Vacuum Testing ZF 6HP19/26/32 (Gen 1), Ford 6R60/6R80 - Transmission Digest

Vacuum Testing ZF 6HP19/26/32 (Gen 1), Ford 6R60/6R80

From the TASC Force we reprint a series of in-depth test instructions for checking the serviceability of valve bodies.

TASC Force Tips

  • Author: Sonnax Engineering and Technical Services
  • Subject Matter: Valve body
  • Unit: ZF 6HP19/26/32 (Gen 1), Ford 6R60/6R80
  • Vehicle Application: Jaguar
  • Issue: Vacuum testing

From the TASC Force we reprint a series of in-depth test instructions for checking the serviceability of valve bodies.


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