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:
Subwoofer Speaker - Coupe
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the package tray trim panel. For additional information,
refer to Section .
2. Disconnect the two subwoofer assembly amplifier electrical
connectors.
3. NOTE: Do not let the subwoofer assembly fall into the lugga ...
Lamp Switch - Headlamp
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the headlamp switch knob.
1. Pull the headlamp switch knob out.
2. Insert a thin tool into the slot, pull and remove the headlamp switch
knob.
3. Remove the instrument panel cluster fin ...
Torque Converter (Description and Operation)
The torque converter transmits and multiplies torque. The torque
converter is a four-element device:
impeller assembly
turbine assembly
reactor assembly
clutch and damper assembly
The standard torque converter components operate as follo ...
