FORD 6F35 (Gen. 1 & Gen.

2)
ZIP KIT ®
PART NUMBER 6F35-ZIP QUICK GUIDE
Parts are labeled here in order of installation. See other side of sheet for details on kit contents.

installation Diagram NOTE: The components in this kit

are all related to the valve body.
It is not necessary to remove
6b pump for kit installation; pump
should only be removed if vacuum testing
Plastic Checkballs pump locations is desired.

1 Generation 2
6a
Location
ONLY!

1
6a
Generation 1
1 Location ONLY!

Main Control
Valve Body

Solenoid
Valve Body

Drill solenoid pressure regulator

4 balance hole and seal with .062"
diameter plug, peening in place.

In addition to general rebuilding tips and technical information, the technical booklet included in this kit contains vacuum
testing and additional repair options for higher mileage units or for repairing specific complaints which are beyond the
scope of this kit.

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Kit Contents & Installation Steps

Step 1 Replace 5 OE End Plugs Step 5 R

 eplace OE Solenoid
Place O-ring in groove, lubricate with Sonnax Slippery Stick™ O-LUBE Pressure Regulator
and roll on bench to size.
Valve Lineup
NOTE: The end plug at the clutch bypass valve location is
slightly different in design and the O-ring should be installed Ensure Sonnax retainer clip is fully seated
at the inboard land as illustrated. in the sleeve groove after installation.

Packaging Pocket 1 Remove and discard OE valve and spring. Keep outboard retainer clip
for reuse. Install Sonnax sleeve and valve as illustrated. Secure sleeve
• End Plugs (5)
in bore by installing included clip into sleeve groove at inboard port.
• O-Rings (7) 2 extra Install included spring and secure all in bore with OE retainer.
Packaging Pocket 5
• Sleeve
Step 2 Replace OE Control • Valve
Pressure Regulator Valve • Spring
Packaging Pocket 2 • Retainer Clip
• Valve
• Sleeve
• Spring Step 6a R
 eplace OE Accumulator
Piston
Remove and discard OE rubber-tipped damper piston from valve body
Step 3 Replace TCC Regulator (Gen. 1) or solenoid body (Gen. 2). Install Sonnax spring into Sonnax
piston bore pocket. Install Sonnax accumulator piston, pocket end
Valve Bore Lineup over spring.

Remove and discard all OE components except the retainer clip. Keep NOTE: Location for replacement accumulator piston 6a varies
retainer clip for reuse. from Gen. 1 to Gen. 2. Do NOT place this short piston and
spring in the Gen. 2 long piston and spring locations.
Ensure that the shuttle valve between the inboard regulating
valve and end plug is installed with the blind bore facing NOTE: OE accumulator pistons should be flush or
inboard and the rounded end nub facing the end plug. approximately .030" lower than the casting surface.
It is common for the rubber insert to lose tension.
Packaging Pocket 3
• Spring
• Valve
Step 6b Install Checkballs
• Shuttle Valve Packaging Pocket 6
• End Plug • Piston
• O-Rings (2) 1 extra • Spring
• Checkballs, .250" dia. (3)

Step 4 Block Solenoid Pressure

Regulator Balance Port
Drill indicated separator plate orifice with included .062" dia. drill bit.
Remove any burrs. Insert .062" dia. aluminum plug into drilled hole and
peen in place on both sides of plate. Ensure plate will still fit flush on
both castings.
The parts listed here may be protected
Packaging Pocket 4 by patent number 8,794,108.

• Drill Bit, .062" dia.

• Aluminum Plug, .062" dia. (2) 1 extra

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 FORD 6F35 (Gen. 1 & Gen. 2)
ZIP KIT ®
PART NUMBER 6F35-ZIP INSTALLATION & TESTING BOOKLET

Generation 1
9L8P
Figure 1 Valve Body Identification
This ZIP Kit will service 6F35 Generation 1 (casting ID 9L8P) and Generation 2
(casting ID CV6Z) applications (Figure 1). Detailed differences between the genera-
tions can be found in article "Solenoid Differences Between Ford 6F35 Gen. 1 &
Gen. 2 Transmission" on sonnax.com. However for the purposes of installing this
ZIP kit, the differences only affect the solenoid dampers. The location of the 1-2-3-
4 solenoid damper is the same for Gen. 1 and Gen 2. (Figure 2), but the damper
design is different. The Gen. 1 damper is shorter with a rubber tip, while the Gen. 2
Generation 2
CV6Z damper is a longer piston with a spring. Gen. 2 has added 4 additional dampers to
the solenoid body - 3 long pistons with springs, and one short damper with a rubber
tip (Figure 10).

Technical Tips
Figure 2 Reprogramming
Many transmission performance complaints both prior to and after an overhaul
can be addressed by reflashing the PCM or TCM. This includes any shift and/
Piston
or converter clutch scheduling issues, shift bumps, flares, bangs, etc. Refer to OE
reflashing procedure for further information.
NOTE: The TCM on the Ford 6F35 is not part of the valve body or transmission, but located
in the engine compartment.

Solenoid Body Identification & Strategy

Generation 2, RF-CV6Z
The solenoid body strategy is a file programmed into the PCM to control the various
solenoids to prevent shift concerns. The original solenoid body tag on the transmis-
6F35 Valve Body Figure 3
sion case indicates the solenoid strategy and solenoid body ID (Figure 4). These must
match the numbers on the connector boss on the lead frame (Figure 3 & 5).
Anytime a new solenoid body is installed, a new strategy file is downloaded into the
PCM with a scan tool. A replacement tag (Figure 6) must be placed on the case as
well.
NOTE: The solenoid body strategy is always 13 numeric digits. The solenoid body ID is a
combination of numeric digits and any letters A–F.

Lead Frame

Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6

Solenoid body identification

374P-7G342-BA
and strategy on lead frame.
0340920964759 SOLENOID BODY SERVICE INFORMATION
SOL STRATEGY 0340920964759
SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY
36F0B8D
SOL BODY ID 36F0B8D
SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY
8036001201 SEE SHOP MANUAL SECTION 307-31

Identification: The original solenoid body Identification: The replacement solenoid body
tag on transmission case will look like this. tag on transmission case will look like this.

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Clutch Apply Chart Figure 7 Solenoid Body Identification

Gear Direct Overdrive Forward Low/Reverse Intermediate One-Way & Strategy (continued)
Reverse X X The solenoid strategy and identification number on the
1st X X* X cast aluminum solenoid body (Figures 9 & 10) must
2nd X X Overrunning
also match those on the transmission case tag and lead
3rd X X Overrunning
frame (Figures 4, 5 & 6).
Drive

4th X X Overrunning The solenoids are factory calibrated and vary in flow
5th X X Overrunning rate. These solenoids can be replaced separately, but
6th X X Overrunning only if the replacement solenoid has the same band
*Turns off above 4mph. number as that which it is replacing (Figures 9 & 11).
The band number is stamped on the solenoid can, and
Solenoid Apply Chart Figure 8
is the last digit, which is either a 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.
SSA SSB SSC SSD SSE TCC
Gear (VFS) NL (VFS) NH (VFS) NL (VFS) NH (on/off) NC (VFS) NL Generation 2 solenoids (Figures 10 & 13) do not have
Park X X blue and yellow caps like Generation 1 (Figures 9 & 12).
Reverse X X They instead have clear caps and brown/black snouts
Neutral X X similar to the 6R80.
1st X X X
2nd X X X Figure 11
3rd X X X
Drive

4th X X*
5th X X* Solenoid
6th X X* Body ID
Number
KEY: X = On * = Modulating

LPC Solenoid Figure 9 Solenoid

SSC TCC SSE SSA
Strategy
SSB Number
Solenoid
Body ID &
Strategy Figure 12
Numbers

Band
Number

6F35 Generation 1 Solenoid Body SSD

No Screen Figure 10
6F35 Gen 1, Solenoid Band Number

Figure 13

EPC

SSC

SSB
SSD

6F35 Gen 2,
6F35 Generation 2 Solenoid Body Solenoid Band Number

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Zip Kit Instructions 6F35 Assembled Valve Body Figure 14

Nut 6
1. V
 alve Body Removal from Case 13 19
(Figure 14) Bolts 1 10 16
a. Disconnect the transmission range senor. 7
Grommet
1 3
b. Disconnect the output speed sensor (OSS).
c. Remove the main control cover grommet. 8 11 14 17 20
4
d. Remove the case-to-valve body nut (yellow).
Trasmission 2 12
e. Remove the 22 valve body-to-case bolts (red). Range
15 21
Sensor 9
18 22
f. Remove the valve body from the transmission. 5

2. Disassembly
a. To remove lead frame from valve body, remove
five small screws (green), (Figure 15).
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or twist the OSS Lead Frame
lead frame or solenoid terminals during
removal, as damage can occur.

b. There are 14 solenoid retaining pins (two per Lead Frame Removal Figure 15
solenoid) that keep the solenoids in the casting.
Handle the casting with care so these do not fall
out and allow solenoids to come out and become 2
mixed up (Figure 16). 3

c. To remove solenoid body from valve body, 4

remove two bolts (pink), (Figure 16).
d. To remove separator plate from solenoid body, 1
remove two bolts (blue), (Figure 18).

3. Installation
Install Zip Kit parts as shown on diagram of separate 5
quick guide sheet included in this Zip Kit. Sonnax
recommends vacuum testing critical wear areas not
covered by this kit to determine whether additional
Sonnax parts are required (see page 4 & 5).

Assembled Valve Body with Lead Frame Removed Figure 16

2 Solenoid
Retaining
Pins

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Separator Plate Figure 17

4. Reassembly
NOTE: OE checkballs often damage the separator
plate (Figure 13), preventing proper sealing.
Replace the separator plate if necessary,
available through Ford (P/N DV6Z-7Z490-B)
Generation 1 ONLY.

a. Bolt separator plate to solenoid body using two

bolts. Torque to 89 in-lb (Figure 18).
b. Bolt solenoid body to valve body with two bolts.
Torque to 89 in-lb (Figure 16).
c. 
Attach lead frame to solenoid body assembly
using five small screws (Figure 15).

5. Valve Body Reinstall into Case

(Figure 14)
a. Install the 22 valve body-to-case bolts. Torque to
89 in-lb in the sequence indicated.
b. Install case-to-valve body nut and tighten to 89
Separator Plate Removal Figure 18 in-lb.
c. Install the main control cover grommet.
2 d. Reconnect the output speed sendor (OSS).
e. Reconnect the transmission range sensor.

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Critical Wear Areas & Vacuum Test Locations

NOTE: OE valves are shown in rest position and should be tested in rest position unless otherwise indicated. Test locations are pointed to with an arrow.
Springs are not shown for visual clarity. Low vacuum reading indicates wear and Sonnax parts noted for replacement.

Main Control Valve Body – Front • 6F35, Gen. 1 Shown

*Note: Plug bore opening with thumb
Control Pressure
when vacuum testing end plug ports. Plug port
Regulator Valve
Direct (3-5-R) Clutch on back • Bump/Flare/Harsh/Erratic Shifts
Regulator Valve Plug port • Burnt clutches • Overheated fluid
• Burnt 3-5 Reverse clutch on back Replace with Sonnax Part No.
144740-04K
• Delayed Reverse
• 3rd & 5th Shift concerns
• 2-3 & 4-5 Flare Intermediate (2-6)
Clutch Regulator Valve
Forward (1-2-3-4) • Burnt 2-6 clutch
 

Clutch Regulator Valve • 2nd & 6th Shift concerns

• Burnt 1-2-3-4 clutch • 1-2 & 5-6 Flare
• Delayed Forward
• 1-2-3-4 Shift concerns Test Generation 1: Invert OE dampener
piston and test off center of the rubber tip.
Forward (1-2-3-4)
Clutch Latch Valve TCC Regulator Valve


• Slips & flares • Slip codes

• Code P0741, 742 • No lockup • TCC slip
• Delayed engagement
• Harsh TCC apply • Loss of fuel economy
• Shift quality is not load sensitive
Replace with Sonnax Part No.
• Harsh/Slide shifts • Burnt clutches 144740-19K Requires F-144740-TL19 & VB-FIX
Replace with Sonnax  
Part No. 144740-21
Requires F-144740-TL21 & VB-FIX Clutch Select Valve
• Various shift concerns
Note: Plug casting valley with foam, putty • Shift codes
or appropriately sized O-ring coated in
assembly lube to isolate circuit.


Note: Plug casting valley with foam,

putty or appropriately sized O-ring coated
Low Reverse/Overdrive in assembly lube to isolate circuit.
(4-5-6) Clutch
Regulator Valve
Solenoid Pressure
• Burnt Low Reverse & Overdrive clutch
Gen. 1 Only
Regulator Valve
• Delayed Reverse
• Harsh/Flare shifts • No 4th, 5th or 6th
• 4-5-6 Shift concerns
• Low clutch oil pressure
• 3-4 Flare
Replace with Sonnax Part No.
144740A-01 Requires 144740-TL

Main Control Valve Body • Back

End Plugs
• Shift concerns
• Burnt clutches
Clutch Select Valve • Pressure loss
• Various shift concerns • TCC apply concerns
• Shift codes NOTE: Vacuum test end plugs at
outboard port while sealing bore
opening with thumb.

P lug these ports Replace with Sonnax Part No.

*Part numbers with
(as noted above) 144740-03K
an asterisk (*) are
while vacuum testing.
included in this Zip Kit.  = Several Locations

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Critical Wear Areas & Vacuum Test Locations

NOTE: OE valves are shown in rest position and should be tested in rest position unless otherwise indicated.
Test locations are pointed to with an arrow. Springs are not shown for visual clarity. Low vacuum reading
indicates wear and Sonnax parts noted for replacement.

Solenoid Valve Body • 6F35, Gen. 1 Shown

Low Reverse/Overdrive (4-5-6)
Clutch Latch Valve
• Slips & flares • Delayed engagement
• Shift quality is not load sensitive • Slip codes Test Together
• Harsh/Slide shifts • Burnt clutches
Replace with Sonnax Part No.
144740-21 Requires F-144740-TL21 & VB-FIX

Intermediate (2-6) Clutch

Latch Valve
• Slips & flares • Delayed engagement
• Shift quality is not load sensitive • Slip codes
• Harsh/Slide shifts • Burnt clutches
Replace with Sonnax Part No. Test
144740-21 Requires F-144740-TL21 & VB-FIX Together

Direct (3-5-R) Clutch Latch Valve

• Slips & flares • Delayed engagement
• Shift quality is not load sensitive • Slip codes
• Harsh/Slide shifts • Burnt clutches
Replace with Sonnax Part No.
144740-21 Requires F-144740-TL21 & VB-FIX

Test Together
Pump Body • 6F35, Gen. 1 Shown

Pressure Regulator Valve

• Poor shift quality • Erratic line pressure
• TCC apply & release concerns
• Burnt clutches • Overheating
Plug • Low converter & lube flow
Orifice
Replace with Sonnax Part No.
144510-03K Requires F-144510-TL3C & VB-FIX

TCC Control Valve

• Excess TCC slip • TCC codes
• TCC lining failure • Shudder
• TCC apply & release concerns
• Low cooler flow • Overheating
• Low converter & lube flow
Replace with Sonnax Part No.
144510-07K Requires F-144510-TL7C & VB-FIX

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OE Exploded View
Main Control Valve Body
NOTE: Depending upon vehicle application,
the OE springs shown may not be present. 101

110
1-2-3-4 Solenoid Damper
Gen. 1
109
Gen. 2
108 102

107

103
106

104

Main Control Valve Body Descriptions 105

I.D. No. Description
101 Control Pressure Regulator Valve
102 TCC Regulator Valve
103 Clutch Bypass Valve 301
104 Solenoid Pressure Regulator Valve
105 Manual Valve
Low Reverse/Overdrive (4-5-6)
106
Clutch Regulator Valve
107 FWD (1-2-3-4) Clutch Latch Valve
302
108 FWD (1-2-3-4) Clutch Reg. Valve
109 Intermediate (2-6) Clutch Reg. Valve
110 Direct (3-5-R) Clutch Reg. Valve

Pump Body

Pump Body Descriptions

I.D. No. Description

301 Line Pressure Relief
302 Pressure Regulator Valve 304
303 TCC Control Valve
304 TCC Relief Ball

303
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OE Exploded View
Solenoid Valve Body
NOTE: Depending upon vehicle application, the OE springs shown may not be present.

Solenoid Valve Body

203

SSD Solenoid
Damper,
Gen. 2 Only

SSB Solenoid
Damper,
Gen. 2 Only

202

201 EPC Solenoid

Damper,
Gen. 2 Only

SSC Solenoid
Damper,
Gen. 2 Only
Solenoid Valve Body Descriptions

I.D. No. Description

201 Direct (3-5-R) Clutch Latch Valve
202 Intermediate (2-6) Clutch Latch Valve
Low Reverse/Overdrive (4-5-6) Clutch
203
Latch Valve

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