5R55S Transmission - Repair - part - 2

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[@brettnelson9388]

Very good work and info, instruction and exceptionally well explained. By a master that is extremely knowledgable. Thanks Hiram

[@michaelfry9412]

Thank you for this ! 5 years later and it's still helping people. You awesome bro.

[@anthonyforgey3518]

Hiram, you are a genius. I've watched a number of your video (including the whole 700r4 teardown and reassembly as well as the valve body upgrades with the transgo kit). Unbelievable knowledge. keep it up!

[@robertwilbur7106]

Happy mother’s birthday

[@cesardetoledo7812]

Exelente

[@timdickens2871]

I'm going to rebuild my 5R55S in my mercury mountaineer all wheel drive because ur video is very detailed my I seen my dad rebuild a hundred transmissions Chevy & Ford but I was too young to understand but I been in the shop as a child I can do anything & everything but never rebuilt a transmission I always thought my dad would be here forever I guess but he's been gone for 13 years now thanks man ur videos are great

[@mikazoid100]

thanks so much for this detailed tutorial, you're awesome bro.

[@jimhoran5445]

I wish you could show a completely new rebuild of a 5r55s!

[@bigstick9340]

another excellent video my friend !!! I'm a retired Trans tech and your videos are second to none. thanks again !!

[@eli-mu1fx]

Thank you for this very informative walk-through. I now believe I can fix my 5R55S transmission myself instead of sending it back to the "Machanic" who just recently told me I would need a new transmission. Keep up the great work!!!

[@gertis7420]

Hi Hiram, All i want to say is thank you very much. Thanks to your videos on this transmission, i was able to fix my ford explorer. Mya transmission was giving me a code for solenoid b, i replaced solenoid pack, no change. So i followed your video and replaced the overdrive components. The band was bare metal and scored the drum and planetary gear was all messed up. now is running great. You saved me at least $1800, Thanks again.

[@leahdawson1509]

Hello Hiram, thanks for being a good teacher. Is there an alternative to the dial indicators to measure the clutch clearance? Thanks

[@jorgemontoya3193]

Perron el video Hiram , tengo una pregunta arme mi tranny en 03 aviator y la manejo y una d con una raya atravesada apárese puede ser que el aceite se caliente? Gracias

[@AutomaticTransmission]

Hay que escanear para ver si es código de transmisión. Puede ser otra cosa.

[@johnmckamy6398]

I didn't see you put any check balls before you put the valve body , I'm not familiar with this trans ,so I don't know if it takes any check balls . I could have missed it because I keep getting interrupted . love the video Hiram.

[@johnmckamy6398]

thank you sir,

[@davemall1]

Have you ever seen a servo snap ring start to come out of the groove? My explorer developed an ATF leak and I notice the snap ring was almost half way out of the groove on the large bore. I need to get a better look, but it looks like the groove is intact. I am not sure if I can just push the cap back in and reseat/replace the snap ring or if it is a sign of a much bigger problem. My servo bores were repaired about 200.000 miles ago. The transmission was working fine until the fluid leaked out.

[@AutomaticTransmission]

Those snap rings are hard to remove. There's a possibility that the snap ring was not seated while installing it. If you have no issues with the transmission you can just push the servo in and seat the snap ring.

[@davemall1]

@@AutomaticTransmission Someone mentioned that it could be the valve in the pump stuck closed causing an over pressure situation. Does that sound possible to you?

[@phouse123]

Hey very informative video !!! One question... I need a good recommendation on a 5r55s transmission rebuild kit including bands and all the seals and bearing ?

[@Samwill8]

Try Amazon... look for "Wellington Parts Corp Ford 5R55W 5R55S Transmission Overhaul Deluxe Rebuild Kit". That's the kit I used. It comes with everything except bearings.

[@jamesroyster9466]

hey I'm working on a 5 R 55 w and the overdrive planetary has burned up twice already what could be causing this issue?

[@kevinjohnson9372]

How much did the amazon rebuild kit cost. And theres a video on drilling some oil flow hole on the over drive thing and i think it provides better lubrication and prevents that from happening

[@White-Label-LBC]

I rebuilt my sons whole transmission, your video gave me the confidence to take it on.. Thanks Hiram.. I will let you know if it runs LOL, I am torqueing the valve body now.

[@HadiBarakat-gx8iu]

6 months Later ! .. Will ? Success or Fail .. i wanna do mine also lool !

[@LiilTyweezy]

Did it run

[@wayneshinkaruk2653]

Hi Hiram, Thanks so much for your videos on the 5r55s trany. I have learned a lot from them. I been a GM technician for over 30 years I have built GM tranys but not a Ford 5r55s. I am currently overhauling one. I have a question for you. I am about to put the trany back together with a SK5r55w Transgo shift kit that you recommend installing. Do you recommend drilling the holes in the support for the overdrive sun gear and in the pump orifice with this kit?? If so what is the size of the hole that is drilled in the sun gear support and the orifice in the pump. The Transgo shift kit that I got doesn't have the drill bits and this upgrade is not mentioned in the kit . Thanks for your time, It is Greatly Appreciated!

[@indrasuresh1837]

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[@Almeshtages3]

im very happy to see this Great video from man I think he is professional I enjoyed when I see Hiram in repairs

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

*@**42:25** Is that servo cocked in it's housing? It really doesn't "look" right- or **_is_** that correct?*

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

***** Thank you, Hiram.

[@radarbuzylvarmand1528]

I want to say thank you very much. I had just fix my 5r55s for mustang. I made it done watching you step by step. Thank you 🙏

[@nathanvereb]

Hiram thanks for all the great videos regarding this transmission! I am almost done with my rebuild, how can I make sure my oil pump is aligned properly without the transgo alignment tool? I bought the superior kit and am kicking myself now realizing it doesn't come with an alignment tool. Let me know if there is another way without the expensive ford alignment kit, thanks!

[@growingyourhealth4503]

Use the torque converter to line up pump.

[@cesardetoledo7812]

Fantastica explicação

[@tedthornton7791]

Cool well done informative video sir. Jist bought a used 5r55s tranny to have it professionally installed in our 231000 08 explorer , 4.0. Came out of a 03, 4.6, Aviator with 83000 miles. The convertor will be used from our explorer . Sure wish they had come with a dipstick. Lol. Summit Racing has a deep pan that comes with a dipstick. PA27455KT part #. That bad boy is $292.00. Ouch. Trying to find one at a better price. You have any experience with these kits? Your vidro was insightful. Thanks for posting. Good day sir. Live long and prosper.

[@АлександрМалахов-о8ъ]

Great video! A real professional. Good luck!

[@JoshWellborn]

I’m not sure I’m putting the torque converter in correctly. Can you watch this video and tell me what I’m doing wrong, since you are my transmission mentor? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp_ZmZZ4qNeLb7csi=Y7YFpOBI1I2_ArAY

[@direxdirt8935]

Question for anyone, what controls pressure/flow to the cooler lines?? Rebuilt my trans about 3,500 miles ago with no problems everything was within spec flowing the ATSG manual, installed superior shift kit , new torque converter, and cooler. Took the car on a long car trip and no problems till the last 10 miles when the trans boiled the fluid out and was over heating.

[@kriseltigre77]

19:20 you're a genuis awesome!!!! I subscribe to this Chanel for this minute

[@barrywhite9523]

Hi Hiram, Great Video Series! Saved my wallet with your videos. 'Rebuilt' my 04 Explorer 5R55S tranny after broken center band. 75k miles extremely clean inside when I dropped the pan. Replace the following: Net clutch Discs New Bands, New Servos (o-ring type) New solenoid pack New Seals/gaskets I am still getting slight shudder when starting slow. More so when up to op temp, while turning steering to side. It is not PS pump. Did not check clearance on clutch discs before reassembly, Found that video later. •What is your thought on new clutch discs being the correct spec out of box? I did NOT: replace pump parts. replace Torque converter replace pressure disc on the back of one drum, Do not have compression foot operated tool you have. What are your thought on why is still causing problem. I'm ok to open it up again but I'd like to do it ONE more time, not multiple times. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with the backyard mechanics out here. Bernie Valentin

[@edexisisea4877]

Sr. hiram tengo un problema con una transmisión 5r55s de explorer 2002 x momentos no aplica ni hacia adelante ni hacia atrás y la segunda marcha desliza

[@steveallen5496]

You do what the customer wants you to do. Happy NY Hiram. Your vids always fascinating and informative. Thanks I wish I was closer to you, I need 97 accord rebuilt.

[@hayatkhan7281]

please guys help me with my Ford 2002 explorer It's a gas blow back airsoft handgunhaving problem in reverse some time goog some time no reverse and some banging sound when changing from N to D.please please

[@dsalinas731]

How much would you charged to rebuild a 2006 mustang gt automatic transmission? A shop told me it would be a little over 5k for it and didn’t want to explain why.

[@jrm163]

Hi Hiram, I can tell you are a true experienced professional! seems you are based on Houston. Where exactly can I get your service? Thanks!

[@dojocho1894]

Anyone have any suggestions? I have this tranny on a 2003 Jag S type 4.2 The tranny runs great except when It goes from the low gear up to the next it does occasionally make a clunk sound when that happens it throws a gearbox fault the car then goes into limp mode and you can only drive it 20mph. You then shut the car off wait a minute restart and it clears it then you drive it normal....Jag mechanic online say there is a sensor that throws the gear box fault to protect the motor. It only happens in that low gear sequence. Some say its not the tranny at all thats its a misfire from a coil. Anyone got any ideas? thanks

[@FORDBOYSJ]

Hello, nice to greet you, can you please activate the automatic translation in your video? I need to know what you say and I don't know how to speak English, a thousand apologies. Thanks.

[@RaphO27]

Mr. Hiram I have some trouble installing my center support. It doesn’t want to seat deep enough to install the snap ring. I’ve engaged the 5 gears like you showed but no luck

[@browner010]

You have no idea how much you have helped me! I do have 1 question, I see you use a couple different color trans lubes, I have seen yellow, red, blue and green, what's the difference between them?

[@hjhj2906]

Hello, I have a Mustang 2006 gt automatic, a big slam at 90 mils and nothing else my lever passes all the report may the car advance can you tell me what its can be please. do not pay attention to my rotten english i'm french

[@alexfc2603]

Sería genial que las explicaciones las diera en español, para que la información llegara a más personas de la comunidad latina. Gracias

[@rbarr1200]

Hiram I love your videos. You make transmissions understandable and very very very interesting.

[@larrybroad8746]

ow-sum video i learned a lot i dont know shit about how to repair 5r55s trans thanks to your video i did the repair my trans myself and it works great thanks again. Larry B clearlake ca

[@paulinocustodiocustodio]

good afternoou my box doesnt multiply until 5 to 2 of a 5r55s stretch ford ranger l removed the crankease and found bronze filings

[@clarity421]

Very informative video! You're a great teacher!

[@mangull4217]

i wish we have this in my place, repair works, i love my ford explorer sport trac, i want to maintain it in a very good condition, its with me for almost 18 years,,, now,, i have some issues in the Transmission ,,,

[@WS1_AUTOS_N_STUFF]

🤘🤩👍 awesome! Enjoyed watching! Funny how there’s specialty tools for things I would never think suggested for 😆 You’re video gave me confidence to do this

[@AutomaticTransmission]

Cool, thanks, specially the beer belly to install the servo snap ring.

[@malmazan2124]

The trans on a 2003 Lincoln ls is an 5r55s dose it fit on my 06 mustang gt which is also a 5r55s? Both v8's

[@bcdouglas1]

Hiram great video, i have watched a number of your videos. i enjoy watching them. your voice and some of the things you say remind me of my day in tech school the instructure had basicly the same teaching ways that your have of showing who you rebuild or repair transmissions. i thank you for your informative and easy to understand videos keep up the great work.

[@farrahdyer3268]

Can’t get the snap ring that holds the output shaft in on the output shaft. I have the shaft pressed against the wall and all parts pushed back as far as I can get them; what should I try ? Also tried different snap rings

[@harrycash8713]

How much do you charge to rebuild a transmission without counting parts,?

[@iamchillfreak3443]

Input shaft question. Does long spline go into the pump? Facing engine. Then short spline to the trans?

[@LameGuyStuff]

Can you tell me where to find the plastic thrust washer that goes between the pump and the overdrive section?

[@ANDRESTORO-p2u]

Como se llama esa grasa que usas en caja automática Ford Explorer

[@johntvrdy4473]

Hiram, thanks for sharing your vast knowledge. Great vids,

[@marksalter6569]

Best videp of the year..👍

[@alexfal8206]

Excellent job super informative best trans vid

[@Inkd_watkins]

This is a life saver. Got thrown into the fire with this one !! Thanks Hiram !!

[@sudanusnet]

if I want to testing the transmission on benching machine is it possible? if yes which the best benching testing machine ?

[@ronhat-nx6yq]

This is crazy! How can this human remember all this?

[@s197stang8]

Hey Hiram do you know the size of the output shaft nut for a 5r55s transmission?

[@davidgill4935]

What are the torque specs on that transmission the vale body in the pump

[@felipedejesusflores5953]

Mi tranmicion tira aceite por la manguera donde respira que podra ser ?

[@fitsumberhanu7009]

thank you it was very helpful video .I've finished rebuilding my transmission , however after installing it on the car noticed didn't put the pump washer . Do you think I can leave I like that or do I've to pull the tranny again ? thank you for your help again

[@AutomaticTransmission]

Needs to be installed. Not sure what will happen but I don't think its a good idea to leave it out.

[@ميكانيكميكانيك-د9و]

you very very veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy goooooood man i'm sory i'm no understand englesh very good

[@jendress7842]

Finally a video I can relate to and understand. I just needed assurance with the pump install and I was so involved with the way he was rebuilding it, I watched the rest of the video and then watched it 2 more times. Much appreciated. Hope I get my Exploder rolling once again ! Thanks for the help and useful videos !

[@godsentediale4508]

What are the causes of reavice problem no exploer gearbox

[@ithoughtitoldyou1956]

Absolutely Amazing !! Imagine where the world would be today without guys like this.

[@CristinaCais]

Hi Hiram, I would like to know how many kilos must to be tightened the screws on the oil pump. Thank you in advance

[@alaxandersupertramp6955]

any of the hard parts on a 5r55e the same on a 5r55s/w

[@colonialroofingofnorthcaro441]

What kind of assembly lube are you using

[@jaysonpalomo7449]

sir,i have 1995 model isuzu 4JG2 automatic transmission.the problem is,when you drive to 15 to 30 min.when its heat.all shift no engage.then i rebuild.after i rebuild the reverse NOT engage.or NO REVERSE.pls help me sir.what is the common problem if no reverse?

[@schmopiebrown4558]

Great videos. I am working on a 2004 ford explorer XLT. I am looking to replace everything from the center mount (I believe it's called) to the pump.... the input and output shafts are good but sun shield, bands, servo etc. Need replacement. Can you possibly post a link or two on where I can purchase these? Hopefully a couple of kits will get the job done for less than it would cost to replace transmission with new or remanufactured. Thank you.

[@DougHanchard]

Like common sense thinking during the band installation tips and servo's. Special tools do have their place, but anytime it's possible to not use them is superb thinking. Knowing what you know now about this 'case', if the same torque converter is being used, isn't it just going to send contaminated fluid right back into this unit - or is there a way to flush converters?

[@ithoughtitoldyou1956]

This guy Hiriem has a video of a GMC 4L80E Rebuild and I Set up a long table and put my computer in the garage and followed him set by set using a rebuild kit and the transmission is my truck and works perfectly. and has being going for the last 6 yrs now about 70, 000 miles without any problems. This guy is awesome !!! Now I Own a 2008 Mountaineer Premier and I am watching him again.

[@BigJsgarage]

Hi Hiram,First thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us. I enjoy watching a true craftsmen at work and you sir are a craftsmen. I have a 1996 Dodge Dakota 5.2 liter V8 2 door extended cab 2 wheel drive SLT trim package and a tow package. Can you tell me what transmission is in my truck? If the VIN number will help let me know I do not want to put it on here.The stickers under the hood are unreadable and the sticker in the door jam has no info on it.

[@omarkuika]

megusta como va explicando paso a paso

[@johntvrdy4473]

Hiram, I have a 2012 Dodge Cummins diesel with automatic. I have 28000 mi. How often should I change the transfluid and what kind do you recommend.

[@cesara.cebada435]

How many quarts of transmission oil take ?

[@alleonhard261]

Very nice. I wish I knew 1/2 of what you know.

[@TheLualgaro]

Awesome video! Didn´t know much about transmissions and ALL the parts that are involved. Two Tumbs up!

[@onsyte-1249]

I've installed 2 transmissions 2nd one slipped in reverse. So I'm taking the reverse band out for the other transmission and with your video I'll be done with this Explorer. Thank you.. Sincerely

[@dxta7360]

Nice job you're doing sir! Pls what's the brand name of the digital torque wrench you're using? Can you provide a link on it? Thanks

[@lordj8055]

I need help I just rebuild a 5r55s I did everything from your videos... But when I put it in drive it goes in reverse.. It does this in all the gears except for park.. Can you help me please.. I dont know which way to go.. I'm bummed out right now totally stressed.. Please n thank you..

[@thomasnordt2785]

Hiram, first off great videos. Watched all your 5r55w videos and was able to rebuild my 02 explorer. I have a question maybe you can help with. since the rebuild my intermediate servo cover keeps blowing off. do you have any suggestions? What might cause that

[@reble_uwu3405]

hi, i recently tore my transmission apart, like this one 5r55s, from a 2005 mustang gt. i found some of the clutches were warped like they were pushed in with force. the warp tapered from the outside in. what would cause this? does anyone know something similar to this failure?

[@ozzstars_cars]

Glad we got Part 2 to watch , thanks Hiram. Whats the difference between what you did here and a rebuild? You replaced a lot of stuff

[@purplexenno]

+Ozzstar the stuff he replaced was used. If it was a rebuild he would have used a "rebuild kit" (seals, o-rings, etc...) and then replaced all three bands with new and then replace any hard parts with new. This was just a "get it working" job.

[@billyholmes4769]

Question to everyone working on my 55S I adjusted the bands , made sure the output shaft turned with two hands but , as soon as I tighten down The pump bolts The output shaft fails to turn what did I do wrong🤷🏽‍♂️

[@oldschooldiesel2434]

I there a huge difference between the 5R55S and 5R55W transmissions? Can the same techniques be applied when re-assembling a 5R55W transmission? Thank you for all your hard work, wonderful advise, and Excellent Videos!

[@wysetech2000]

Awesome video, Hiram. Did you get a new Cam? The video was so clear and bright i could almost read the white lettering on the bottom of the W-D40 cans on your bench. The sound was very good and much better than before too. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and have a great new year.

[@micahgerdis1008]

Anyone know how similar this is to a 4r44e?

[@mywest8872]

Thanks Hiram for taking the time to show us your tips for this transmission!

[@AutomaticTransmission]

My pleasure!

[@stevesolt4036]

Really need to do the brass bushings.

[@srbman6941]

hi, Great Video, Thx, can you tell me if it is possible just to put in the Valve Body kit only if nothing is broken? My issue is No reverse and slips out of drive to neutral when leaving a dead stop , 1st and 2nd work and all works on the Hwy. Don

[@liamrobertson7265]

courtesy of the human brain.

[@danielporter892]

Hiram helped me dissasemble a 4R44E last nigh.Would never even thought of taking apart an automatic. I feel pretty confident about rebuilding it.Was all night in my sleep! Thanks Hiram!

[@jdtv...9134]

No sealant on pump bolts?!

[@02DDP]

Will the internal parts from a 5r55s case from a 4.0 engine interchange with a 5r55s off a 4.6 v8 case? I want to take a 5r55s from a 02 ford explorer and swap the internals in a 4.6 case for a 05 mustang gt.

[@randallknott6801]

Thumbs up! Very nice even for those of us that cant do that stuff. lol. But at least I got the idea on them fords and them bands. I have a 97 Ranger 2.3 automatic does not want to shift into gear unless fully warm. I have to give a little gas to engage after going to 1rst from reverse. Not looking forward to the inevitable.

[@Benbenford]

It was very very perfect video The information was accurate and clear and I learned from it!. It was really a great job 👍👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌

[@themechanic2500]

seams like to me these Ford transmissions suck what's the best way to keep them going strong or Is the impossible lol? my 02 explorer has 268k surly it's been fixed right?

[@1970brwr]

Hiram I have a question I just recently rebuild 5r55w Trans 2002 ford explore because o/d serve bore worn out replace both sleeve install master rebuild kit and superior kit on Trans now I have no forward gears but reverse works fine pressure test Trans pressure are within specs both test port have any ideas

[@davidfreiman7418]

This is oh so familiar to me. I used to have a 2002 Explorer. Of course the 5r55w that it had quit working. My brother-in-law is a diesel mechanic and helped a lot with the wrenching. Between the two of us we got it fixed. Hiram mentioned the case wearing in the tear down. That was the problem with mine. It causes the servos to quit pushing on the band with any real force. The case can be repaired with a special tool, which includes sleeving the servo bore with a brass bushing. Much better than original.