The Mazda GF4A-EL or Ford 4EAT-G 4-speed automatic transmission has been assembled since 1991 and is installed on a number of the most popular models, including those with powerful V6 engines. A simplified modification of this transmission formed the basis of the very famous CD4E gearbox.
Mazda gearboxes: F3A, G4A‑EL, GF4A‑EL, F4A‑EL, AW6A‑EL, FW6A‑EL / GW6A‑EL, SJ6A‑EL.
Specifications
| Production years | since 1991 |
| Type | automatic transmission |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of drive | front |
| Engine volume, l | up to 3.0 |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 260 |
| Recommended oil | Dexelia ATF M-III |
| Oil capacity, liter | 8.8 |
| Replacing the oil | every 70,000 km |
| Replacing the filter | every 70,000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
Gear ratios Mazda GF4A-EL
Using the example of a Mazda 626 1998 with a 2.0 liter engine:
| Main | 3.820 |
| 1st | 2.800 |
| 2nd | 1.540 |
| 3rd | 1.000 |
| 4th | 0.700 |
| Reverse | 2.330 |
The transmission was installed on:
- Mazda 626 IV (GE) in 1992 – 1997; 626 V (GF) in 1997 – 2002;
- Mazda MPV II (LW) in 1999 – 2002;
- Mazda MX-6 II (GE) in 1991 – 1997;
- Mazda Xedos 6 (CA) in 1992 – 1999;
- Mazda Xedos 9 (TA) in 1993 – 2002.
As 4EAT-G was installed on:
- Ford Probe 2 (ST44) in 1992 – 1997.
Disadvantages of the Mazda GF4A-EL gearbox
- This is a fairly reliable gearbox and malfunctions begin at a decent mileage.
- Typically, owners are concerned about progressive vibrations due to wear-out of bushings.
- The valves in the solenoids wear out relatively quickly and shocks appear.
- The automatic transmission electronics are afraid of overheating; it is necessary to monitor the cleanliness of the radiator.
- The remaining problems of this automatic transmission are associated with oil contamination by dust from the clutches.
