2017-2019 Ford Escape Transmission Removal and Installation. Auto Start Equipped.

I made the ultimate escape video and I thought it included up to 2019. When I ran into this 2017 I had to make a video. It really is not that much harder now that I know what to expect. I hope this video helps you and I hope you don't have to cuss as much as I did. Editing this video helped me to take a step back and look at myself. I hope you enjoy this video and I hope it is helpful. Remember it could always be worse.

[@mikebeasley3666]

Guys! Pro-Tip!!! Leave starter in place! Drain the motor oil, then remove the oil pan! The torque converter nuts are wide open!!! Gasket is only rtv sealant!!! You guys are going to love this!!!! I love your videos Dylan. Thanks, Mike

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Personally I can not tell my boss to get an oil change for a transmission job. Thanks for the tip it might help a back yarder. I pulled three of these all 4 wd after installing a Nissan rouge all in 8 hours. I’ll stick to my way. Thanks for the tip and comment!

[@mikebeasley3666]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 I just leave the oil filter, and drain catch the oil, then reinstall same oil. Rtv is cheap. I don't make a discussion of it.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

@@mikebeasley3666 I get it for sure! Those are a bit difficult the first few times through the starter hole. Thanks again for the input!!

[@supermanclarkkentsr4667]

​@@doingstuffwithdylan4367lol... 🤡..on.deck. your the guy I watch to learn what not to do ..clean a bucket like the guy said clean around oil plug put same oil back in you 😡 because he tried to show you an easy way...lol

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

@@supermanclarkkentsr4667 take things out in an hour. You do it however you want buddy just trying to help people that wanna do it quicker

[@galagatron5319]

Hey Dylan. Been watching your videos for a long time and after many days of working this in my backyard, last night I finally got it out. Made me mad you can do this in a hour in one of your videos. Lol. But thanks, everything was flawless. I did need to take the oil pan off. I couldn't get through the starter hole to take out those converter nuts and I was dropping a lot of F bombs! Anyway, thanks for your video. Now , I begin to rebuild it in my family room. 😢

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I appreciate all your comments. Sorry I didn’t answer your last reply. Don’t use my videos for the rebuild. Just search 6F 35 rebuild and find a video that looks like it has good information. Maybe I’ll link one in your other comment. Thanks for the comments again and good luck when you’re splitting the case I always use a prybar right by where the pan is there’s a Pry point

[@galagatron5319]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 Thanks for your reply. Yes, the pry bar point. Got it. You don't need to send a link, I got another you tube guy for the rebuild. Not that you can't but in your rebuild video, I think you said you kinda new at it. What was cool was that you went for it and you seem fearless. Kinda like what I'm doing. I been watching videos on this crummy 6f35 teardowns, spent about 1300 in parts. New torque converter, valve body, master kit, this and that. I just now rolled it in my family room and surprisingly at my age of 52 picked it up and laid it on the table. Anyways, wasn't for people like you, i wouldn't know what to do. So thanks for being super cool . You really helped me out man.

[@tigresunnyboy]

Great video. It save me money and was a pain to do. The biggest issue I ran into were removing the torque converter nuts. I removed the starter and it made it simplier for me. Dylan you are either double jointed or a contortionist to get to those. I used a Quickjack in my gagare. Wheel cradles were to difficult to get it to the height I needed for the transmission removal and installation. Thanks to my future brother-in-law for the help as well.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I can’t imagine doing on floor you sir are the man! I’m glad it was helpful thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@kellyskinner101]

I must say, you have just showed me that I will not be doing this on my 2017. It is worth every penny I will pay to have this done and I commend you for what you do. This will save my 60-year-old back and a lot of cursing to boot. Great job.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Yesterday I removed three 4wd escapes and installed a Nissan rouge transmission! Thanks for the comment hope you get quality service!

[@eddiereichel9354]

You better change your transmission fluid otherwise you will be doing it.

[@hunterthompson6659]

@@eddiereichel9354 if I change my transmission fluid will it keep me from having to?

[@eddiereichel9354]

@@hunterthompson6659 it for sure I'll break if you don't. People say not to change trans fluid but I never understood the logic. Just say don't change oil too.

[@hunterthompson6659]

@@eddiereichel9354 okay I guess my question is, is this the only problem with the 6f35? Or is there a design flaw that makes them go out anyways.

[@gearhead366]

Thank you for showing me that this is a job I don't want to do. The transmission on my daughter's Escape has gone out, and I was considering doing this. I have the lift, but I don't have most of the tools to support & lift the engine & transmission from below.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

All I use from below was one high horse, and then the transmission jack

[@guscruz5076]

Thank You for taking the time to educate us on this ✌️

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

No problem thanks for the comment

[@SurginersYT]

Finally someone made a video on it

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Yep I have another!

[@janelljones4029]

I need this done! ASAP References please in Chicago

[@SurginersYT]

@@janelljones4029 I would invest in spending around 5 grand to buy a whole brand new trans, my father had to do it, and the new trans came with a 3 year warrenty, so right before the three years is up, destroy your trans and get it rebuilt again

[@gotspee]

Great video, thank you

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Your welcome thanks for the comment!

[@santiagoflue]

Excelente 👌 vídeo.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Thanks!!

[@santiagoflue]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 amigo, mi ford scape 2017 esta presentando un problema... en una pequeña pendiente con dificultad arranca y también cuanto me detengo en D vibra un poco

[@kyzercube]

I've done 2 of them. These Ford Escape transmissions are the most horrific FWD transmissions I've ever had to replace, primarily due to the insane coolant system setup. ISTG I'm certain whoever engineered this was smoking crack and dropping blotters when they designed this hot mess.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Yeah, I’ve kind of gotten used to them now and parts of them can certainly be a nightmare!

[@kyzercube]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 I do a LOT of Nissan CVT swaps in my shop. A little secret I figured out about the coolant block lines on those. AA batteries plug them PERFECTLY. I could never find locking hose pliers that actually stop them from leaking so I always have 4 dead AAs in my specialty tool drawer just for them so I'm not showering in coolant when dealing with them 🤣

[@galagatron5319]

Hi Dylan. I removed the top part of the transmission a couple months ago. I got all the parts for the rebuild i need and have watched you rebuild video too. I have a 2wd turbo 2017. Before i begin the underneath part, should i follow this video or is there a video that is closer to my 2wd turbo? Thanks Dylan.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

They are pretty similar. I gave another video that showed all different variations!!

[@galagatron5319]

Dylan, my car is on 4, 12 ton Jack's. The thing is up in the air at 26 inch clearence. The car is on my property near a sidewalk but not on it. Only one man doing this job, me. The police want me to lower the car and put my tires on at the end of the night or when I'm done for the day because they said school kids could get underneath. Im concerned about the engine jack support. Will lowering the car on one side a little and the other side and then the engine support in that order going to break something? I can not lower the car and the engine support at the same time. Any advice? If you highly suggest this should not be done then tell me bro, ill just take the heat from the cops. Thanks

[@sabinfigaro5772]

I agree with @kellyskinner101 this was for sure a tough one. Although I also struggled with getting the trans to fit back together after the rebuild. Gotta make sure everything seats BEFORE you put you rtv on the case… worth it to pay someone because without a lift this job is one of those bad words you included

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Yep, they are a bear. I cannot imagine without the rack.

[@galagatron5319]

My transmission symptoms on a 2017 escape 2wd eco boost. The car jerked hard a couple of times and hesitation to no forward motion all in the span of 5 minutes. I immediately parked it. Ihear a whinning sound when in neutral and when i give it gas whinning also revs up. I towed it 6 hours later. I then was surprised to find that it moved fine in the cold when i repostioned my car in the driveway. Been in my driveway since november. Can't even afford a reman. So i am rebuilding it. I bought a master kit with pistons that's in the mail. I bought a tech trans book. I by the grace of God have your videos. I been doing so much research. Can you tell me if i also have to replace these items as well please? Filter, bushing kit, sonax rebuild kit ( which i can't seem to find to buy) or a valve body, 3-5-R cushion plate, and pumps. This is what was suggested at a Minimum to buy.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

So when we go through these the things we make sure to change or do are as follows. Stator rings (make sure to resize and try tot to clip) check for broken lug in case for the giant snap ring. Rebuild the drum, all Pistons in the drum and new O-rings. New case piston. Drill shinie valve in valve body half. (Prob the kit you need) new clutches and replace burnt steels. We normally don’t mess with the center support pistons because they are normally OK.

[@newfie-dean5803]

It’s crazy that cars this new need new transmissions. I have had some very high mileage Fords in the past with no transmission problems. It seems these days everything is made as complete junk and for premium prices.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Yeah, sad world we live in

[@galagatron5319]

Dylan, I've started taking my trans out. I'm at the part of the cooler bolts. The thing is loose but only the nuts came off. On your video the studs came out with it. Do I have to take the studs out too?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Just the nuts should do. The cooler should wiggle off the studs as you remove the transmission.

[@galagatron5319]

Hi Dylan. Im watching this escape and the other you did carefully as im about to do this on my own in my driveway. I really need your help. What height jack stands do you recommend? I noticed you used a air hammer on a couple of things to get loose. I have no compressor or air hammer. Is there a alternative? I am getting a transmission jack from harbor freight. Will i need a second jack for keeping stuff in the air? Thanks for your videos.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

It’s quite a job for a backyard just saying. Or keeping the car up you need pretty heavy duty jackstands and you want them to go up pretty high so you have room to work underneath the car and you will need something to support the engine from below once you remove the top mount

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

And I’ve had the ball joints, not fight me as much, but I gotta have something to help start jarring them loose if they’re stuck

[@galagatron5319]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 Thanks!

[@cm1133]

@9:31, is there a way to install an in line transmission fluid filter in the transmission fluid line you have in your hand at this point of the video? Is that transmission line you have in your hand the incoming or outgoing line?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I watch the video I didn’t see your transmission line in my hand at that point. I always flush the lines no way to install after market in-line filter that I know sorry. Thanks for the question

[@rome8087]

Here goes another pro tip: If those two exhaust bracket studs don't come off using the "two-nut" method that was shown in this video due to the studs being really rusted, here goes a second method...... 1) Use Wd-40, PB Blaster, or whatever rust penetrant that works for you. 2) Use a propane torch, not the heavy duty Acetylene/Oxygen tank unless you're an expert on using that. Torch the backside of the studs. They will be sticking out a bit. Be careful not to keep the torch on for too long. Perhaps 10 to 15 seconds at a time. 4) Spray your rust penetrant once again on the studs, including the backside of the studs. 5) Get your best vice grip, tighten on the threads of the studs, and start turning counterclockwise. Be sure the vice grip is on VERY TIGHT! 6) Repeat the process until the studs start to turn clockwise. Once you're able to get the studs to turn, rotate between turning counterclockwise and clockwise while spraying your rust penetrant. You'll see rust dripping. YES, you'll have to get either new original studs from the dealer or match those studs up for bolts at your local parts supply store.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Nice tip. Well written! Thanks for the comment!

[@JaredJoiner]

Dylan I’m doing a transmission swap on 2017 ford escape, my question is do I need to replace the cooler lines or am I good just using the old cooler and lines?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I always just flush the lines. And cooler.

[@galagatron5319]

Dylan, today I finally get to take my transmission out and begin to rebuild. I watched your videos many times. I have 2wd turbo. Is this video a 2wd?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I have a video for the turbos too. Older

[@joshuakenyon8338]

I had a question this transmission the 6f35 shares platforms across manufactures it seems. I was wondering if the GM version ( 6t40/6t45) would work in my escape.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I really don’t think so. I’m sure the bell housing is the difference. I mean they’re similar. They use some of the same parts for the Cases are completely different. As and programming and wiring harnesses plugs really quite different.

[@trisha9884]

Sir, thank you so so so much but i am stuck. The 2017 Espace i have is a turbo 1.5L and i am going crazy trying to find the starter. Is this the same set up as in this video? Thank you again!!

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Starter is in front of motor. Half way down behind brackets for auto start pump.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

It should be the same

[@clevelandsfinestentertainment]

I have a 2017 eacape ford is telling me to change my fluid at 100k miles do you recommend changing it earlier it has 80k miles on it now

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I would change it every 30 k so now would be better than later There is a chance changing it could cause problems tho. I would drain and refill before I would flush

[@galagatron5319]

Having a hard time finding a place that has good reviews. Most seem to deliver a transnission that goes out in a few hundred miles, or they are slow or won't honor a warranty claim or customer service wont answer a call. I digged deep in several companies on google. I found a trans at 22,000 miles at a junkyard. It is a 2019 1.5 l 2wd like mine. I have a 2017. Is the year difference going to be a problem? Do you think going the route of this transmission at the junkyard vs on-line is a good choice in your opinion? Thanks Dylan

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Some of the newer ones have a start stop pump on them. I hate to say it’s gonna work when I’m not for sure I would have to look at it and compare everything to really know it might work if you look it up on car car-parts.com. It should tell you the inner change. Or you can try to find an ATRA shop. They carry in Nationwide warantee.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

If it’s the same motor, it should work, but I hate to say for sure

[@AgentJay28]

Dylan, at 16:35 I’m laying under my girls 2017 right now and my view and your view are different. There’s not a large silver hole in sight even with the hoses moved. Also, the black hoses you moved, did you take off the clamps and disconnect anything or did you only move them out of your way? Your video is showing a lot more room and clearance than mine has.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

These are a bitch if you’re doing it in the driveway I am sorry for you. I’m really not sure it’s kind of hard to tell you how to get to what you want over the Internet.

[@Braveraider537]

@agentjay28 are you sure you’ve removed the entire starter or did you split it in half. I ended up having to remove the entire starter to allow myself room to get to the torque converter nuts. I have a 17 escape as well

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

@@Braveraider537 I sometimes push it out of the way sometimes I’ll remove it completely, but I never split in half

[@Braveraider537]

I guess the only reason I split it in half is because I was replacing the starter as well

[@galagatron5319]

Hi Dylan. I need a trans for 2017 Ford escape se turbo remanufactured with updated parts that Ford issued. Can you please guide me to the best source that does it right? Thank you again.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

We rebuild them. Maybe find a transmission place ne’er you and call about carry-in prices.

[@sabinfigaro5772]

If you were to take the trans apart and rebuild it, how much atf would you put in the newly completely empty trans? I’ve been getting conflicting information

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

9 but I always put 9.5 better a little extra than not enough. It will vent what it does not need. There is a checker plug you remove by driver axle while running in park. 11mm normally. That’s with a new converter and flushing and blowing out lines. Thanks for the question.

[@JaredJoiner]

So I just did the transmission replacement, I reset the KAM and adapted values. But now my auto start stop is being weird. So when coming out of the auto start stop, it does a hard shift. ( not terrible but it is noticeable) would have any ideas on why this is?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Nope sorry. I would disable or unplug auto start see if that cures it.

[@galagatron5319]

I now know the exact model 6f35 transmission i need. T165055. There is a junkyard that has a 6f35 at 22,000 miles but i don't know if it is the model I need. Would the T165055 be labeled on the transmission by chance?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I’m not sure exactly but it’ll probably work. Most of those are the same. Some have a start stop motor and it depends on the bell housing really

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Make sure you get one for the same motor

[@itsmeforsure5475]

Do you have to fill the torque converter with fluid before assembly?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

We don’t. Maybe you should. We have never had issues.

[@jonwardecker8096]

i am attempting this on my 2016 escape. any tips on how to align torque converter, is there a specific way it has to align with fly wheel? thats the only part that has me bothered rest of it i am not worried about

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I’d imagine you have the starter that sticks on to the bell as opposed to on the outside. This part is probably the hardest part. I just make sure the converter is fully seated in pump. Kind of line up before raising transmission and feel with your left hand while using pry bar against frame to pry bells together. Making sure the dowels are close should help. If you can’t feel stud coming through fly wheel slightly separate and try to better align with a forked pry tool. I’ve gotten pretty good over the years. When you get the studs close pry bar with a little wiggle wiggle. Good luck thanks for asking!

[@jonwardecker8096]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 thank you sir your videos have helped me tremendously

[@cm1133]

@23:32, what do you mean by “top of starter cut out”. Did you physically modify the starter or what? I’m confused.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I remove the starter and remove the nuts for the torque converter from the hole where the starter was.

[@cm1133]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 THANKS

[@cm1133]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 I have a 2017 Ford Escape 1.5L turbo with 80,000 miles. I’m not having any transmission issues YET. However, I do want to replace the 6F35 “lifetime” filter. While I have everything disassembled, I want to replace the two heat exchangers and cooler by-pass valve.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

@@cm1133 not a bad idea I do a lot of these transmissions!

[@justforme115]

Will any of what is done can possibly mess up the brakes

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Only thing I can think of is pulling the axles from hub. Good luck.

[@user-fd5sw1wb1x]

I have a 2019 ford escape i own. Quick question.... in you video at 24:38. on the transmission under the black cover and toward the driver side there is like a cylinder shape it looks like that piece might be removable mine broke on that what i would call a lower flange now i can see a O-ring and im leaking transmission fluid if this part is replaceable does anyone know what it is called. it also looked like a electrical plug goes to that piece.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

It’s the accumulator for start stop helps maintain prime

[@user-fd5sw1wb1x]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 appreciate it i went to the the dealer and parts guy had no clue was able to find a tech that was able to help out soo happy it is a replaceable part

[@user-fd5sw1wb1x]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 great video by the way good picture quality its easy to tell what your working on

[@kirkedwards2988]

What configuration of ratchet and sockets or wrench did you use to get the torque converter nuts loose?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I use a normal ratchet probably 8 inches with a black long 15 mm straight socket. They are quite tight from the factory. Good luck thanks for the comment/question!

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

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[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

This may help! Better video. No auto start is the only difference.

[@kirkedwards2988]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 thank you. I'm really having a hell of a time with the torque converter nuts.

[@dman7164]

Little heat on the bolts. Ford loves locktight.

[@ssammy74]

Hey this is a late comment I hope it gets attention, my ford escape just had a tranny swap it has the auto start feature, it dies at idle but not while driving/over 1000 rpm this is followed with an “Auto Start Failure” message, could this have something to do with the auto start pump or the trans not being installed correctly? Thanks bro!

[@ssammy74]

2017 1.5 L eco boost btw!

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Yeah, some of these trannys don’t have that feature. It is normally an auto start pump on the front side, driver of the transmission with a plug.

[@itsmeforsure5475]

I'm trying to put mine back in but whats the trick for lining up the torque converter bolts with the flywheel. I got so dam close but it wouldn't mate together.

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I hold my left hand up in the torque converter and use a large pry bar to mate when I feel the stud. It’s not easy.

[@cm1133]

@16:44, can you drop the pan to get access to the torque converter bolts?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Nope unfortunately not! Through the starter is the only way! Thanks for the comment!

[@sabinfigaro5772]

The oil pan yes. I am currently doing it on ‘17 titanium trim 1.5 turbo and that’s how I got to the torque converter nuts. Easy access but make sure you have some ultra black on hand to replace pan gasket.

[@johnmccloud1831]

What should a pull, rebuild and install cost? Thx

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

3500 ish

[@kthorncbe]

Can this be done on a 2015 edge as well?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I would just look at the car and see if it looks similar or not I don’t want to say for sure because I’m not.

[@cm1133]

Is this car in this video a 1.5L turbo engine?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I pretty sure the set up is the same set up! Not positive though.

[@cm1133]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 @26:26, you can clearly see the plastic engine cover reads “1.5L Ecoboost.” Where would I be able to find torque specs for all critical fasteners that require a certain spec or require thread locker? Are any of the fasteners one time use only/torque to yield fasteners?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

@@cm1133 the torque converter nuts are the most vital but I don’t torque I make them good and tight! Any specifications would be in a service manual.

[@galagatron5319]

To the newbies doing this in your driveway. Chalk your tires. Got to a housing bolt i been fighting and accidently knocked the shifter into neutral. Had to kick a rock under tire while holding onto car. 🤦

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

I can’t imagine doing this job in the backyard or driveway

[@galagatron5319]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 trust me, if I had the cash I would take it to the shop. I got the top done. Now I start the bottom. Ugh

[@seanpyrtle5603]

I just pulled mine and rebuilt it in my garage. 2014 escape 1.6 ecoboost. Now to reinstall it 😁

[@johnmccloud1831]

Where are you located?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Columbus ohio

[@Arcade-fix]

Doesn't it need to be programmed?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Nope reset adapts and drive!

[@TooPoorForADirtFloor]

What did you do to reset tcm?

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

We use scanner to reset adapts that’s it.

[@TooPoorForADirtFloor]

@@doingstuffwithdylan4367 mind if I ask what scanner you use?

[@kenzieman7912]

These are gravy. Pull subframe in 15 minutes and the trans comes right out. Complete nightmare with subframe installed. Have done hundreds. Pull the wiper cowl and all that stuff you are battling on top comes right out also. Wiper cowl off in 5 minutes. SMH

[@doingstuffwithdylan4367]

Make a video I’d love to see you do all that in under an hour. I don’t fight them at all so why remove all that extra stuff. Just my opinion. Show us how to do it the hard way I’ve only done 48.