The reverse fork was also updated in 1998 and there are three different versions available. There were many variations over the years, so stick with me here. If yours has metal chunks in it or the fluid is brown, you are doing the right thing by changing it. If the switch will not actuate, then you are not moving anywhere. Once the fluid flow slows to a drip, re-install the drain plug. The 1-2 shift fork is shared between all 96-01 T45s. This article applies to the Ford.
The fluid creates a film around components, which reduces friction and promotes smooth operation. If the transmission fluid level on your Mustang is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. The speeodometer drive gear is the desirable 7-tooth. Gear ratios for the T56 are: Year 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Reverse 2003-2004 Cobra 2. Its weak link is the 10-spline input shaft which limits power handling.
Le Promote a long transmission service life with a fluid replacement. The output yoke is a fixed design, but the input shaft is an oddball 23-spline. Blocks of wood can be placed between the jack stands and body to reduce the chance of damage. There is an ongoing feud over whether power flushing or dropping the pan and changing the fluid as well as filter is best. Place a drain pan beneath the plugs. You can go a step further and blow the cooler lines out, plus drill and plug the converter to drain it. Once your desired height is achieved, place a jack stand as close to the jacking point as possible.
This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2004 Ford Mustang. If the wiring is burnt, there is a short somewhere that you will have to trace down. The tolerances inside the transmission between components are very small, making even small mounts of dirt wear inducing. Like the T45, the weak spot in this transmission is the 10-spline input shaft. There have been numerous complaints from consumers about faulty performance. The following are a few simple things you can do to get your Mustang happily cruising again.
If it shudders when shifting, we will look at that, or if your's slips, we will look at that and lots more. Late Model Restoration has no affiliation with Ford Motor Company, Roush Enterprises, or Saleen. This article applies to the Ford Mustang 1996-2004. Repeat this procedure for the other corners. The aluminum case has an integral bell housing and the output yoke is a fixed design.
Step 1 — Check the brake lights Say what? This article applies to the Ford. Pull the dipstick and check the level. When adding transmission fluid to your Mustang, be sure to add it slowly as the transmission fluid capacity is reached quickly and it is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill. For manual transmissions, there is a drain and fill plug on the passenger's side. If your car has an auto trans fluid and it just doesn't want to shift, see below. This article applies to the Ford Mustang 1996-2004.
This article applies to the Ford Mustang 1996-2004. When it comes to wear though, a crisp shift means that clutches engage quickly with less wear. C4 and C6 converters actually had drain plugs. Before you rebuild, look into a shift kit to prolong the transmission service life. A small fluid pump will help get the fluid in the trans. Having trouble with the connection between your transmission and rear end? In 1993, for the Cobra and Cobra R Mustang, the countershaft cluster gear recieved a special coating and the input bearing was upgraded from a torrington style to a tapered roller bearing. The fluid is the lifeblood of any transmission and it may surprise you what issue it can cause.
Like its Tremec predecessors the Getrag shares no similarities otherwise the case is ribbed cast aluminum with an integral bellhousing. Le Promote a long transmission service life with a fluid replacement. The output shaft is a robust 31-spline. Aftermarket support is plentiful for this transmission, so there are an abundance of upgrade parts available to make the T56 handle whatever you may throw at it. Saleen is a registered trademark of Saleen Incorporated.