Transmission filter

[99sho-time]

I read somehwhere on here that there is a sho specific tranny filter. is there any info on what the original part# was or cross reference #? Also was curious what if there was the wrong filter installed could this be detrimental?

 

[gamefanatic]

I don't believe there is a SHO specific filter. However there are two very similar filters used for the two different transmissions used in the Taurus/Mercury/Lincolns. They are generally identifiable by the color of the rubber bushing used to mate it with the transmission.

Green = AX4S/AXOD-E
Orange = AX4N/4F50N

Some say they are universal, but I cannot say, only that I use the orange seal on the SHO's. Its Its possible the openings are different sizes. To be sure look for ones that match the Ford part number in their description: F5DZ7A098AA

 

[stephen newberg]

IIRC the orange one is the correct one for our transmissions.

pax, smn

 

[GEN 3 SHO FAN]

Paul Nimz spoke about that recently in another post.

It was said that there is also a difference in the lenght of the duct connecting to the trans. One will takes his oil deeper in the pan so oil going in will/could be cooler.

 

[SHOZ123]

The SHO filter has a longer neck so it sits lower in the pan. It will not make much difference unless you are pulling a lot of Gs in the turns.