What is a Ford Type F transmission?

A Ford Type F transmission refers to a specific type of automatic transmission fluid (ATF) recommended by Ford Motor Company for use in their automatic transmissions manufactured during the 1970s and earlier [[3]]. It is a high-static friction fluid that ensures proper shifting in Ford transmissions that require a fluid meeting the ESW-M2C33-F specification [[10]]. Additionally, Ford Type F ATF is also recommended for power steering systems in a wide variety of Ford vehicles built prior to Model Years 1996-1998 .
It’s important to note that Ford Type F ATF is not recommended for use in automatic transmissions in Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, American Motors, or any other cars requiring a Dexron-II, Dexron-IIE, Dexron-III, or Mercon-approved fluid. It is specifically designed for use in Ford transmissions that require a fluid meeting the ESW-M2C33-F specification [[3]].
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Is Type F compatible with Mercon?

It is recommended for use in selected imported automatic transmissions or wherever a fluid meeting Ford’s specification M2C33-F is required. It should not be used in any transmission calling for DEXRON® III, DEXRON ® II, MERCON®, Ford fluids such as M2C166-H or M2C138-CJ Fluids.

Is Mercon 5 compatible with Type F?

These were uniquely considered when we developed Valvoline Mercon V ATF. It’s suitable for most Ford, Lincoln and Mercury passenger cars and light-duty trucks (except those specifying Mercon SP, Mercon LV, Mercon ULV or Type F fluids), as well as most pre-2006 GM vehicles and many imports.

What is Ford Type F fluid?

It is a high-static friction fluid developed for Ford automatic transmissions manufactured during the 1970’s and earlier. The special frictional properties of Motorcraft ATF Type-F ensure proper shifting in Ford transmissions that require a fluid meeting ESW-M2C33-F.

What viscosity is type F ATF?

Type F ATF has similar viscosity to most ATF products, about 35 cSt at 40ºC, and 7 or so cSt at 100ºC.

What happens if you mix Type F and Dexron?

Yes it’s ok, a 50/50 mix of Type F and Dexron is often recommended for higher HP applications, the best of both worlds-firmer shifts with Type F but with the added lubricity of Dexron.

Can you mix ATF and Type F?

As to ATF, no problem mixing Dexron and Type F, one can actually fine tune shift harshness as Type F is in fact “grippier”.

When did Type F transmission fluid come out?

1967
In 1967, Ford produced the Type-F fluid specification. The Type-F specification was intended to produce a “lifetime” fluid which would never need to be changed. This was the first of many Ford “lifetime” fluids.

Is Type F same as Mercon V?

MERCON® fluids are back serviceable to Ford vehicles produced since 1981. Generally, vehicles produced prior to that model year require a different type of fluid, Ford Type F. The use of Type F fluids in transmissions designed for MERCON®, or vice versa, could result in poor shift quality.

What is the difference between Type F and Type FA transmission fluid?

Either will be fine, FA is just an updated version of F. “Valvoline Type FA is a high-quality transmission fluid specifically engineered to protect and prolong the life of automatic transmissions. It is designed for use where Ford specifications M2C33-F, M2C33-G and Ford Type F fluids are recommended.”

What is compatible with Type F transmission fluid?

Valvoline Type F ATF is suitable for 1980 and earlier Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles, as well as Mazda, Saab, Toyota, Volvo, and other Japanese and European transmissions that require Type F fluid.