How to replace the fluid in a zf 5 speed manual transmission. Performance built ford zf 5 speed manual transmission sale. Ford f350 factory rebuilt transfer cases, we ship worldwide. Zf 5 speed transmission for sale, s542 s547 rebuild. The engine is basically stock, its been bored 30 over, and i. Any number of things can cause your transmission to leak, and if left unfixed a damaged transmission can cost a ton of money to repair or replace. My factory helm service manual says the zf 5 takes 3. Some say mercon v, some say rp synchromax, others swear by redline d4, and some say a weird mix is best yet others say its terrible for your trans. Ford started using zf s650 manual transmissions in 1998 and gm chevrolet started using it in their 2002 model year units are not interchangeable as the cases, input and output shafts are. Unfortunately, it is 4 316 longer than the auto and has a larger output shaft. Ford recommends replacing the transmission fluid at 60,000 mile intervals, however you. Select this link to see what models that used this 6 speed transmission. Here i go over some solid tips for flush and refill of your zf5 transmission and borg warner 56 transfer case. Never install more fluid or lubricant than what is considered adequate according to gradients on dipstick or level of filler hole.
Known zf problems discussion in 1992 1996 ford f150, f250 and f350. Zf5 s547 transmission rebuild discussion in idi tech article started by. Which bellhousing do i use, and which transmission. 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. It can be easily identified by its diamondshape casting ribs and a small 4bolt top cover. These free illustrations can assist you in identification of the correct parts that you may need, you can also use these illustrations to assist you with proper reassembly of your unit.
Known zf problems 1992 1996 ford f150, f250 and f350. Ford big block 429 460 transmission backing starter index plate steel. Someone butchered the wire harness so i needed to answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Locate the source of your leak with our handy guide. Information on car and truck repair, parts and services new, used and oem automotive parts for do it yourself car and truck repair. Zf s650 6 speed transmission midwest transmission center. This is my 2005 corvette 6 speed manual, with the fill plug on the side of the transmission. Amounts shown in italicized text are for items listed in currency other than canadian dollars and are approximate conversions to canadian dollars based upon bloombergs conversion rates. The s542 was used in ford trucks 198794 and the s547 1995 to present. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the transmission fluid touches the middle hole on the. My factory helm service manual says the zf5 takes 3. New process np 271 transfer case looking for information on transfer cases found in fullsize ford trucks. And a 400m has a big block bell housing bolt pattern.
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. They were available for gas as well as diesel models. Save on otc transmission fluid fill adapter otc6604 at advance auto parts. If you own a 19992010 ford super duty f250, f350, f450 or f550 with a diesel engine or a 20022010 ford super duty f250, f350, f450 or f550 with a gas engine, your rig was manufactured with a zf s6650 6speed transmission installed. The hydraulic line i got for an f150 had the wrong lower end for the f250 6speed. As far as i know, the only manual transmission that ford used with the mod 5. Then, punch a hole in and pry out the three cup plugs that hold the shift rail detent springs in the case. Once the fluid overflows, tighten the fill plug and clean the area. How to change manual transmission fluid stick shift. Its actually very simple to do, and can prevent wear and tear inside your transmission.
What kind of transmission fluid do you use for a 2000 ford mustang v6 manual. Ford zf 5 or 6 speed in a 79 posted in 7379 ford truck tech support. S547 zf 5speed transmission parts if youre looking for a great deal on ford zf transmission repair parts for your 1997 or earlier ford diesel pickup truck, youll find we offer a full selection of zf s547 transmission parts for sale here. The zf 6 speeds lightweight and mostly aluminum design was manufactured specifically with the powerstroke engine in mind. Ford zf 5 speed transmission sale s547, s542, s547m. One of the easiest ways to spot a zf is ribbed crisscross pattern on the sides.
Compared to the hex plug on the left side of the transmission its a lot of messing around to remove the shifter boot and take the top plate off the transmission, but yes, you can add fluid that way, in fact many people recommend it because you can slightly over fill your transmission. This world renound design came from the german manufacturer zf. You have to get under the car, remove the filler plug, and either look in the hole or stick your finger in to see how much fluid is in. Zf s542, s547 transmission fluid replacement procedures. View and download ford 2000 must ang ow ners manual online. Manual transmission fill bolt stripped the diesel stop. Rebuilt ford super duty f250, f350, f450 or f550 zf.
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. Zf 5hp24 automatic transmission spare parts catalog. This heavy duty 5 speed is all aluminum with an integral bellhousing to the case. Transmission repair costs are expensive, whether its to rebuild or replace. They dump the clutch and 5000 rpm with 35 inch tires and fill the thing with gear oil and not the correct atf. In this video, we show you how to properly change your manual stick shift transmission fluid. If you absolutely want to do this then you need to jack the car up and locate the filler hole on the side of the transmission. The drivetrain of the f250 includes either a manual transmission or an. Having ford zf s542 5 speed manual transmission problems. How to fill the transmission fluid on a ford f250 it still runs. There is no transmission dip stick for a manual transmission. Im thinking about swapping my np 435 4 speed tranny for a ford zf 5 or maybe 6 speed tranny. We provide detailed transmission and transfer case assembly diagrams for both manual transmissions and transfer cases. Fullsize ford truck transfer cases blue oval trucks.
How to use a pump to add transmission fluid through a fill hole that is on the side of the transmission. The zf 5 speed is a heavy duty 5 speed manual transmission that has an aluminum alloy main gear case and tail housing with an integral bell housing. Having ford zf s650 6 speed manual transmission problems. Zf s542 s547 s547m s6650 s6750 transmission drain or. Dieselsite 1 ford motor company 3 south bend clutch 1 advanced. How to fill the transmission fluid on a ford f250 it. Ford zf 5 speed transmission information on car and. Zf 5hp24 automatic transmission spare parts catalog table of contents. The zf s542 was used from 19881994 and the zf s547 from 1995 on. This unit has a top shifted and has a twopiece aluminum case and has an integrated bell housing. I discovered this after i started taking things apart. It should take about three quarts of automatic transmission fluid atf. Changing transmission fluid in a manual transmission the.
Zf 6 speed transmission for sale, s6750 s6650 rebuild. Replacing the transmission fluid can ensure your ford f150s transmission lives for a long time, with slick shifts and less grinding. The zf s650 was used by ford starting in 1999 an gm started using this six speed in 2001. Add bluedevil transmission sealer next time you top off your automatic transmission fluid. What kind of transmission fluid do you use for a 2000 ford. We carry a complete line of ford zf 5 speed transmission parts,gears bearing kits syncro rings and more.
Zf transmission service manual 5 2 transmission system 2. Zf 5 speed 4wd transmissions are supplied with the 6 bolt circular pattern. Manual transmission fluid for ford escort zx2 fixya. Adding transmission fluid through side fill hole youtube. I drive 42 miles to work and 42 mile frome work every day in my 79 f150. 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. If you suspect problems with your transmission have a mechanic service it. Just curious if anyone has ever mated a ford zf 5speed manual transmission to their amc motor. The f250 has the clutch master to the left of the brake master. Home ford transmission manual transmission zf6 6 speed parts.
Make sure you close the drain plug, then using your fluid pump, pump fresh fluid into your fill hole until it overflows. 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. The clutch slave cylinder location had a rubber plug in the firewall, and mounting holes for the reservoir. My local ford service garage cant find it on their website and no one in their shops knows either. 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. I got less than that in, when the fill hole started overflowing. View and download ford 2000 f150 owners manual online. Up grade the shifting performance of your zf s650 with our short throw shifter kit. Bluedevil transmission sealer is specially formulated to restore the. Problem is, the pump inlet goes only halfway down into the bottle, so i have to top up the fill bottle many times to get a full transmission fill. Find ford zf 5 speed transmission on sale here with the largest selection of ford zf 5 speed transmission anywhere online.
Get rebuild parts from mtc expert 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. To place an order please call the order desk at 7634257474 or toll free 18004440755. Where do i add fluid to my 2000 f350 zf 6 speed 2wd manual transmission. There is no transmission dipstick on a manual transmission as well as a filler access point in the engine compartment. I keep mercon 5 transmission fluid in them now, that seems to cure the problem.
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. This is the same reason people think the ford mazda m5od is crap. The trans fails and they assume the tranny must be crap. I suspect that the cooler pump in the zf6 is not answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. So ive been researching all the remedies on here for how to quiet down gear rollover noise in a zf6, and it appears confusing as hell. I am going to try out some royal purple synchromax roy01512 transmission fluid in my 1996 ford f250 powerstroke zf5 s547 by changing. Where is the transmission drainage and filler plug in a. Zf designed this transmission for high torque applications, heavy hauling, and diesel applications. I had a 1989 f150 with a 5speed mazda transmission, and drain fill was the same way. The correct fluid level is up to the fill plug hole when the transmission has reached.
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