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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 03:56 PM
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Wink E4OD Tranny notice

I have an early 99 F-350. I have been having horrible drive problems with the tranny since I had it flushed as part of the sales contract when I bought it a few months ago. After an exhaustive search, I found MY problem. The dealership used Mercon IV in the tranny instead of Mercon V. In just 23 miles, I have felt a huge difference in the drive. Not sure if anyone else is having this problem, just thought I'd share my headache and maybe save someone from any expensive and unnecessary repairs.
 
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Old Jan 10, 2005 | 09:06 PM
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First, there is no such thing as MERCON IV. There is MERCON, MERCON V, and MERCON SP. Your transmission requires MERCON. MERCON V or MERCON SP will screw it up.
 
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Old Jan 11, 2005 | 02:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Casey
First, there is no such thing as MERCON IV. There is MERCON, MERCON V, and MERCON SP. Your transmission requires MERCON. MERCON V or MERCON SP will screw it up.

That's the truth......
 
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