Pronto PTK1278 Transmission Filter Kit

Transmission Filter Kit for Ford, Mazda, and Mercury

Pronto PTK1278 is a transmission filter kit built for service work on a range of Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It is a direct-fit option for applications such as the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Mazda 626, Mercury Cougar, Ford Contour, Ford Probe, and Mazda MX-6.

Key Features

• Transmission filter kit for automatic transmission service
• 14 bolt holes for the specified filter mounting pattern
• NBR gasket material for transmission pan sealing
• Fits a broad range of 1993-2008 Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications
• Part number PTK1278 for easy catalog matching

Detailed Product Overview

Pronto PTK1278 is a transmission filter kit intended for routine transmission maintenance on vehicles including the 2001-2007 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner. It also covers older applications such as the 1993-2002 Mazda 626, 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, 1995-2000 Ford Contour, 1994-1997 Ford Probe, and 1993-1997 Mazda MX-6. The 14-hole design and NBR gasket material support a proper service replacement for the listed transmission applications.

This part cross-references Wix 58995 and Premium Guard PT1278 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Restricted transmission fluid flow caused by a clogged filter
• Poor shifting related to contaminated transmission fluid
• Service leaks at the transmission pan gasket interface
• Routine transmission maintenance on Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute applications
• Filter replacement needs on Mercury Mariner, Mazda 626, and related models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify transmission fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Match the 14-bolt filter pattern and confirm gasket alignment during service. Clean the pan and sealing surfaces thoroughly before reassembly, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s transmission service procedure for fluid level checks after installation.

Quality Assurance

Pronto PTK1278 is built as a service replacement part for the listed applications and is cataloged for direct fitment across multiple Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models. The NBR gasket material and specified bolt-hole configuration support consistent installation on the vehicles shown above.