Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
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.
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Other materials:
Sensor Indicator - Rear
Special Tool(s)
Pinion Bearing Cone Remover
205-D002 (D79P-4621A)
Axle Bearing/Seal Plate
205-090 (T75L-1165-B)
Sensing Ring Replacer
206-041 (T89P-20202-A)
Removal
1. Remove the rear axle shaft bearing.
2. Using the special ...
Engine - Mach I 4.6L (4V)
General Specifications
Engine Specifications
a - Newly Installed-Refers to the condition of the "NEW" drive belt
before the engine has made no more
than one rotation and before the belt has had a chance to stretch or seat
into the pu ...
Removal
1. Remove the center instrument panel register.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Disconnect the connectors.
4. Using the special tool, disconnect the temperature control cable from the
control head.
5. Remove the nuts and disconnect the vacuum connector.
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