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

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. ...

    Other materials:

    Rear Drive Halfshafts (Description and Operation)
    The rear wheel drive halfshaft system consists of and operates as follows: Halfshafts (4K138) transmit engine torque from the rear axle housing to the rear wheels. Halfshafts rotate at approximately one-third the speed of a driveshaft and do not cont ...

    Pinpoint Test C: LFC 29/DTC C1414 - Incorrect Vehicle Identification Code
    Normal Operation The restraints control module (RCM) monitors the electrical state of pins 10, 13 and 14 to determine if it is installed on the correct vehicle. If the RCM detects an incorrect condition on any of these pins, it will store a diagnostic t ...

    Disc and Pressure Plate - 4.6L (4V) Engine
    Special Tool(s) Clutch Aligner 308-020 (T74P-7137-K) Material Item Specification Premium Long Life Grease XG-1-C ESA-M1C75-B 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove t ...