Dodge 68RFE, 545RFE, 45RFE Deeper
Transmission Pan

P/N 11039

Volume: 4.5 qts. over stock for 2wd, 4 qts. over stock for 4wd

Dimensions: are in this pdf file. Compared to the stock 4WD pan, this pan is 1 7/8 inches deeper at front and 1 1/2 inches deeper in back.

This pan is similar to our Part Number 10304, Dodge 45RFE, 545RFE, 68RFE tranny pan but this pan has more capacity, is slightly deeper, and costs a little more. It has 4 1/2 quarts compared to 3 1/8 quarts over stock for 2WD. When Dodge decided to use the Hemi trans pan design on the new 6.7 liter diesel powered trucks, we knew that the trucks would see even heavier towing use. Increased oil capacity beyond part number 10304 would be a benefit for this type of service. Both pans fit the same applications with the same exceptions.

This Dodge 68RFE, 545RFE, 45RFE deep transmission oil pan is a direct replacement on these vehicles:

• Ram 2500 & 3500, 2WD and 4WD, with 6.7 liter diesel engine, 2007½ and newer (Note that the 3500 HD cab & chassis has the Aisin transmission so this pan will not work and 5.9 liter diesel trucks, need pan part number 9393.)
• Ram 1500 with Hemi engine, 2002 - 2005
• Ram 1500 with 4.7 V8 engine, 2002 and newer
• 2WD Dakota with 4.7 V8 engine, 2000 - 2004
• 2WD Durango with 4.7 V8 engine, 2000 - 2003
• Jeep Grand Cherokee with 4.7 V8 engine, 1999 - 2004

The following vehicles may have interference problems with a larger transmission pan. In some cases, the vehicle can be modified to allow installation:

• Ram 1500 with Hemi engine, 2006 & newer: The stock exhaust may hit a deeper transmission pan. Use dimensions provided below to check your truck for clearance.
• Ram 2500 & 3500 with Hemi engine: The exhaust crossover pipe is routed underneath the back part of the pan instead of in front of it like the 1500. The pipe must be rerouted downwards 1" in order to prevent it from hitting the pan. Click here to see an image of the stock pan and stock exhaust. Aftermarket exhaust systems are routed differently.
• 4WD Dakota 2000 - 2004 and 4WD Durango 2000 - 2003: The frame crossmember behind the transmission pan will interfere with a larger pan.
• Dakota 2005 & newer and Durango 2004 & newer: The frame crossmember behind the transmission pan will interfere with a larger pan.
• Durango with Hemi engine: A catalytic converter in front of and underneath the transmission pan will interfere with a deeper pan.
• Jeep Grand Cherokee with Hemi engine: A catalytic converter in front of and underneath the transmission pan will interfere with a larger pan.
• Jeep Liberty CRD: Requires removal of the factory skid plate, or addition of spacers to move the skid plate downward away from the transmission. We have had two customers document their pan installs.
  1. First, thanks to Stan Wright who purchased our less deep pan, part number 10304, for his CRD and then documented his installation. See liberty.eurekaboy.com/deeppan.htm to read about this install.
  2. Second, thanks to Steve who installed this pan on his 2006 Liberty CRD and has posted images on Picasa.

This design has a slant to it (one side longer than the other) so that once on the truck, the bottom is parallel to the ground like the stock pan. Unlike most other transmissions, Dodge put an angle on the gasket surface.

The filter attaches to the valve body (bolt on & spin on), and does not use the pan for support. The pan features internal baffles to direct oil to the filter inlet. Because the baffles keep the oil near the pick up tube, a filter extension is not needed. See an image of the pan interior.

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PML Transmission Pan Features:

• Increased oil capacity for cooler temperatures
• Sand-cast aluminum with raised fins
• 3/16-inch thick wall construction to add strength to the transmission case
• 3/8-inch thick gasket flange will not bend when bolts are tightened
• Machined gasket surface for a secure seal
• Boss cast into pan can be machined for a temperature sensor
• Magnetic drain plug for easier, less messy maintenance
• Mounting hardware provided

Gasket and filter not included (use stock parts).

If you would like PML to machine your pan for a temperature sensor, there is an additional charge of $40. Please place your order over the phone if you would like machining.