Main differences compared to N-type gearbox
| Maximum input torque | 300 Nm |
| Method of sealing crankcase planes | using a special sealing paste |
The gears are mounted on needle bearings.
Reverse gear is synchronized.
The internal guide of the gear shift lever has protection against accidental engagement of reverse gear.
Gear ratios
Cars with NRA and N9B engines
Broadcast | Gear ratio | Final drive ratio | Full gear ratio |
1 | 3,89 | 3,92 | 15,248 |
2 | 2,08 | 8,153 | |
3 | 1,34 | 5,252 | |
4 | 1,00 | 3,920 | |
5 | 0,82 | 3,214 | |
Reverse | 3,51 | 13,759 |
Cars with N8B engines
Broadcast | Gear ratio | Final drive ratio | Full gear ratio |
1 | 3,89 | 3,14 | 12,21 |
2 | 2,08 | 6,53 | |
3 | 1,34 | 4,20 | |
4 | 1,00 | 3,14 | |
5 | 0,82 | 2,57 | |
Reverse | 3,51 | 11,02 |
Lubrication
| Amount of oil | 1.20 dm³ |
| Type | gearbox oil Ford ESD M2C 186 A |
| Maintenance frequency | check level every 20,000 km or once a year; periodic oil change is not provided |
Tightening moments
| Gear housing to clutch housing | 20 – 27 Nm |
| Clutch housing to engine cylinder block | 29 – 41 Nm |
| Fastening the clutch release bearing guide sleeve | 15 – 17 Nm |
| Intermediate shaft bearing race: | |
| – Stage 1 | 15 – 20 Nm |
| – Stage 2 | loosen by 60° |
| Fastening the bearing nut | 9 – 11 Nm |
| Fastening the reverse gear axle to the crankcase | 8 – 11 Nm |
| Reverse gear stop bolt to gearbox housing | 18 – 25 Nm |
| Intermediate shaft nut | 200 Nm |
| Selector lever stopper plug | 20 – 27 Nm |
| Oil fill and drain plug | 23 – 32 Nm |
| Secondary shaft ball bearing retaining ring fastening | 20 – 27 Nm |
| Reverse light switch | 10 – 14 Nm |
(The original can be found on the specified resource FORDBOOK)