Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2002 ford mustang 3. The manual transmission fluid cools, cleans, and lubricates the components inside the transmission. If the transmission fluid level on your mustang is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Oct 03, 2015 i just got my ben calimer rebuilt mt82 installed with a spec 1 and aluminum flywheel. Inside the ford shelby gt350 mustangs tremec manual transmission. I ran a search but couldnt find where anybody has posted how to check our automatic transmission fluid level. Whats is good tranny fluid for 02 mustang gt 5 speed. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store. Since driving the 2015 dodge challenger srt hellcat, i have been asked by countless people whether the 6speed manual transmission or the new heavy duty 8. Nhtsa ends investigation into mustang manual transmission.
Shadow black 2019 ford mustang shelby gt350 rwd 6speed manual 5. Been heel and toe driving for years and i am dealing with same issue with my pp. Tremec tr3160 6speed manual transmission 2017 ford mustang ford. We tried out both of them backtoback to discover which is better. Carid is wellknown for the quality parts and accessories all over the world. Now, this extremely popular and highly rated fluid here on the site will work with any manual transmission.
The more that you know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it. See how to fix leaking transmission fluid on a 1968 ford mustang and clarifying disc brake options for a 1968 bigblock. Page 1 july 2014 first printing owners manual mustang litho in u. Heres how you revmatch with your manual transmission.
Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. A stock 20152017 gt with the mt82 manual transmission will run that same quarter mile in. Manual transmission s thud or clunk sound yesterday i wanted to check the oil level in our 2015 ford mustang gts 5. If you have a manual transmission in your 1979 and newer mustang, and are looking to promote smoother shifting and better wear protection, then you should check out a quart or two of the royal purple synchromax manual transmission fluid. The 20 best cars that still offer a manual transmission. Royal purple max atf high performance synthetic automatic transmission fluid universal max atf high performance synthetic automatic transmission fluid by royal purple. Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang.
The first is a getrag sixspeed manual transmission. The rear axle operates at a higher temperature in the new model, so much so that ford installed a rear axle temperature warning in the 2016 models. Starting with the most potent of them all the headturning, heart. Apr 11, 2016 heres how you rev match with your manual transmission. What really confuses me though is the shop manual specifically states after you change the filter and gasket to add 3 quarts of fluid and then adjust from there. If you picked up a 2015 20 mustang with an automatic transmission, chances are, you are going to want to add a few mods to get it performing at its best. We are offering this complete s550 2015 16 mustang rear axle lube change kit. Feb 07, 2006 whats is good tranny fluid for 02 mustang gt 5 speed. The 2011 ford mustang has 95 nhtsa complaints for the power train. May 15, 2014 ford rolled out the new 2015 mustang ecoboost 2. We are offering this complete s550 201516 mustang rear axle lube change kit. Read the latest updates in our longterm road test of the 2015 ford mustang gt as 2015 ford mustang gt.
Every pony in the mustang stable makes a powerful impression. He went ahead and changed the pan gasket and that was itthe tranny continued to leak, so i went back and he said he had just put too much oil in it and it was leaking from the top spout. This kit will provide additional protection during track use over the factory oil. Expect transmission choices to remain a sixspeed manual or 10speed automatic. Late model restoration has just what you need to get that sixspeed 6r80, or 10 speed 10r80, auto transmission shifting gears better than ever.
But before you waste your time and gas only to find high prices and poor. The 2015 ford mustang sounds great so far at least on paper. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Ive heard a lot about the bg syncro shift ii, but i think this is toooo thin. Ford mustang forum how to check auto transmission fluid level. If you need to change the transmission fluid in your 20 ford mustang, be our guest. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2002 ford mustang 3. If you picked up a 201520 mustang with an automatic transmission, chances are, you are going to want to add a few mods to get it performing at its best. If so, you are going to need a 2015 mustang transmission to compliment that engine assembly, which is why cj pony parts has made crate 2015 mustang automatic and manual transmissions available for purchase in our online store. The basics of revmatching are about bringing your engine up to the same speed that your transmission is spinning. Febi transmission fluid transmission fluid by febi. From filters and fluid for maintenance to components for major repairs, our huge selection of replacement transmission parts will keep your.
Apr 21, 2004 ive been using amsoil atf for a while now and am also a direct dealer. The engine doesnt hang up between shifts and is happy to build revs. Royal purple mustang synchromax manual transmission fluid 01512. Well after all was said and done, i had about 2 quarts too much transmission fluid in the tranny. Ford mustang mach 1 manual transmission fluid change cost. Ford will likely also bring back the high performance package that it introduced for 2020 ecoboost models. The basics of rev matching are about bringing your engine up to the same speed that your transmission is spinning. Transmissions harnessing the power of the new 2015 ford mustang will take place in either the manual or automatic option. July 2014 first printing owners manual mustang litho in u. The 2015 model is the first corvette z06 to offer a supercharged engine, an automatic transmission and, thanks to a stronger aluminum frame, a removable roof panel. I understand mustangs use automatic transmission fluid for the manual transmission. About a month and a half ago i took my car to local mechanic because it was leaking oil from the transmisison. Under scheduled maintenance youll find that ford suggests a 150k mile 240k km interval for both the manual and automatic transmission oils to be changed. This video explains about automatic rev matching in your ford vehicle, that creates smooth and efficient transitions when shifting to lower.
Getting into the car and feeling the shifter was like getting into someone elses car. Inside the ford shelby gt350 mustangs tremec manual. Fluid leaking from your 2015 ford mustang can indicate serious problems or nothing at all it all depends on what is leaking. How to change manual transmission fluid for 6speed. With the release of the s550 mustang, we have to wonder whats ford done with the mt82 transmission. The 2015 mustang we rode through the cone gates was an automatic transmission car and equipped with the. When and how to check fluid level engine should be running. Yes, there is a revmatching feature but not for the manual box. If this is so, the transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, fluid should be added by an authorized ford dealership. Ford freshened the mustang for 18 and one major improvement comes from the. Clever new 8 speed transmission when to change your transmission fluid. How do i check transmission fluid on a 2007 mustang. My friend who did the install is a aircraft mechanic. The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print.
Dec 03, 2018 how to drive a manual transmission duration. Manual transmission fluid acts like a film as the main shaft and countershaft gears spin. How to smoothly shift a mustang gt mt82 transmission. However if your mustang is equipped with a manual transmission, here are the instructions to check and add transmission fluid as stated on page 240 of the owner guide. Richmond gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, highperformance drivetrain products. This reduces wear, heat, and keeps the components clean while driving.
Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550. I think the main reason you might not see amsoil often in the performance shops with redline or royal purple is because amsoils main focus is to market to the general public, versus the performance market which is considered more of a specialty area. Dec 21, 2011 nhtsa ends investigation into mustang manual transmission. I just got my ben calimer rebuilt mt82 installed with a spec 1 and aluminum flywheel. Ford has just announced specs for the latest version of the iconic pony car in dearborn, telling autoblog that it will pump out as. Manual transmissions thud or clunk sound yesterday i wanted to check the oil level in our 2015 ford mustang gts 5.
Although ford went with the mt82 trans, the aftermarket has provided a slew of parts to prepare said trans for future power adding mods. Looking for the fluid capacities for your 2015 17 mustang. Periodically changing this fluid removes any dirt and metal material thats been circulating inside. Royal purple mustang synchromax manual transmission fluid. Ive noticed an odd aspect to our 2015 ford mustang gts manual transmission. Check out lmrs quick and easy s550 fluid capacity guide to get your mustang properly maintained. The pedals are placed to make revmatched downshifts reasonably easy. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. Here are 20 of the greatest stick shift cars that still offer a manual transmission. Changing your 20112014 mustang gt automatic transmission fluid is a good idea, but it must be done correctly. Max atf is a synthetic, highperformance, automatic transmission fluid.
Discussion in mustang s550 general forums started by thunderstrike, sep 9, 2019. Ford discusses the great lengths put into creating the special manual transmission for the new 2015 ford mustang shelby gt350. Page 2 no part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Ive look under the car all around the tranny and dont see an over flow plug. Manual transmission fluid check219 automatic transmission fluid. Ford mustang standard transmission with richmond 6speed transmission 2015, manual transmission main shaft by richmond. I have that in my car and it works fine, even through cold chicago winters. It comes with a sixspeed manual transmission with revmatching for downshifts a 10speed automatic is optional, 20inch wheels, an engine oil cooler. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle. These brembos a so strong its hard to do it smoothly.
Ford freshened the mustang for 18 and one major improvement comes from the upgraded manual in the v8. Ford said it has looked at including auto rev matching on the sixspeeder, but decided against it this. We recommend you change your 6r80 automatic 6 spd transmission fluid and filter about every 50,000 km 60,000 km, this way you will make sure the transmission stays clean and functions properly for a long time. The 2021 mustang ecoboost models will retain a turbocharged 2. How to smoothly shift a mustang gt mt82 transmission youtube.
Ford has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owners manual typically in the back of the manual in a section titled fluid. I have found that rolling my foot and using this side of my right foot to throttle blip while on brakes is smoother than an actual heel toe movement. The fluid must remain clean and at the proper level for correct transmission operation. To sprint from 060 in less than five seconds with a top speed of 180 mph requires a highperformance transmission and thats a tremec sixspeed manual. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. Looking for the fluid capacities for your 201517 mustang. Warning driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury.
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