Gearbox Ford 7F40

Gearbox Ford 7F40
Type
7-speed automatic
Drive
FWD
Torque
up to 420 Nm
Engine size
up to 2.3 L
Oil capacity
11.0 LMotorcraft MERCON ULV
Lifespan
~250 000 km

The Ford 7F40 7-speed automatic transmission has been assembled at the company’s plant since 2019 and is only installed on the fourth-generation Focus ST, paired with the 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbo engine. A reinforced version of this automatic transmission is installed on the restyled second-generation Edge ST.

Specifications

Type automatic transmission
Number of gears 7
Type of drive front
Engine volume, l up to 2.3
Torque output, Nm up to 420
Recommended oil Motorcraft MERCON ULV
Oil capacity, liter 11.0
Partial replacement, liter 4.5
Maintenance every 60 000 km
Gearbox lifespan, km ~250 000 km
Weight, kg 98

Gear ratios Ford 7F40

Using the 2020 Ford Focus ST with a 2.3 EcoBoost turbo engine as an example:

Main 2.89
1st 4.689
2nd 2.864
3rd 1.923
4th 1.446
5th 1.000
6th 0.747
7th 0.617
Reverse 2.940

Using

The transmission was installed on:

  • Ford Focus 4 ST (C519) in 2019 – 2025.

Disadvantages of the Ford 7F40 gearbox

  • This is a rare automatic transmission, and information about its weaknesses is limited;
  • On specialized forums, complaints are limited to harsh shifting at low speeds;
  • Some owners have also encountered problems with the parking mode;
  • Most problems with this transmission are resolved by updating its firmware;
  • Oil leaks are common along the axle shafts and through the electrical connector.

Frequently asked questions about the Ford 7F40

What type of transmission is the Ford 7F40?

The Ford 7F40 is a 7-speed automatic transmission for front-wheel drive cars.

How much torque can the Ford 7F40 handle?

The Ford 7F40 is designed for torque up to 420 Nm and engines up to 2.3 liters.

How much oil does the Ford 7F40 take and which one?

The Ford 7F40 takes 11.0 liters of oil (4.5 liters for a partial change). Recommended oil: Motorcraft MERCON ULV.

How often should the Ford 7F40 be serviced?

Recommended service interval: every 60 000 km.

How long does the Ford 7F40 last?

With proper maintenance, the Ford 7F40 typically lasts about 250 000 km.

How much does the Ford 7F40 weigh?

The Ford 7F40 weighs about 98 kg.

What are the gear ratios of the Ford 7F40?

Using the 2020 Ford Focus ST with a 2.3 EcoBoost turbo engine as an example: final drive 2.89, 1st 4.689, 2nd 2.864, 3rd 1.923, 4th 1.446, 5th 1.000, 6th 0.747, 7th 0.617, reverse 2.940.

What cars was the Ford 7F40 installed on?

Ford Focus 4 ST (C519) in 2019 - 2025.

What are the common problems of the Ford 7F40?

This is a rare automatic transmission, and information about its weaknesses is limited. On specialized forums, complaints are limited to harsh shifting at low speeds. All known problems.

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El Guardiola

Doctor of Technical Sciences, former engineer at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee (10 years of experience), holder of certificates and patents for inventions, author of a training manual for employees of the Volkswagen Group of America.
I consider the automotive transmission to be one of the most ingenious mechanisms in a car and I want to provide information about gearboxes to a wide range of car owners.

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