Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space marked TR.
For model, service ID level or build date information, refer to the transmission service ID tag located on the transmission case.
Identification Tag
Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
Wide ratio gears
Four speeds
Rear wheel drive
Automatic
Electronic shift
Torque converter clutch control
Line pressure controls
The t ...
Range Selection
The transmission has six range positions: P, R, N, (D), 2 and 1.
Park
In the PARK position:
there is no powerflow through the transmission.
the parking pawl locks the output shaft to the ...
Other materials:
Transmission Fluid Cooler
CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install
new parts, the
cooler bypass valve (CBV), all transmission fluid coolers (in tank and
auxiliary) and
transmission fluid cooler lines must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a
suitable the t ...
Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
Removal
1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Roller
Followers in this section.
2. Remove the 16 hydraulic lash adjusters.
3. Inspect the roller followers. For additional information, refer to
Section.
Installation
1. To ins ...
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
3. CAUTION: Remove the rear brake calipers to prevent drag during the
drive pinion
bearing preload adjustment.
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses ...
