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:

    Driveline System
    Special Tool(s) Clamp Plate 205-320 (T92L-4851-C) Clutch Housing Alignment Adapter 308-021 (T75L-4201-A) Companion Flange Holding Tool 205-126 (T78P-4851-A) Companion Flange Runout Gauge 205-319 (T92 ...

    Removal
    1. CAUTION: The vehicle must be on level ground and at curb height. Mark the rear shock absorbers relative to their protective sleeve. During installation, raise the suspension to this reference mark before tightening the suspension component fasteners. ...

    Principles of Operation
    The vehicle has two module communications networks. The standard corporate protocol (SCP) which is an unshielded twisted pair cable (data bus plus, Circuit 914 [TN/OG] and data bus minus, Circuit 915 [PK/LB]), and the international standards organization ...