5R55E Teardown

[@sandraledger2612]

If you were to need a valve body replacement for a 5R55E transmission where would you purchase it? Have a 5R55E with 2nd to 3rd flair and high RPMs on highway. 60MPH engine RPM is 2800 in 5th. P0733 P0734 and P0735 Codes. O/D Light flash after a few miles driven. Tranny has 170,000 mi on it.

[@chriscox52282]

Ebay

[@stephensiniard5532]

I am rebuilding a 5r55e. After replacing the forward clutch disc and steels, it won't apply with air testing by using the center support to test.

[@GaryFerraro]

Is the transmission together?

[@stephensiniard5532]

@@GaryFerraro it was. I rebuilt it, installed, test drove and I had no 2nd gear and the RPMs rose when shifting to 3rd. I readjusted both bands with no avail. I removed and found nothing except there OD band had a small black mark. It is tie apart now at work. I followed the ATSG book.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@stephensiniard5532 Ok, so problem no 2nd? did you have 5th? Front band should be 2nd and 5th

[@stephensiniard5532]

@@GaryFerraro I did. Now I'm putting it back together and making sure all clutch pack clearances are good. The ATSG book says to use the center support to air test forward clutch pack but the forward clutch won't engage when I apply 20psi to the left hole on center support. In other words, the piston is not applying. All springs are good.

[@stephensiniard5532]

I got it to work. I had to put the air pressure same as the line pressure would be. The book is wrong

[@theta1237]

Thanks for the no nonsense disasembly of the 5R55e. My 1997 Ford Ranger 4.0 transmission wants to 'buck' when I put it in reverse but all forward gears are fine. I'm thinking that something mechanical in the reverse mechanical area way in the back of the transmission housing is the problem. Not looking forward to taking the Trans apart but your Video will help immensely. I am wondering if the transmission body and other parts should be chemically cleaned before reassembly.....[?] Thanks Gary for the Video

[@GaryFerraro]

Ok so would you call it a slip? Does it chatter in reverse? Engine is running okay

[@theta1237]

Hi Gary. Thanks for the reply ! Engine is A-OK. With foot on the brake and transmission in Reverse it will engage hard then disengage; then engage again and then disengage. This repeats until removed from Reverse. When my foot is not on the brake then the vehicle will back up but the whole time it is in and out of gear engagement. I pulled Codes 1744; 0756; 1762 from the Computer. I cleaned the wire harness connectors and realigned the gear shifting module with 'neutral'. Trans Fluid level A-ok. I can back up the vehicle for now but only in reverse does it shift in and out of gear harshly.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@theta1237 ok, in reverse the reverse band is on and the direct clutch(which is also on in 4th) if all forward gears are good, then i would say there is a problem with a reverse band

[@theta1237]

10-4. That's what I was thinking. To bad they did not make the transmission so that rear portion could be removed for access to the reverse band. From what I gather Reverse is on the bottom of the stack of goodies. :) Thanks Gary

[@GaryFerraro]

@@theta1237 you are correct my friend, trans has to come out and all apart

[@scottjune3554]

Gary I am working on a 545rfe transmission out of a 2004 dodge ram I removed the pump and am having a problem getting the rebuilt pump back into place as it has I believe chrome molly ring seals I Don't see a way to compress the seals to slide the pump in place any help would be great

[@13ajqjjj]

Saludos desde Venezuela amigo tengo un caso con una 5r55e que cuando va hacer el cambio de 2da a 3ra hace un pequeño vacío de 1 segundo y luego toma el cambio ya se revisaron discos tambores y banda y siempre hace lo mismo ha ver si tiene alguna idea se lo agradecería

[@GaryFerraro]

2nd to 3rd is band to band shift, maybe try adjusting the that rides around the direct drum (not the front band, that is 2nd and 5th, the one behind that band is 3rd

[@stephensiniard5532]

I've installed 5r55e in ranger. When I put it od position the od light flashes and keeps flashing until I restart the engine. I Jane a scanner hooked up and noticed the od drum sensor does not read.

[@GaryFerraro]

That would be the input speed sensor, no reading in park with the engine running?

[@stephensiniard5532]

@@GaryFerraro it doesn't read st any speed

[@GaryFerraro]

@@stephensiniard5532 either the sensor is no good or there may be a broken wire some where. Get the sensor out see if there is any ohm reading (not sure what it should be but see if it reads on the ohm meter)

[@stephensiniard5532]

@@GaryFerraro the od sensor is the front one on the outside, correct? The inside is the turbine speed sensor?

[@stephensiniard5532]

Could that be the whole problem with od?

[@lordvader3283]

I have this transmission, what is a shift kit? Mine is have a shift flare from 1-2, & 2-3, so plan to open it up.

[@GaryFerraro]

A shift kit is a kit that goes into the valve body to help correct common problems that the transmission has. The company Transgo has great shift kits, I only use there products for shift kits, May have a problem with the bands or side servos, the front band is 2nd and 5th and the band right behind that is 3rd gear

[@timmorris4483]

Have a 97 Mazda 4.0 has this transmission however my has a sensor right b hind the bellhousing what is it had it rebuild done ok for 2weeks now it will not downshift when u stop took out and the rebuilder says nothing is wrong tried another ECM nothing bought a new valve body did not help now that front sensor is about a inch from the front drum is that right or what isy problem I am into this at about $1400 now any suggestions

[@GaryFerraro]

Did anyone scan it for codes? should not be that far away but if you look at data on a scan tool you can see if it works or not

[@stephensiniard5532]

It still skips 2nd gear and when it gets to od, the radio is .75 but the gear command is blank.

[@REPOOCNITSUJ]

Awesome videos and explanations. Thanks for pointing out common trouble spots in these units. Keep up the good work!

[@GaryFerraro]

Thank you

[@rickyhenriques1007]

My 1998 explorer XLT has an Overdrive lught flash, after running couple of miles. I tried to diagnose it but no trouble codes. What would be the problem? Thx

[@GaryFerraro]

If the light is flashing there has to be a code, try a different scan tool

[@rickyhenriques1007]

Ok. I'll try. Thank you, anyway.

[@GaryFerraro]

@@rickyhenriques1007 If you get it scanned, let me know what code you have

[@rickyhenriques1007]

I've done it again and it shows 2 codes: 1) P1000 - System Readiness Test Not Complete. 2) P1729 - 4x4 Low Switch Error. Are those can trigger the OD light to come flash? And another thing is, when it starts flashing, it's hard to shift to OD, sometimes it doesn't. Even if it does, i need to rev higher.

[@ingeniousmechanic]

I know this is an older vid, but my 98 4.0 ranger 4x4 5r55e I believe, just started blowing fluid out between the rear of trans and front of transfer case, put a gallon of fluid in and limped it home, put in park and pawl didn't seem to engage. Shifter rod is good and tight as I've had that problem before. Haven't pulled the x-fer case yet, but would this maybe be a seal i can replace with trans in vehicle, and could that leak affect the parking pawl? Thanks in advance.

[@GaryFerraro]

There is a gasket inbetween trans and T-case, Will not affect park, check linkage cable may have fallen off

[@ingeniousmechanic]

@@GaryFerraro got it. Thanks!

[@timmygibson3905]

I have a 5r55e transmission in a 2001 ford explorer sport trac. When I took it out I noticed the top 2 bolts and the middle bolts on the bail housing was finger tight. I also recall there being a code for a sensor. The truck also wouldn't go into any gears. Any ideas?

[@GaryFerraro]

bolts should be tight, you took it apart and see nothing? did you check the pump?

[@dystoryer2222]

I appreciate you taking the time to make this video Gary, I'm currently working on a 5R55E out of a 2wd 2001 Ford Ranger for my mom. I smoked the first transmission doing Donuts in the ranger so its only fair I fix it for her. I used your video to properly take apart the 5R55E so I can inspect the inner workings of the LKQ junkyard trans we got to swap in while I rebuild the one in the ranger currently. I thank you heavily for this video, people make it seem like a nightmare to take one of these apart. your video makes it straight forward and a lot easier than it would be without it. Are there any common issues with these transmissions? I was debating buying all new sensors and servos but I wasn't sure if it was a needed thing. the transmission I have has 108k miles on it and worked when it was pulled by LKQ they advertised.

[@erickpadillagarcia6604]

Good videos Garry. can you tell me where to start on mine ? This are the codes I have P0796 pressure control solenoid “C” stuck off And P1700 transmission fail to engage NEUTRAL ..... It was working fine ‘till this ...... any ideas ??

[@GaryFerraro]

These are mechanical codes, this usually means internal problem. When you drive the car what do you feel? slipping or long shifting? If so what gear?

[@erickpadillagarcia6604]

Actually it was driving just fine, I stared the car and tried to shift and it wouldn’t go in reverse or D .... just revs up it does feel like it wants to engage but it just doesn’t .... little bit before that the OD light stared flashing really fast .....

[@GaryFerraro]

@@erickpadillagarcia6604 Certainly seems like internal issue, could be converter, possible pump problem. Next step is to drop the pan see whats in the pan

[@oddh4322]

my 1998 ford ranger 4.0 5r55e trans reverse stopped working,and i noticed that when its i 1 or 2 it feels like the brake is on when you give it gas,shift it into drive and it goes normal,i know it has to be rebuilt cuz of the reverse issue but wondering if i need a torque converter as well.nice vid,ive never worked on a transmission so any ideas would help,thanks

[@AlejandroMorales-mg1pk]

Gracias por tu tiempo...

[@tyler2604]

You should make a detailed video on how to assemble a 5r55e

[@GaryFerraro]

I will keep that in mind, thanks for watching, please subscribe

[@tyler2604]

I'm a subscriber already. I'm in the process of putting my 5r55e back together using atsg manual,just got my clutch compressor tool today.

[@GaryFerraro]

ok, thank you, what did you find wrong with the trans? Any codes?

[@tyler2604]

Had a bind up, the clutches got stuck on the forward clutch drum, completely fried all the clutches & drum itself so I got one off ebay. Also found the coast clutch piston seals were starting to fall apart. I have 181xxx on my 01 Explorer Sport

[@tyler2604]

Other than that everything else was fine . I did a valve body rebuild before when i first got it, had a blown gasket. Replaced that and everything was good for a little while then I lost reverse , not to long after it started to flare , 1st, 2nd ,flare going into 3rd, it would shift into 4th & 5th. Eventually I lost reverse, 4th& 5th gear. I Also found scores on my reverse serve from where it was rubbing inside of the case. I have a spare case and I replaced the reverse servo. The reverse one way clutch was also bad. so hopefully everything works out.

[@rmontero9]

Desde Venezuela, hola, muy bueno su trabajo, felicitaciones, tengo una 5r55e y presenta los siguientes problemas, luego de ir sobre 80 km/h y hace el ultimo cambio, en pocos segundos lo suelta y comienza a prender la luz o/d, el excaner dio un codigo p0741 que es el convertidor de torque lo cambie y sigue el problema, cambie el TCC y sigue igual?? que puede ser.. hello, very good work, congratulations, I have a 5r55e and presents the following problems, after going over 80 km / h and makes the last change, in a few seconds he releases it and starts to turn on the light o / d, the excaner gave a code p0741 which is the torque converter changes it and follows the problem, changes the TCC and remains the same? What can be

[@GaryFerraro]

Make sure the pump and stator bushings are ok, the ring on the stator shaft is ok, and they have had problems with the TCC solenoid too. You installed rebuilt converter?

[@rmontero9]

@@GaryFerraro Thanks for answering. This problem already has time in my transmission, my transmission has been repaired in two opportunities and the problem persists, a scan was made and gave the code P0741. The VSS and EPC converter sensor was replaced, and the fault continues. What are the possible places where pressure leakage can occur? Sorry for the translation Gracias por responder. Este problema ya tiene tiempo en mi transmicion, mi transmision ha sido reparada en dosoportunidades y el problema persiste, se le realizo un escaneo y dio el codigo P0741. Se reemplazo el sensor de convertidor VSS y EPC, y la falla continúa. Cuales son los posibles lugares donde puede presentar fuga de presión ?

[@GaryFerraro]

would not be VSS or EPC, Could be converter, valvebody, TCC solenoid, pump or stator bushing. Are there any engine codes?

[@rmontero9]

@@GaryFerrarothank you. Te estare informando

[@ezpz7143]

I found this video to be very helpful during the rebuilding of the transmission on my son's truck. could you please tell me how to adjust the bands on the 5r55E transmission. I have a torque spec for the band but did not know if I torque to the 35-40 and mark the nut and back it off two turns or what to do exactly. your help would be greatly appreciated

[@GaryFerraro]

David, I go all the way in then back out 1 1/2 to 1 3/4, if you go to far, you may get a flared shift, but then you can always readjust

[@ezpz7143]

Thank you very much !!!!! I subbed last night, looking forward to watching more of your videos

[@GaryFerraro]

thank you, any questions, im here to help

[@ezpz7143]

After overhauling this unit I'm having a problem with reverse still.. I replaced OD drum, forward scrag, all clutches and bands, including reverse. soft seals, both new servos and new updated valve body with modifications. also replaced front pump and converter. I have soft reverse engagement and will only move in reverse on the rack. All forward gears work perfectly, no codes, or any other problems. using Mac Mentor I'm able to look a data stream. shift solenoids all change no faults on any of the solenoids. line pressure all seems good except reverse which looks a little on the high side. it will increase to 200 at idle cold and runs about 150 when it warms up. Gary I'm not sure what to do, I pretty much replaced everything so I would not have a problem, not really wanting to take this back out until I have an idea of what it could be. I really would appreciate your thoughts and advise on this..............my only ideas are cracked direct drum, center support sealing problem ? possible valve body reverse modulator valve issue ? please help, my son is starting to doubt my abilities and I've been a tech for over 35 years. I'm really at my wits end on this one, any ideas would be greatly appreciated !!!!!!

[@GaryFerraro]

ok in reverse, you have the direct drum(4th) and the reverse band. Did you tighten the center support bolt, are you sure 4th gear is good? Reverse is the original problem? what did you find?

[@TheFarminguy]

I hate to be one of these people. But. I have a 5R55e. From the front of the transmission counting back. The second and third clutch pack I cannot get to separate. They seems to be stuck together. Any help? I have them on a bench. And I put a small amount of pressure on them in a press with no prevail. You can turn the two independently. But very very little. Is there a snap ring that I cannot see that I am missing?

[@GaryFerraro]

That is the forward and direct clutch pack, try using 2 screw drivers to get a little space and try to get the snap ring out

[@douglasgoldstein8990]

Quick question regarding this trans...I am about to drop it tomorrow to replace the reverse band. (99 ranger v6 4.0 4x4 5r55e) Everything worked fine before, so if I open it up and replace reverse band, do I really need to bother with changing anything else?Are there any special tools I need other than a snap ring tool? I'm pretty good at taking stuff apart and being able to rebuild it, but this has me a little nervous. Thank you for any input, much appreciated!

[@GaryFerraro]

I would say no, not sure of the mileage but you will see what the other parts look like. What you may want to do as a precaution is install a new pump o-ring, check the o-rings for the side servos. You will need a torx 30 socket for the center support bolt that goes through the case.

[@douglasgoldstein8990]

@@GaryFerraro Sorry, mileage is 215k, but I bought it knowing the reverse band was probably broken, which I confirmed by removing the reverse servo and saw the tab broken off. Don't know the vehicle history, but so far everything removed is Ford genuine and looks to be all original (after cleaning dirt and grease off). I will order the pump part you suggested. I will try to set everything out in exact order and orientation I remove it, but just incase something gets kicked around, do all the parts go back in one way only, or do they mostly spin around in place?

[@jacobbleeker797]

Hi I have a 99 ranger with a 5r55e and it shudders on hills if you're doing over 60 it is also stuck in od suggestions?

[@GaryFerraro]

any codes present for the transmission

[@jacobbleeker797]

No

[@nosoyono1081]

Will that transmission work in a 2001 explore sport trac?

[@lordvader3283]

Explorer Sport Trac has the 5R55E transmission, like my explorer Sport.

[@Gwawl43]

Hey Gary great video. Bought a 99 explorer with the 5r55e trans. Reverse and drive doesnt work. Well barely moves at high revs and in 4 low. Put in 1 or 2 and it drives forward ok enough to move around. Thought it was valve body related replaced what I thought was a very obvious blown valve body gasket. Still has same problem so I decided im just going to rebuild it. It has been a long time since I've done one so I'm looking for a bit of advice. Looking for rebuild kits there's a lot of options. Is there one you'd recommend? Since I'm tearing it right down I figure I might as well do it right. Do you recommend replacing all the solenoids as well as the epc and tcc? Not a ton of experience doing transmissions but am not afraid to take a lot of time and do it properly. I should add the transmission has 330000 km on it assuming it hasn't had any work done previous to this issue so most likely bands are worn out I'd assume?

[@nofortunatesonII]

Bad overdrive sprag possibly?

[@marasoukup100]

Hey, Gary ... I'm from Europe, the Czech Republic, sorry for my translation. I drive a 1998 Explorer, too great car ... but I'm going to fix the gearbox, I ask for advice? How do I set the gear shifting? Mate repaired transmission and shift mechanism was bad, maybe the speed of 10 miles had him ranked 3.převodový degree or even a fourth, and he was rocking ... Gary thank you very much for your answer, Marek

[@GaryFerraro]

Hello, Do you mean how do you set shift timing? is it shifting to early or to late? Greetings from New York

[@marasoukup100]

Yes, moving prematurely ... he could go to second gear, but there needs to be given the 3rd or 4th gear ... Gary, thank you so much !!!! I did not expect my answer, and yet so soon ... :) and I have one gearbox, which does not reverse, can not drive, gets going with only one gear ... that I would like to also correct, then I would recommend wrote again to the potential problem, if you would not mind my question ... thanks Gary and health in New York, Marek Soukup

[@GaryFerraro]

Ok, so you have first and second gear and no 3rd or 4th? Have you done anything yet to the transmission?

[@marasoukup100]

Yes, only the position of the gear lever to 1 gear wagon rides ... to position the car begins to move, R, D position, the car begins to move, position 2, the car starts badly but lies ...

[@marasoukup100]

I did not do anything, I want to start to repair ..

[@leewaulk]

I have one of these in my ranger. As of last night when I put the truck in reverse it leaks ATF from the passenger side above the pan and cat. Any ideas? Also I found a piece of what almost looked like a piston ring in that area.

[@GaryFerraro]

On the right side there are 2 servo pistons for the bands, one of those is probably leaking

[@leewaulk]

@@GaryFerraro one of the spring clips broke allowing the servo case to leak. Thanks for the info!

[@GaryFerraro]

@@leewaulk Sure, i have seen that a few times in the past

[@rmontero9]

Hi, I'm here again. I repaired the 5r55e transmission, but it is presenting the following problem. When the transmission heats up, it pulls oil through the vent and loses strength. thanks Gary .. Hola, estoy aqui otra vez. Reparé la transmisión 5r55e, pero presenta el siguiente problema. Cuando la transmisión se calienta, tira aceite a través de la ventilación y pierde fuerza. gracias Gary ..

[@GaryFerraro]

What year is the car?

[@rmontero9]

@@GaryFerraro Ford explorer 1997 4x4 V6 4.0 soch

[@GaryFerraro]

@@rmontero9 Trans maybe overfull. Look at the dipstick see where the fluid level is when hot

[@rmontero9]

@@GaryFerraro hola Gary. Me gustaría compartir una información que encontré en internet. Si me pasas tu email para enviartela..

[@GaryFerraro]

@@rmontero9 Translation

[@terrencel1340]

Had bought a rebuilt 5r55 transmission and my neutral safety switch doesn't line up. My question is are shift shafts different on s/n/w&e models

[@GaryFerraro]

yes they are. what is the year,make and model of your car

[@terrencel1340]

@@GaryFerraro 2006 explorer 2wheel drive 4.0l the grooves for neutral safety switch on original transmission is at 11 and 5 o clock position and rebuilt is at 12 and 6 o clock so switch is throwing ecm off

[@GaryFerraro]

@@terrencel1340 Ok, so the Transmission should be a 5R55S, is that what you have? Did you buy a used transmission?

[@terrencel1340]

@@GaryFerraro rebuilt unit from a company

[@GaryFerraro]

@@terrencel1340 What is happening, linkage is off, when in drive does it read drive?

[@nfb615]

question for ya. I have a 2000 ranger 4wd. I don't have reverse or truck won't move in d. will move in 1or2 and eventually will shift in 3 4and 5. Is it the od sprag or valve body gaskets or both. And could someone that's never been I a auto trans do this easily?

[@GaryFerraro]

Sounds like the trouble may be in the back of the unit, almost sounds like you have an issue with the low sprag, and the reverse band wraps around the low sprag drum, nothing is common to foward and reverse on this trans.

[@nfb615]

Gary Ferraro probably not something that can be checked untill the trans is apart?

[@GaryFerraro]

nick beaman correct. The only thing you can do if you want is drop the pan to see how it looks

[@jeremylamourea1369]

having this same problem too, dropped pan, didnt find any obvious problems in valve body gaskets. I've heard sprag troubles else too... What's anyone else found?

[@mubinpanchi2893]

what is the cause of P0730 P0731 P1700 in 5R55 Transmission Ford Explorer 2009

[@mubinpanchi2893]

I found also metallic particles pan around the magnet.

[@GaryFerraro]

mubin panchi p0731 is gear ratio error in first. How is the car on the pullaway

[@mubinpanchi2893]

Car move forward reverse after some time not moving also not shifting properly then temperature showing overheat

[@GaryFerraro]

Sounds like the filter is clogging up. Was anything done to the car?

[@joepdarrow]

What hsppens of if the bolts are mixed on installation please.

[@GaryFerraro]

Well, some are long, some are short, possible damage to something if the wrong size bolts gets installed and ran in with the air gun

[@joepdarrow]

Gary, that's the question, what damage?

[@mattstone4671]

What is thr free floating thing on top of the rear housing where the driveshaft inserts into the transmission?

[@GaryFerraro]

can you give me a time on the video where that is shown?

[@AnotherWisenedOne]

That's a vent. It lets excess air pressure out of the trans when it gets hot.

[@gerardomorales9737]

O/D issues, what could cause the O/D sensor light to come on/off during normal driving conditions on the highway. Do this mean the transmission needs some type of adjustment?

[@GaryFerraro]

That usually means that there is a code present, the computer sees a problem. Have it scanned and let me know what the code is.

[@SsgtMcNasty1]

And now for the real reply....the thing he is pounding on for some fuckin reason at 05:33 is the O/D servo, which comes out very easily with a pair of snap ring pliers......from the outside. It is likely that the hole it goes into has been worn and needs to be sleeved. There is also a much easier fix for it, but it requires you to buy a new kit that has been recently developed. On the bright side, it does NOT require the tranny to be removed. Works wonders and for $200, it's well worth it. Here's the link, but you have to replace the (dot) with a period. fordservoboretransmissionfixsolution(dot)com

[@GaryFerraro]

On the 5R55E the servo has a very light spring, most of the time i have to push it out from the inside.

[@alaxandersupertramp6955]

thanks for video. we are looking for the alignment tool 327-5039 which is $800 and 7 months to get from dealership is there any where else I can buy this tool?

[@GaryFerraro]

You mean the alignment tool for the pump?

[@alaxandersupertramp6955]

@@GaryFerraro yes sir, or can we do it with the torque converter and the shaft?

[@GaryFerraro]

@@alaxandersupertramp6955 I really never did it that way, i can get you price on the one that i use.

[@lennoxkatana7950]

What are the standard transmission of the modern 🚗

[@GaryFerraro]

In cars now are the 8,9 and 10 speed transmissions

[@justinmurphy2227]

Sir I've watched some of your videos and I need your help badly. I had back surgery in April and I have not been able to work and my funds are very low. My main vehicle is a 2003 Ford Ranger 3.0 with automatic transmission. I have lost reverse and cannot start out in drive but I have first and second. I was able to have the codes pulled and these are what the computer has stored.... PO733 PO734 PO735 I've done a little research and I know it's possible that it could be solenoid and I sure hope it is. It has 173,000 miles on it and I want to keep this truck as I've already had it for 12 years. I just need some good honest advice on what I possibly need to do. If it is the solenoids I can replace them as I replaced the short block in it 18 months ago 5000 mile Ford Taurus engine. I did all the work myself and have went 22000 miles with no problems. I know you are busy but if you can give me just a few tips or opinions I would definitely appreciate it. Thank you so much in advance! 600

[@psicopatalucifer]

How you check the converter .? thanks for all the videos you make .!

[@GaryFerraro]

You really can't its a seal unit, you can diagnose converter noises though. This trans was full of metal and i did not come from the trans so it had to be converter

[@GaryFerraro]

Ok, couple of things to try, see if you have engine breaking in manual low(i believe the band comes on). Also as a test, maybe unplug the solenoid connector see what happens. Also, did this valvebody you bought come with gaskets? possible the gasket moved during rebuild.

[@patrickfunk6742]

Hey Gary I have a 1998 Ford Explorer Sport single overhead cam V6, it's got the 5r55e in it. And my question is 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd a lot of times it doesn't want to go into the next gear unless I let off the gas, and if I don't let off the gas it wants to jerk into the next gear. What would that problem be by any chance? Just subscribed very great information thanks again

[@GaryFerraro]

does it do this all the time?

[@patrickfunk6742]

Yes semi often unless I baby it

[@patrickfunk6742]

It actually is more prominent than not. But if I let off the gas it usually goes into next gear better.i know it's hard to tell without breaking it down. But what do you think? And how much average it would cost to rebuild it. Thx again! Keep it rockin 🎸

[@GaryFerraro]

@@patrickfunk6742 2nd is a band and 3rd is a band, may have a broken band or problem with the servos, when driving pull down to manual 2nd after the shift see if the car will pull or just race and try with manual 3rd too

[@patrickfunk6742]

@@GaryFerraro it's an automatic, I can't shift to 3rd. Only 1st and 2nd I can. But what do you think and I know it's hard to estimate price without looking at it. But do you have a ballpark number? Or do you think it would be better to buy a new upgraded one and have a transmission shop put it in? Thx again bud🎸🎸🎸

[@Gobijoe]

Awesome video! Quick question. If I was to convert my 5R55E from 2wd to 4wd what all would I need to replace?

[@GaryFerraro]

That would be kinda ruff, you need a front differential, front drive shaft, transfer case. you have 2wd now?

[@Gobijoe]

Actually I got a 2wd 5R55E transmission. My ford ranger has a 5R55E 4wd transmission but it's bad. What all would I need to convert my 2wd transmission to a 4wd transmission

[@GaryFerraro]

Are you saying you have 4wd and want 2wd? in your last post

[@timothywindhorst3452]

Did you deliberately take that backwards? He wants to convert his good 2wd trans to a 4wd to replace his bad 4wd trans.

[@jaspernemesio3816]

@@Gobijoe on a manual transmission you have to literally take it all apart to replace the shorter output shaft with a longer one which is needed so it reaches all the way into you 4x4 transfer case. But I don't know if it's the same on automatic transmission. And the reason cause I know this is cause I did it once already.

[@mauriciovidal5248]

Hi Gary a question..... How can I distinguish the model of the gearbox of my Explorer 97, 4.0 automatic. Because I need the complete replacement kit for that gearbox. I do not know if it's a 4R55E or 5R55E I waiting for you valuable information. Thank you Mauricio from Chile Southern cone

[@GaryFerraro]

Do you have this transmission out of the car and apart yet?

[@mauriciovidal5248]

Hey Gary, thanks for your answer... No, I haven't pick up, first of all I need to know which one is the model of my automatic gear box to request all the spare parts so then I will pick up, repare, install and then run the truck ... that was my question. For this 97 explorer, generally are just one model? (4R55E or 5R55E), and my last question, how you find this model without disarming? Waiting for you response. Regards

[@GaryFerraro]

Both transmissions could be that year, let me try this, if you could post your vin number or e-mail it to me [e-mail] i can run it through a program and see if it comes up with transmissiom type, may work or may not work. Gary

[@Tony01013]

Love your vids! Just a suggestion, could you make the shots tighter, it's hard to see what your doing in detail sometimes.

[@GaryFerraro]

Tony01013 sure thing thanks for watching

[@rmontero9]

Hi, thanks for such good information. I have a problem with my 5r55e transmission. When the gear lever is placed in position D, the engine stops. What could be the problem in this case? thank you

[@GaryFerraro]

Converter is not releasing, has anything been done to the car before this problem. What have you done so far? fluid level ok?

[@sawtun3294]

Hi sir,I had a problem 2005 ford explorer. The car engine was running good, put in drive, it stop but not all the time, sometime only.We rebuild the transmission,change the torque converter,change the valve body. Now no code, same problem. the car was we test in highway about half hour ,it was good and then we stop at store. we start engine, running good and put in drive the car a little bit shaken engine stop.after almost one hour we drive it `s good. What do you think the problem, sir?

[@GaryFerraro]

What code did it have. Just to confirm, after it stalls out, it starts back up in neutral or park? This is a 4.0 with the 5R55S?

[@sawtun3294]

4.oL no code park and neutral engine run good

[@GaryFerraro]

Ok, did you do anything with the solenoid pack?

[@GaryFerraro]

Could you give me the vin number so i can I.D Transmission type

[@sawtun3294]

We changed new one

[@greenmountain8455]

Is this transmission on the rangers as well? Mine is 2009 4.0

[@GaryFerraro]

Yes, the 5R55E

[@floridalottery3134]

I have one that keeps trashing the planet gear?

[@floridalottery3134]

Tech says it's due to my radiator being a gallon low? thanks

[@floridalottery3134]

no fluid swap

[@GaryFerraro]

What gears are getting trashed overdrive? does it look like a lube problem?

[@jackmehoff1565]

first ford of the year thanks Gary

[@GaryFerraro]

Thanks for watching

[@michaeljackson3480]

Hey just quick question. I'm trying to reassemble my 5r55e but having issues remembering what bearing goes where. Can you post a list of bearings and where they are placed in better detail?

[@GaryFerraro]

If you like, my e-mail is [e-mail] send me a picture and i will see if i can help.

[@bronzechicken4437]

I had a 5R55E with the shift kit I got out the JY in a car for $400, that was my favorite part of the whole car, it shifted so SMOOTH

[@GaryFerraro]

I do shift kits in everyone, makes them work real nice, Transgo kits are good

[@justtinkering6054]

Thank you for an informative video.

[@mubinpanchi2893]

Teardown trans and desassembled found pump valve stuck inside torque converter metal prices forward and itermidiate clutch burn. ....DTCS P0730 P0731 P1700 l

[@mubinpanchi2893]

what parts I replace

[@GaryFerraro]

Ok, the valve inside the pump is the flow control valve, if that valve sticks car wont move. the clutch packs are foward(1st) Direct(4TH) and in the front are the overrun, also on this trans, the bores of the case where the pistons ride for the bands wear out, how many miles on the car?

[@mubinpanchi2893]

Gary Ferraro 250193 kms

[@mubinpanchi2893]

OD intermediate bands ok

[@jrn6471]

Hi Gary. Please consider to purchase a new camera with upgraded resolution. Your videos getting "dull" in quality due to lack of proper equipment.

[@GaryFerraro]

I actually think the problem is my computer, when i go to upload it at a high resolution, it comes back to tell me, "there not enough room" try at a lower resolution. I've tried a few things but nothing seems to work, any ideas would be great. Thanks Gary

[@chancegeorge5583]

Your computer hard drive must be full. If you get an external hard drive like this one : a.co/b46YFsC You can move older files, pics, videos to this drive to clear up some space on your computer.

[@GaryFerraro]

Thanks George, im going to get that one

[@patrickfunk6742]

Who cares what the quality is? Seriously here? This is about helping others not about "quality"? Odd dude? I saw the video absolutely fine? That statement is odd and makes no sense

[@aetaslupa5903]

Ah, now that I know where that input speed sensor is I'm going to go crawl in a hole. My ranger is kicking out codes for the input speed sensor and won't go into gear. I think it's time for it to move on to greener pastures. RIP

[@GaryFerraro]

So the car will not move forward or reverse?

[@maxdullanty5833]

Hey man i dropped mine and did it today its not that bad once the trans is out i dropped it with ratchet straps and some floor jacks the trouble is getting it back in i recommend buying a trans jack that allows for tilt adjustments such as left right front back tilting

[@vahagnmelikyan2906]

Dude is butchering the transmission 😂