FAQ's Manual Transmission

Q: How can I identify which manual transmission is in my truck?

A: Located on the side of the transmission is an I.D. tag with the OE Part Number and the ZF Parts List Number. The best way to identify the transmission is by the ZF Parts List Number. If you cannot read the ZF Parts List Number, you can find the ZF part number by cross-referencing the Ford Number to the ZF number in the Cross Reference Charts in the Literature section.

Q: Where can I purchase a ZF Parts remanufactured ZF manual transmission?

A: ZF factory remanufactured transmissions can be purchased through any of our distributors throughout the US, Canada and Mexico. For a list of current distributors in your area, please use the Distributor Locator found on this website.

Q: Where can I purchase Genuine ZF Parts to repair my ZF manual transmission?

A: ZF Parts can be purchased through any of our distributors throughout the US, Canada and Mexico. For a list of current distributors in your area, please use the Distributor Locator found on this website.

Q: Are repair manuals available for ZF Manual Transmissions?

A: Repair Manuals can be purchased through any of our distributors throughout the US, Canada and Mexico. For a list of current distributors in your area, please use the Distributor Locator found on this website.

Q: What type of transmission fluid do I need to use in my ZF Manual Transmission?

A: The transmission fluid list to use in your ZF Manual Transmission can be found in the Troubleshooting Guide on this website.

Q: I have a manual transmission with a ZF parts List Number that I do not see in the catalog. Where do I find information on it?

A: ZF introduces new and exciting products each year. If you find that you have a part that is not listed in the catalog, please feel free to contact us at (847) 478-6868.

Q: I would like to swap an older ZF manual transmission with a newer ZF manual transmission. Is this possible?

A: S5-42 units ARE NOT interchangeable with S5-47 units. S6-650 standard torque transmissions MAY be replaced with S6-650 High Torque transmissions. S6-650 High Torque transmissions can NOT be substituted with standard torque transmissions.

Q: Where can I buy tools to repair my ZF manual transmission?
A: ZF does not carry the tools to repair your ZF manual transmission. You must go through OTC. Their phone number is (800) 533-6127.

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Last Update: 12.11.2008