Faulty chinesebuilt transmissions plague new ford mustang. Ok, done some searching but still a little confused. Motorcraft mustang transmission fluid service kit mt82 1118. Royal purple mustang synchromax manual transmission fluid 01512. This is due to the debut of the 10r80 10speed automatic transmission, new to the mustang for the 2018 model year. The leak only started after the noise of a part braking was heard by me, i stopped to look and could see the fluid all over the tranny and it was. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your ford mustang can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road. Mustang mt82 transmission fluid service kit replace the old transmission fluid in your 2011 2018 mustang s mt82 for better performance, and smoother shifts. How to change mustang transmission fluid lmr basics in this installment of lmr basics, check out a general procedure on changing the transmission fluid in a mustang. What transmission fluid to use mt82 mustang evolution forum. Warning lights and chimes auxiliary input jack play music player using auxiliary input play music player using input jack.
Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Transmission fluid level check ford mustang 20152019. The nhtsa closes investigation of 2011 ford mustang manual. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your mustang, even in the most severe driving conditions. Ford has acknowledged several issues including thick, cold transmission fluid, high rpm operation, gear clash, faulty operation, and clutch plate bolt failure. One thing i noticed from the factory fill was that it now runs cooler on the transmission temp gauge. I installed amsoils torquedrive fluid in my 20 camaros 6sp manual. To see how frequently 2011 ford mustang problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Nhtsa ends investigation into mustang manual transmission. Motorcraft mustang transmission fluid service kit mt82. Change transmission fluid mustang forums at stangnet. It is derived from the tremec t56 6speed manual transmission.
Pick up one of these mt82 fluid service kits from lmr to keep your 20112018 mustangs transmission functioning properly. Manual transmission problems of the 2011 ford mustang part 1. Royal purple synchromax is a full synthetic transmission fluid that provides superior wear protection for your mustangs drivetrain. Again amsoil 7590 manual and transaxle fluid,that is what ben calimer told me to use sent from my sghm919 using mustang evolution mobile app. Transmission fluid for mustangs should be checked at least every six months or 6,000 miles. Transmission fluid is vital to the proper operation of a transmission. What transmission fluid does a ford mustang manual. Whats is good tranny fluid for 02 mustang gt 5 speed. How to change the transmission fluid on a 2011 mustang gt 6 speed manual. Acdelco dexronvi automatic transmission fluid is the most recent release in the wellestablished dexron. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Routine transmission maintenance should include fluid change every 30,000 miles.
The engine in your 2015 ford mustang should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual transmission features six forward speeds and one reverse speed. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. As well as a terrible whining noise started around. This fluid not only lubricates the moving parts of the transmission, it also acts as a coolant, protecting the transmission against fatal heat. The manual transmission in my 2011 ford mustang gt has been whining and grinding gears since the clutch was replaced due to a design flaw only to get the exact same clutch assembly, and will be going back to the dealer march 29th to hopefully get the trans replaced w the exact same trans that has all these known issues. What causes mustang gt manual transmission problems. The manual transmission in my 2011 ford mustang gt has been whining and grinding gears since the clutch was replaced due to a design flaw only to get the exact same clutch assembly, and will be. Even though the mustang has transformed drastically over the years, changing the transmission fluid for the most pat is verbatim across the board. Ford recommends that the transmission fluid, both for automatic and mt82 manual transmissions, be replaced at a maximum interval of 150,000 miles. As usual, the forward helical cut gears are synchronized however, the reverse gear operates through a fully synchronized constantmesh system. Royal purple mustang synchromax manual transmission fluid. I was skeptical of the results until i experienced it for myself.
Motorcraft mustang getrag mt82 transmission fluid additive 2011. After 50k miles, it was time to change the oil in the transmission. Stainless steel clutch line for 0514 mustang gt or gt500 with manual trans. For 2011, fords mustang sees few exterior upgrades to supplement the major facelift given in 2010, but all new powerplants are offered, including a 3. If you drag race your mustang or run it hard on the track, we recommend. 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. This kit includes 3 bottles of royal purple synchromax manual transmission oil to properly swap out your fluid when it comes time for your maintenance work. The aftermarket and mustang owners have identified fixes for all of these issues to improve function and performance of the transmission. Getrag 238 manual transmission 6speed 201112 ram 1500, 2500, 3500 g56 manual transmission ap4. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your mustang and how to check the transmission fluid level.
Valvoline synchromesh manual transmission fluid high performance manual transmission lubricant. What is the correct manual transmission fluid ford. Mt82 recommended transmission fluid ford mustang forums. Keeping your transmission fluid clean, and cool is vital to prolonging your transmission life expectancy. Get your 20112014 mustang manual transmission shifting better than ever with royal purple synchromax oil. Do you really need to change the transmission fluid. Check out the lokar firewall pushin dipstick for all mustangs with a case fill c4 automatic transmission. Motorcraft xl18 mt82 transmission additive minimizes hard shifts, chatter and extends the life of your mustangs factory equipped getrag 6speed manual. Mt82 mustang manual transmission fluid change and post. Even if you drive a manual transmission, changing the fluid is also a good idea. Fiesta manual transmission fluid change fiesta faction.
Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear protection properties. The worst complaints are clanging and shifting gears hard, hesitation, and pops out of gear. 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. Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale. Published on 20160930 in this installment of lmr basics, check out a general procedure on changing the transmission fluid in a mustang. Designed for manual transmissions and transaxles with synchromesh. Ford mustang gt manual transmission fluid change cost. Ford mustang automatic transmission 2011, professional full synthetic dexron vi automatic transmission fluid by acdelco. Ford 2011 mustang owners manual pdf download manualslib. Now, this extremely popular and highly rated fluid here on the site will work with any manual transmission. Royal purple mustang synchromax manual transmission oil. How to check the transmission fluid in a mustang it.
This royal purple manual transmission oil kit keeps your 2011 2014 mustang running smoothly by replacing your old, worn out oil. Nhtsa opens investigation into 6speed manual transmission. Changing your 20112014 mustang gt automatic transmission fluid is a good idea, but it must be done correctly. Getrag mt82 transmission, used in 2011 and 2012 model year mustangs. I didnt use any loctite or sealant on the drain or fill plug.
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