ZF S5-42 Transmission ID Tag - Ford F4TA-7003-BA Data Plate & Oil Specs

This is a photograph of the metal data/specification plate riveted to a ZF 5-speed manual transmission jointly branded ZF and Ford. The plate identifies the unit as a ZF model S 5-42 transmission. Key data stamped on the tag includes the ZF parts list number 1307 050 096, a transmission serial number reading approximately 847514? (last digit unclear), and the Ford service part number F4TA-7003-BA. The total gear ratio spread is stamped as 5.72-0.76 (first gear through overdrive). The build date field reads 0894, indicating manufacture in August 1994. The speedo gear field is blank. The plate specifies an oil capacity of 3.2 liters and calls out Ford oil grade specification ESP-M2C 166-H for the transmission lubricant. The tag states the unit was made in the USA. A reader can use this plate to positively identify a ZF S5-42 transmission, verify its Ford part number for parts lookup or replacement, determine its correct fluid type and fill capacity, and date the unit's production.