The Ford AX4N 4-speed automatic transmission was assembled from 1993 to 1999 and was a version of the AXOD automatic transmission with non-sequential shifting capability. This transmission is designed for installation in vehicles with engines up to 4.0 liters in displacement.
Specifications
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 4.6 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 360 |
| Recommended oil | ATF Mercon V |
| Oil capacity, liter | 12.4 |
| Replacing the oil | every 60 000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~175 000 km |
Gear ratios Ford AX4N
Using a 1998 Ford Taurus with a 3.0 liter engine as an example:
| Main | 3.770 |
| 1st | 2.771 |
| 2nd | 1.543 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| 4th | 0.694 |
| Reverse | 2.263 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Ford Taurus 2 (DN5) in 1993 – 1995;
- Ford Taurus 3 (DN101) in 1995 – 1999;
- Lincoln Continental 9 (FN74) in 1994 – 1999;
- Mercury Sable 2 (DN5) in 1993 – 1995;
- Mercury Sable 3 (DN101) in 1995 – 1999.
Disadvantages of the Ford AX4N gearbox
- This transmission is considered unreliable; the automatic transmission is prone to slippage and overheating;
- Additional cooling is required to extend the transmission’s lifespan;
- Consumables include not only various bushings but also brake bands;
- Electrically, the automatic transmission’s speed sensors and gear shift switch fail;
- Due to design flaws, the valve body channels become clogged with friction dust.
