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Proton waja mmc 1.6 auto gearbox, use parts
The Proton Waja MMC (short for Minor Model Change, typically referring to a facelifted version of the Proton Waja) is a Malaysian-made mid-size sedan. It was produced with both manual and automatic transmissions. Hereβs a description of the auto gearbox used in the Proton Waja MMC:
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Proton Waja MMC Auto Gearbox Overview
Type:
4-speed automatic transmission (commonly sourced from Mitsubishi or Aisin, depending on the variant and engine)
Paired Engines:
- 1.6L Mitsubishi 4G18 SOHC
- 1.6L or 1.8L CAMPRO engines (some variants)
- 1.8L Renault engine (for some export variants)
Key Features:
- Electronically controlled automatic transmission (ECAT)
- Smooth gear transitions suitable for city and highway driving
- Overdrive (O/D) button included on gear selector (helps with fuel economy at higher speeds)
- Some variants may include adaptive shift logic (basic version), adjusting shift points based on driving behavior
Common Gear Positions:
- P β Park
- R β Reverse
- N β Neutral
- D β Drive
- 3, 2, L β Lower gears for engine braking or climbing
βοΈ Reliability and Maintenance Notes
- The gearbox is generally reliable if properly maintained.
- Regular ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) changes are critical β Proton recommends using SPIII or Dexron III ATF, depending on the specific gearbox variant.
- Symptoms of issues may include:
- Jerky gear shifts
- Delayed engagement
- Transmission slipping
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- Common fixes involve ATF flush, solenoid replacements, or in worse cases, a gearbox overhaul.
π Tips for Owners
- Always warm up the car slightly before driving aggressively.
- Avoid shifting from ''R'' to ''D'' (or vice versa) while the car is still moving.
- Use the O/D button on the highway for better fuel efficiency.
If you have a specific engine variant (e.g., 1.6 CAMPRO or 1.8 Renault), I can give more exact gearbox model details (e.g., the Jatco or Aisin gearbox codes). Let me know!
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