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Old 02-07-11, 03:53 PM
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difference between s4 and s5 automatic transmissions

i seem to remember a long time ago reading somethign on this , but cannot find it at all anymore.

what is the difference between s4 and s5 auto tranys? i seem to remember hearing somethign like one is vacume kick down, vs electronic kickdown? i dont know if this is accurate though.

reason i ask guy is looking for a trany for a 90, but i have one from an 87 not sure if they would be compatable.

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s4 is 4n71b the s5 is RE4R01A

the s4 is basically an overdrive version of the 3n71b found in the earlier rx's and mazdas
( which is a rip off of the c4 )
these can be retrofitted with relative ease to other cars without need for complicated electronics

the s5 unit,, not,, it has a funky electronic shift cable lockout mechanism that can lockout T bar movement

i am not the pro on them but the s5 looks like you need to think about the electronics if fitting into other cars

i would recommend you wait and purchase the correct box
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The S4 does not come equipped with a computer to control the transmission while the S5 does.
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