The Ford 4F27E transmission is a classic automatic transmission with electronic control , a hydraulic torque converter and planetary gear used in Ford and Mazda vehicles. It has 4 gears and a manual transmission mode. This gearbox was first introduced in 1998 and is still used in many cars. The transmission was developed in collaboration between Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor Company. It is one of the most popular transmissions for vehicles from these manufacturers.
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The technical data of the Ford 4F27E transmission
| Index | Max. Displacement, L | Max. Engine Torque, Nm | Drive Type | Applicable Models |
| 4F27E (FN4A-EL) | 2.3 | 200 | Front Wheel | Ford Fiesta 7; Mazda 3; Ford Ixion; Mazda 323; Ford Focus 1, 2; Mazda 5; Mazda 2; Ford C Max; Mazda 6 |
Frequent defects in Ford 4F27E transmissions
- The clutch discs burn out fairly quickly. This is because certain design features of this transmission and certain transmission control parameters cause the system to be overloaded.
- The brake belts wear out prematurely, making it difficult to shift into certain gears.
- The pump's seals leak.
- Wear on the pump's teflon seals and back cover also causes leakage.
- The planetary gear set has a short lifespan.