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:
Heated seats
WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater m ...
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill
Special Tool(s)
Automatic Transmission Flush
and Fill Machine
211-00018
Automatic Transmission Flush
and Fill Machine
199-00010 or equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM
M ...
Removal
All vehicles
WARNING: To prevent glass splinters from entering eyes or
cutting hands, wear safety
glasses and heavy gloves when cutting glass from the vehicle.
1. Remove the RH and LH windshield side garnish mouldings.
If equipped with a convert ...
