Is Ford AOD manual or automatic?

The AOD (automatic overdrive) is a four-speed automatic transmission, with the 4th gear as overdrive. Introduced in 1980, it was Ford’s first four-speed automatic overdrive transmission.

When did the Mustang AOD transmission come out?

Mustang AOD Transmission. The Automatic Overdrive or AOD transmission made its Mustang debut in 1984 behind the CFI equipped 5.0L Fox Body and was also available in this configuration in 1985. 1986 saw the AOD behind the SEFI 5.0L H.O. In 1988 a rear lubrication system was integrated to extend service life.

What kind of transmission does a Ford AOD have?

The AOD (automatic overdrive) is a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

What kind of transmission does a 1979 Mustang have?

1979 to current Mustangs have seen a wide variety of automatic transmissions in their days. Early on the Fox Body Mustang was powered by C4 & AOD automatic transmissions. These transmission were the foundation for the future AOD-E and 4R70W transmission that powered the SN95 and New Edge Mustangs.

Can a manual transmission be used on a Mustang?

Switching gears via a manual transmission is not for everyone. That is why an automatic transmission is a popular option in late model Mustangs. The automatic transmissions used in the latest model Mustangs are much more sophisticated. In many cases, they can even outperform their older siblings when compared stock to stock form.

Where is the transmission code on a Ford AOD?

Ford lists their transmission codes on their Vehicle Certification Label and these are a single letter located along the bottom of the label under the abbreviation TR or TRANS. The AOD transmissions will carry a “T” designation for any rear-wheel drive vehicles. Lastly, you can also check the tag attached to the transmission itself.

What kind of transmission does a Mustang use?

Whether your transmission is noisy, going out, or you are doing a manual to auto swap, we have the right high performance automatic transmission for your Mustang. Take a look at 5.0 Resto’s full line of Performance Automatic Racing’s C4 & AOD transmission assemblies that will handle all the horsepower you throw at them!

Do you need crossmember for Ford AOD transmission?

Because the AOD is longer than the C4, you need a special crossmember and related parts available from suppliers such as California Pony Cars, PATC, Mustangs Plus, California Mustang, and a host of others if you have a vintage Mustang or Cougar.