As the C4 evolved, other design changes were introduced. Will trans fluid drain out when the diaphragm is removed? Don't muscle in the filter bolts. But I don't mix it with Type F. Later versions had a transmission fluid cooler in the radiator. Gotta get me some new O2 sensors for my 133,000 mile 86 5.
After removing the plate, you say there is a plug to drain the tranny fluid. With the engine running, does the transmission engage when you put it in drive or reverse? I do not know whats in the tranny now converter so I am afraid to mix up type f with mercon or vise versa. Sorry for your bad luck. This Tech Tip is From the Full Book,. They asked about the stripe color when I called, too.
Also check the fitting in the intake manifold where the vacuum hose at- taches. The early C6s ran Type F which has no friction modifier - i. I will do what you said, but it will be a little while before I get to do it. Should I run Type F fluid or DexronMercon? I run Type-F in my rebuilds, but that's because I want a hard shift. Pros and Cons The C6 transmission is called by many the best automatic transmission that Ford ever built.
Don't compromise your transmission with some second hand knowelge. It just started working one day, then quit again. Let me help try to clarify this a little if I can. The transmission is very clean and works perfect, it just started leaking several years ago and has gotten worse. Transmission shifts smoothly warm or cold. The 1-2 shift is controll either by the vacuum modulator or the road speed governor. Hello Everyone, I know this question has been asked before but wanted to get your opinion.
Of course he had automatic transmission fluid at the shop but it wasn't Motorcraft Mercon V and I wasn't settling for anything else. It is mounted in the transmission extension housing. Always check the fluid level with the transmission warm and on a level surface. I hope I am making sense. I just hope and pray he does a good job. On a couple of trips over mountains in a '76 full size wagon had the occasion to pull off the road after a good steep climb at speed and then checked the fluid. The dipstick calls for dextron but I have heard many people use type F on their 79 trannys.
With the engine running, listen closely for abnormal noise such as torque converter improperly seated, which can cause squealing, no control pressure, and an inoperative transmission. Expect to see all kinds of mismatched transmissions. This is where a step-by-step approach to the problem can help get you steered in the right direction. Compared to its predecessor transmission, the C6 offered lower weight, less complexity, less parasitic power loss, and greater torque capacity for larger engines. If this doesn't fix it, you are in for some internal adjustments or repairs better left to a trans man that knows what he is doing. Putting in factory recommended fluids is critical to the successful upkeep of your Mustang.
Is the filler tube also longer is my question or is the old filler tube shorter than the new tube? By the way, the manual also calls for dextron on models 77 and up. I can still see some factory letters on the torque converter. I know I will be removing the transmission again. The C6 operates on hydraulic pressure, necessitating a sufficient amount of fluid. All you need to do is pull the shifter into 2. Truck freight and oversize charges still apply unless otherwise notes and can only be shipped to the lower 48 States. I tried removing my cross member to install an exhaust system.
Can I used this transmission fluid on my 2003 ford cobra. The 90-degree Fairlane small-block V-8s followed in 1962. A C6 is easily identified by its one-piece bellhousing and main case design. If you replace the vacuum modulator, make sure the stripe color is the same as your old one. Growing up I was either camping, at the farm, or at the racetrack.