Automatic Ford 4R70W
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The 4-speed automatic transmission Ford 4R70W was produced from 1995 to 2002 in the USA and was installed on many powerful SUVs, as well as large rear-wheel drive sedans. This transmission is the successor to the famous AOD automatic transmission and has given way to the 4R75W gearbox.
The rear-wheel drive 4-automatic transmission also includes: 4R44E, 4R55E, 4R75W and 4R100.
Specifications Ford 4R70W
| A type | hydraulic machine |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| For drive | rear / full |
| Engine capacity | up to 5.4 liters |
| Torque | up to 700 Nm |
| What kind of oil to pour | ATF Mercon V |
| Grease volume | 12.8 liters |
| Change of oil | every 55 km |
| Filter replacement | every 55 km |
| Approximate resource | 250 000 km |
Gear ratios automatic transmission 4R70W
On the example of a 1999 Lincoln Town Car with a 4.6 liter engine:
| Home | 1-I | 2-I | 3-I | 4-I | Rear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.27 | 2.84 | 1.55 | 1.00 | 0.70 | 2.32 |
Similar transmissions from other manufacturers:
Which cars were equipped with a 4R70W box
| Crown Victoria | 1995 – 2002 |
| Discover | 1995 – 2002 |
| Expedition | 1997 – 2002 |
| Thunderbird | 1995 – 1997 |
| Grand Marquis | 1995 – 2002 |
| Mountaineer | 1996 – 2001 |
| Town car | 1995 – 2002 |
| Navigator | 1997 – 2002 |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems of the Ford 4R70 W
The main problem of automatic transmission is the rapid wear of oil seals, rings and other seals
Then the oil pressure drops, which contributes to accelerated wear of the clutches.
Another box is afraid of overheating and vice versa movement in severe frost without warming up