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What did the 6R80 transmission come in?

What did the 6R80 transmission come in?

The 6R debuted in 2005 in the 2006 model year Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer. The 6R80 is featured in 2009 to present Ford F-150 pickups. It features torque converter lockup capabilities in all 6 gears and an integrated “Tow/Haul” mode for enhanced engine braking and towing performance.

Are 6R80 transmissions reliable?

The 6R80 features a durable, dependable, band-free design, equating to less complexity than its earlier four speed predecessors. Ford also revised the transmission to improve even smoother shifts and improved fuel economy versus the original ZF 6HP26.

How much does it cost to rebuild a 6R80 transmission?

FLXLT, $4,300 for total rebuild with applicable upgrades.

Where is the Ford 6R80 automatic transmission made?

The 6R80 was first introduced in 2009 and is manufactured under ZF license at the Ford Transmission Plant in Livonia, Michigan. It can be found behind a multitude of Ford engines ranging from the 3.7 V-6, all the way up to the robust 6.2L V-8.

What kind of fluid does a Ford 6R80 use?

The 6R80 uses synthetic transmission fluid (Mercon LV). The transmission used in the Ford F-150, has a fluid capacity of 12.10 quarts and weighs 215lbs. The 6R80 measures 23.75″ and utilizes a large 31 spline 4wd output shaft. In 2011 Ford removed the internal TCU enabling the usability of stand-alone computers

What are the gear ratios for a Ford 6R80?

Now, the Quick 6 makes it possible for you to realize all of the benefits of the 6R80 in your vehicle. Offers six forward speeds, with gear ratios of 4.17, 2.34, 1.52, 1.14, 0.87, and 0.69:1. The US-produced Ford 6R80 transmission is based on the robust ZF 6HP26 design, which has been used by automakers world-wide for over 14 years.

What’s the one way clutch on a Ford 6R80?

In previous models there were a number of complaints of harsh 1-2 and 2-1 shifts which Ford tried to solve by updating the PCM calibration. In this unit, Ford added a one-way clutch to the rear planetary assembly to provide smoother transitions from 1-2 and 2-1.

The 6R80 was first introduced in 2009 and is manufactured under ZF license at the Ford Transmission Plant in Livonia, Michigan. It can be found behind a multitude of Ford engines ranging from the 3.7 V-6, all the way up to the robust 6.2L V-8.

The 6R80 uses synthetic transmission fluid (Mercon LV). The transmission used in the Ford F-150, has a fluid capacity of 12.10 quarts and weighs 215lbs. The 6R80 measures 23.75″ and utilizes a large 31 spline 4wd output shaft. In 2011 Ford removed the internal TCU enabling the usability of stand-alone computers

Now, the Quick 6 makes it possible for you to realize all of the benefits of the 6R80 in your vehicle. Offers six forward speeds, with gear ratios of 4.17, 2.34, 1.52, 1.14, 0.87, and 0.69:1. The US-produced Ford 6R80 transmission is based on the robust ZF 6HP26 design, which has been used by automakers world-wide for over 14 years.

Why is my transmission slipping in my Ford F-150?

You may be stuck in gear and have strange shifting from one gear to another. The line pressure control solenoid is shorting out. Hard shifts, Transmission Warning Message. You’ll need to check it while the truck is running and the transmission is warm, usually a 1 – 2 mile drive is enough to warm it. If the fluid is low, top it off.

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