This transmission is the subject of a massive number of lawsuits alleging ford lied in order to sell cars ford knew had defective transmissions. They were available for gas as well as diesel models. Driver s547 ford super duty zf 4 5 l45r45 s6650 ford truck models prior to january 2007 zf 45 6 l39 s6650 ford trucks models after january 2007 zf 50 6 l39. Having ford zf s542 5 speed manual transmission problems. Look for transmission 5s42 ours, and find their lubricant classes specified for it 02a, 02b, etc. Ford fusion hev, ford fusion energi phev, ford cmax hev, ford cmax energi phev, lincoln mkz hybrid. This is the place to buy zf 6speed transmissions online at the best prices to complete your zf transmission upgrades. The zf s542 is a five speed, rwd or 4wd transmission. I have a 2000 ford focus, my question is where is the drain plug for the transmission fluid on a 5 speed manual answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Hello, i have a 1970 mustang mach 1 with a 351 cleveland 2v, and a 3 speed auto fmx, and i have been wanting to do the swap to a manual, but im not sure how to go about it. Rebuilt ford super duty f250, f350, f450 or f550 zf. Ford ranger transmission pans, drain plugs, filler caps. How to fill the transmission fluid on a ford f250 it still runs. Oil change for zf5 transmission diesel truck forum.
Any tips and tricks for how to fill it, what to use for oil, anti friction additives, or any other guidance would be appreciated. I have noticed an immediate difference in my original transmission with 225,000 miles on my 2000 ford excursion. New process np 271 transfer case looking for information on transfer cases found in fullsize ford trucks. All i find is older focus manual transmission changes. The zf s542 is a german zf friedrichshafen ag engineering design, is end loaded aluminum case with integrated bell housing. With the ability to select your own gear, the manual transmission gives the driver ultimate control over their car. Find the best oil and filter for your 2000 ford trucks e350 van 5.
Even though the m5od is a manual transmission, like many modern manuals, it gets filled with common automatic transmission fluid. I am going to try out some royal purple synchromax roy01512 transmission fluid in my 1996 ford f250 powerstroke zf5 s547 by changing. I replaced the bushing in the master slave cylinder. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the transmission fluid touches the middle hole on the. Zf 5 speed transmission for sale, s542 s547 rebuild. You will probably need about three quarts of fluid to fill it, but you will know when it is full because fluid will drip out of the fill hole.
Heres my ford f350 powerstroke i fixed my zf5 that wont go into gear very easily and was very difficult to shift. Problems with your zf s547 manual transmission if not correctly identified can be very expensive and cost you plenty of cash as well as down time according to manual transmission rebuild professional dan schoenfelder of midwest. Also available are bearing retainer and small parts. The easiest way to identify the unit is to see that it has power take off pto opening plates on the lower sides of the unit.
How do you check the manual transmission fluid in a 2000. The ford synthetic manual transmission fluid or the mercon v atf. How to replace the fluid in a zf 5 speed manual transmission. As of february 2017, i decided i was going to convert the transmission in my 2000 ford excursion with a 7. What oil goes in a 2000 f150 manual transmission answers. Adding transmission fluid through side fill hole youtube. View and download ford 2000 f150 owners manual online. Transmission fluid windshield washer fluid use ford premium engine coolant green in color. Here youll find rebuilt zf s6650 transmissions for sale as well as other 5 and 6speed zf transmissions for ford pickup trucks. If this is meant to be in another forum please let me know. See chelsea ownersinstallation manual hy251715m1us or contact. The zf 542 is a fully synchronized 5 speed manual transmission with. How to use a pump to add transmission fluid through a fill hole that is on the side of the transmission. All manufacturer names, symbols, and descriptions, used in our images and text are used solely for identification purposes only.
This page is dedicated to those cases and provides a list of vehicles, a list of cases that were found in them, and photos for reference. How to fill the transmission fluid on a ford f250 it. The drivetrain of the f250 includes either a manual transmission or an. Zf s542, s547 transmission fluid replacement procedures. Following link will download a pdf of their recommendations, including our zf 5. The majority of this swap has already been covered in this. I suspect that the cooler pump in the zf6 is not working.
Ford transmissions m5r1 m5r2 zf in killeen, 1972 detomaso pantera rebuilt 5 in dallas, 1972 detomaso pantera 2dr coupe in san francisco, zf5 manual 5 speed transmission in eureka, zf 5speed trans for small in redding. The engine is basically stock, its been bored 30 over, and i have a set. My local ford service garage cant find it on their website and no one in their shops knows either. Fullsize ford truck transfer cases blue oval trucks. Then fit the end of the metal tube into the fill hole. Replacing the transmission fluid can ensure your ford f150s transmission lives for a long time, with slick shifts and less grinding. You can find the identification tag on the left side of the transmission case. This is my 2005 corvette 6 speed manual, with the fill plug on the side of the transmission.
Zf 6 speed transmission for sale, s6750 s6650 rebuild. Make sure you close the drain plug, then using your fluid pump, pump fresh fluid into your fill hole until it overflows. And a 400m has a big block bell housing bolt pattern. Manual transmission 5 speed zf manufactured fits 199296 ford f250 oem tested fits. Craigslist search, craigslist is no longer supported. Ford transmission index transmission make and model p. Ford 5 speed manual transmission zf s547 providing you with issues rebuild or replacement components, ask an expert. The transmission shifts a little hard and we wanted to change the tranny fluid, but the owners manual recommends 2 different fluids to use.
This includes s6750r3 and r4 rebuilt ford zf transmissions. For those who enjoy driving, there is nothing more enjoyable than a manual transmission. Below dan provides information on common problems including noise, shifting, 5 th reverse gear and clutch issues as well as upgrades that are available for this ford. Im thinking about swapping my np 435 4 speed tranny for a ford zf 5 or maybe 6 speed tranny. This is a series of videos of swapping the a4od auto trans to a zf5 manual in a 1990 f250.
Maybe somebody who is more familiar with the zf5 can chime in and give more information also is attached is the service manual for the zf5 attached files. That means the cargocarrying capacitythe amount of cargo that the pickup is capable of carrying in its cargo bedis threequarters of a ton, or 1,500 pounds. Once the fluid comes out of the fill hole, the transmission is full. I keep mercon 5 transmission fluid in them now, that. Zf does continously test lubricants for their transmissions. Where do you fill manual transmission fluid on a 2000. This fully synchronized beast of a transmission was first introduced in 1998 and soon became more popular than its fivespeed predecessor which halted its production in 2001. Ford f150 f250 automatic transmission 4r70w fluid filler dipstick tube new oem fits. Tremec t56 transmission 2000 cobra r and 20032004 mustang cobra, ford falcon i6t and 5.
Then look at the list of lubricant manufacturers and brand names that match those specified classes. Then, punch a hole in and pry out the three cup plugs that hold the shift rail detent springs in the case. Manual transmission fluid for ford escort zx2 fixya. The drivetrain of the f250 includes either a manual transmission or an automatic transmission. Manual transmission fluid for ford escort zx2 this is my first ford ever with a manual transmission. I have never had any problems, no leaks, no noises, no shuttering, just a smooth. Should the pump pressurize or does it just circulate. Remove the plastic tube from the fill hole and screw the fill plug back in. Improper diagnosis of ford zf s542 manual transmission problems can cost you a lot of money and time according to manual transmission rebuild expert, dan schoenfelder, of midwest transmission center in zumbrota, mn. With the vehicle level the fill plug is cleaned and removed to check the fluid level the fluid level should be at the bottom of the fill plug hole. One of the easiest ways to spot a zf is ribbed crisscross pattern on the sides. If you use the flywheel and clutch from a donor or salvage yard check the teeth on the. Ford zf 5 or 6 speed in a 79 posted in 7379 ford truck tech support. Here is a guide to manual transmissions in ford fseries trucks truck years type description f100 19561973 borg warner t18 top loaded heavyduty 4speed transmission with cast iron case and shift cover.
It is neither inferred nor implied that any item sold by is a product authorized by or in any way connected. The one in a manual bolts right back in and chaching, you have a hole. Ford f250f350f450 manual transmission fluid, ford truck manual transmission fluid, manual transmission fluid for ford f250f350f450, manual transmission oil for ford trucks. Fill 6 mm to 14 mm 14 inch to 916 inch below bottom of fill hole. With the vehicle level the fill plug is cleaned and removed to check the fluid. As of 2011 only transmission manual or automatic available in ford super duty trucks. Auto to manual transmission swap 4r100 to zf6 ford power. Looking for information on transfer cases found in fullsize ford trucks. Here i go over some solid tips for flush and refill of your zf5 transmission and borg warner 56 transfer case. Zf5 s547 transmission rebuild discussion in idi tech article started by. Ford recommends replacing the transmission fluid at 60,000 mile intervals, however you. Just curious if anyone has ever mated a ford zf 5speed manual transmission to their amc motor. Known zf problems discussion in 1992 1996 ford f150, f250 and f350. Manual transmission oil change help focus fanatics forum.
Zf s542 s547 s547m s6650 s6750 transmission drain or. Developed by the german manufacturer zf friedrichshafen engineering in the year 1987, this transmission became the premiere manual for all fseries trucks until the year 2001. The zf s542 was used from 19881994 and the zf s547 from 1995 on. Never install more fluid or lubricant than what is considered adequate according to gradients on dipstick or level of filler hole.
If the pump is not working does the transmission need. On a manual transmission, underneath the vehicle, on the transmission will be a fill plug. Which bellhousing do i use, and which transmission. The correct fluid level is up to the fill plug hole when the transmission has reached. Known zf problems 1992 1996 ford f150, f250 and f350. The fluid should be level with the bottom of the fill hole. Tag will include the ford code and the zf number 7xxxxxx. Where do i add fluid to my 2000 f350 zf 6 speed 2wd manual transmission. Start pouring the gl4 manual transmission fluid through the fill hole until it runs out of the fill hole. The zf 6 speeds lightweight and mostly aluminum design was manufactured specifically with the powerstroke engine in mind.
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