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Testing Procedure

Bring engine to normal operating temperature. Apply parking and service brakes. Stall test transmission in each driving range at WOT. Note maximum RPM obtained. Engine speed should be within limits. See STALL SPEED SPECIFICATIONS  . If maximum RPM obtained is not within specifications, see STALL SPEED TEST RESULTS  .

STALL SPEED SPECIFICATIONS

Application Engine 1989 RPM 1990-92 RPM
Cougar & Thunderbird 3.8L 2138-2493 2156-2510
Thunderbird 3.8L SC 2293-2668 2295-2676
Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car 4.6L 2V N/A 2000-2334
Mustang & Mark VII 5.0L HO+ 2124-2509 2089-2465
Crown Victoria & Grand Marquis 5.0L SEFI N/A 2073-2405
Crown Victoria Police 5.0L SEFI N/A 2073-2405
Cougar & Thunderbird 5.0L HO N/A 2017-2460
Crown Victoria & Grand Marquis 5.0L EFI 2035-2351 2014-2326
Crown Victoria Police 5.8L HO VV 1568-1885 1552-1862
"E" & "F" Series 4.9L 2042-2351 2055-2361
Bronco, "E/F" Series 5.0L EFI 2092-2449 2098-2456