OEM 2021-2023 Ford F150 5.0L 4×4 Auto Transmission Assembly ML3P-7000-TB

ML3P-7000-TB is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part identifier for the 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission specifically configured for the 2021–2023 Ford F-150 equipped with the 5.0L V8 engine and 4×4 (4WD) drivetrain.

Technical Specifications

This transmission is a variant of the Ford/GM co-developed 10-speed platform, tailored for the high-torque output of the Coyote V8.

• Model: 10R80 (10-Speed SelectShift)

• Engine Match: 5.0L V8 (Coyote)

• Drivetrain: 4×4 / 4WD

• Part Numbers: * Identification (Engineering) No: ML3P-7000-TB

  • Service (Ordering) No: ML3Z-7000-AB

• Fluid Type: Mercon ULV (Ultra-Low Viscosity)

• Fluid Capacity: Approximately 12.3–12.7 Quarts

Key Compatibility Features

When sourcing or replacing this unit, keep the following “must-haves” in mind:

• Non-Hybrid Only: This specific assembly is designed for the standard internal combustion 5.0L. It is not compatible with the PowerBoost Hybrid models, which use the 10R80 MHT (Modular Hybrid Transmission).

• Shifter Type: This unit supports the modern SelectShift functionality and is typically associated with “Shift-by-Wire” systems found in the 14th Gen F-150s.

• Internal Components: It includes a 260mm torque converter with a turbine damper and an integrated electric pump to support Ford’s Auto Start-Stop technology.

Common Issues & Maintenance

While the 10R80 is known for its wide ratio span (7.4:1) that improves towing and fuel economy, the 2021–2023 models have been subject to specific technical service bulletins (TSBs).

• TSB 24-2254: Some units built before August 15, 2022, may experience harsh or delayed shifts due to a known issue with the CDF drum sleeve moving and blocking oil ports.

• Adaptive Learning: If you install a replacement unit (even a brand-new one), the Transmission Control Module (TCM) must be reset, and the new “Solenoid Strategy Code” must be programmed using Ford IDS or a high-level scan tool like FJDS/FORScan.