EASY WAY Ford F150 10R80 Trans Filter Replacement and Gasket and Fluid - How to check Oil Level also

[@FordBossMe]

Normally when you see guys do the transmission pan drops on the 10R80 you see them remove the cooler and everything will that's not necessary and I'll show you how to do that in this video my way

[@satin227]

what are your thoughts on DIY transmission service via the coolant line method? remove one line from the radiator run the engine drain one quart then add one quart repeat until clear it seems to work well on older vehicles from late 90's to about 2010's that I've seen on youtube.

[@brianbyers2682]

im sure the filter is fine, why not just suck out what you can from the dipstick bolt and add what you pulled out. 5 mins and your done. you can do a drain and fill twice in 10 mins. your way seems alittle overboard

[@kevinwhitener1944]

Dude you are a blessing to the ford community. Wish I had a dealership I could trust

[@ChristianGrest]

I have a 2021 Ford Raptor and 55K miles. I really want to change my fluid & filter. I also have the B&M pan with the drain plug I'd like to install. The issue I;'m concerned about is the spec says to check at 206 degrees.... my transmission never reaches that temp unless I'm towing a heavy load and even then it just kisses that temp. How should I go about checking the fluid if I struggle to reach this temp? My last Raptor a 2019 model, I had the Ford dealer change it and both times they overfilled it. The first time it blew out the seals on the highway, the second time it was jumping at highway speeds while spiting some fluid out the vent. As you can imagine, I'm not willing to trust a local shop and just plan on doing the job myself. New subscriber by the way. Awesome video!

[@frankvetere4423]

I just started watching you Ford boss. But your friend of Ray's and I watch him a lot now I can watch too excellent mechanics I'm sure you're an asset to your dealership. Don't ever let anybody bring your quality down. Dignity customer service most important things there are 🇺🇲🤗👍🙏♥️

[@fntony4967]

I really like your maintenance videos. 18 F-150 2.7L. I did my diffs and T-Case at 27k and my trans at 37k. I even installed an aluminum PPE pan with a drain plug. Thanks Boss.

[@Ukelover376]

Where did u get your aluminum transmission pan with drain?

[@dgronzega8073]

Thanks for this. I've got a 6r80 and this is the first explanation of fluid evel check Engine running with tipstick cap off👍

[@mr_big_pea_pea4013]

The customer wants a mechanic they can keep on their car just like a salesman wants a repeat customer and not let another salesman get their customer. Mechanics need to leave a business card saying ask for me next time if you like my service.

[@kad3e3]

At a Subaru dealership I worked at, there was a lead mechanic that almost everyone asked for when they came in for service, and if they didn’t get him, he looked over the work that was done to make the customer satisfied

[@kkovler1]

yea, if I had someone like you at my dealership I would use them more then just for warranty stuff!

[@colet7645]

Hey Rich thank you so much for going the extra mile as always and sharing the wealth of knowledge. I look forward to doing this myself now and excellent technique with the sway bar. Work smart, not hard 👏

[@larrymeadows8834]

Very good enfo

[@Kazuma.-]

This is a really helpful video. I have a 19 f150 with the 10 speed with 45000 miles. At 50k I was planning on doing all my fluids aside from coolant. Transmission, transfer case, differentials, brake fluid, and oil all at once.

[@mcmuskie2563]

Sure you can but it’s more work than you think. Rear End,Transfer Case,Front End, Tranny & Fluid would take me nearly a day.

[@Kazuma.-]

​@mcmuskie2563 I'm a professional mechanic with toyota and it only took me a couple hours. Ive since done the services again at 90k with a similar amount of time.

[@ovogel2013]

I wish more dealerships were like that like you common courtesy that's what makes a good mechanic I'm the same way in business

[@tundramanq]

I like Fords dipstick idea that makes it easy for the mechanic to set level but still makes it hard for people who just add "Dollar store" transmission fluid rather than getting a leaky seal fixed.

[@TheBeardedScreenwriter]

Great Video. I do believe the 2017 f150 10r80 is easier as there isnt much to take off other than the pan, but after that they have more parts around it that must be removed. Thanks for the video! Always appreciated.

[@brentkhack6404]

Does the two transmission lines need to come off. I have the same vehicle 2wd with max tow

[@thegamehud8214]

10r80 is 2018 and up only. 2017 and below is 6r80

[@akulahawk]

​@@thegamehud821410R80 was used in some '17's along with the 6R80 in that model year.

[@Filthymothertrucker]

My f150 is a 17 with 10r80 no cooler lines to remove

[@Krunch2020]

You have 3 different engines all with the 10 speed trans. The V8 being the difficult one.

[@TommyG11814]

Nice clean Job Rich.

[@JessePerez-zx5eo]

Thank you I really appreciate what you guys do . Wish you guys were here in Miami

[@forrest1948]

Which engine? I understand that access to removing the pan is different depending on which engine. Enjoy your videos. Thanks.

[@baldisaerodynamic9692]

remember when transmissions were simple to do service on and it was easy to manage and refill etc.

[@TexasHarleyBoy65]

Excellent video, you just earned a new subscriber from Texas!

[@timothyryan2847]

Thanks for this video. My service department keeps telling me I don't need to change fluid until 100k. I'll be getting the trans and diff fluids done at 50k.

[@chrisreed869]

and they will tell you you don’t need to drop the pan or change the filter and they will still charge an arm and a leg

[@21Piloteer]

I'm just shy of 34K on my 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. Planning on getting it in for a fluid exchange within the next few months.

[@lchavarin]

Great video, it kinda sucks doing this job on the ground but I'll definitely follow your tips

[@TheNolesfan94]

I’m wanting this don’t on my ‘20 with 34k miles on it. But I have no trust in any shops around here. This video should be a big help

[@mcmuskie2563]

Ya there’s another one by Makuloco that I referenced on Utube. I bought the suction version worked great but you need a compressor to pressure the tank. They have a hand pump version as well. Mine cost $90.00 Canadian dollars from Amazon

[@davidmandziuk8493]

Used a Mityvac fluid exchanger 2.8 gal. on my 2018 F150 5.0 10R80. Got the clear flex tubing, couldn't use the hard opaque that came with it. First checked where the fluid was at ,..at cold, so I have a reference point. Just measured what it sucked out, then replace that amount. Top of first hash mark. 18k miles

[@mcmuskie2563]

You probably noticed it shifting smoother

[@anthonybalmoja1800]

I've got a 10R80 and it's at 95k with original fluid. I plan to do a service soon. It's starting to shift rough. I didn't know it was a 50k service interval. A ford dealer told me it was every 80k to 100k.

[@FordBossMe]

Ford dealer is wrong 50k is key

[@mcmuskie2563]

Ya you’re over for the first time. There’s a break in period where the metal seats itself and somewhat grinds the surfaces. You going to find a lot of grey metal fillings.

[@razorfingers]

Dang brother. I don't know where you are but I'd be willing to travel 200 miles to have you work on my Lincoln Aviator. I once owned a Land Rover and the dealer service was supposed to include a tire rotation but I knew for a fact (due to obvious tread wear) that they didn't do a damn thing. The entire service was $900 and I honestly don't remember what all I had requested but if they couldn't rotate the tires, what else didn't they do? If I had a lift, I would do my own maintenance like when I was a young man. But I'm 57 years old now and it's not the most attractive thing to me at my age. I'd probably drop the car on my head! Anyway I deeply appreciate your work ethic.

[@FordBossMe]

I work in the used car department at Volkswagen Now - so I work on everything

[@razorfingers]

@@FordBossMe Consider opening up your own garage some time in the future? I'm in Commiefornia sadly

[@h2o100c]

@@FordBossMeWhat city are you working in now?

[@TXCherokee]

Love watching your videos. Makes me happy

[@free2chasehappy]

Great video and message! Have a great day Rich!

[@timkis64]

so many tend to ignore their trans service.it is the key to a long life.even on ones that are known to fail early like the A4LD & its later variants.smart move by the customer to service at this milage.

[@michaelwaterman4889]

Other day watched one of your video how get fusion in maintenance mode to change rear brakes on my 20 fusion with 21k , rear rotors were grooved up alot of pad left i just put new rotors and pads on because up here dealers are booked months out or they need help. Hard to get warrenty work up here done.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

Thanks for the Ranger content! I'm driving a '19 Ranger. Ford frustrates me lol. Ranger rear diff & transfer case have magnetic drain plugs and fill holes..... transmission is plastic with no drain plug at all. :(

[@FordBossMe]

Yep everything has to be removed from the fill plug on the transmission no drain plug

[@nickv1787]

A Ford dealership told me they recommend a flush instead of dropping the pan due to the gasket on the pan. They say there is a chance it may not get a good seal and leak. Have you ever heard of anything like this ?

[@FordBossMe]

They don't want to do the work that's why, no that excuse is bs

[@nickv1787]

Appreciate the info, great video

[@mcmuskie2563]

That’s total B/S and shows the Service Dept has no faith in there guys. I’ve been in the trades all my life, I’ve always said- If you want to be a tradesman, be a good one!

[@bobatbilletcreations]

Nice job on the video, Thanks for sharing! You have a new subscriber and thumbs up!

[@claytonjustensen9042]

Another great video Rich. Question regarding how to change out the fluid. My local Ford dealer does not pull the pan and change the filter. They hook it up to a machine and put in a Valvoline cleaner and suck out the old fluid but never change the filter. Then they simply add new fluid. I was surprised they didn’t drop the pan and change the filter. They said it wasn’t necessary. I opted to have a trusted trans guys drop my pan and do it as you did. Any thoughts on this? Thanks

[@TheBeatenPaths]

I'd never go back to that dealer for service. But that's me .

[@FordBossMe]

Beaten path So this is where you're thinking is flawed it is a normal procedure to do it that way there is nothing wrong with doing it that way because that filter lasts a very long time The Next Step would be instead of an hour service now you're moving up to a 2.2 hours service and you increase the cost of the repair substantially when you want the pan dropped and the fluid changed and the filter and Gasket replaced so they are not the same service We would flush it the same way as your do it did unless specified the customer wanted the filter and Gasket changed as well then the price would go up substantially because it's going to take me about an additional 1.2 hours

[@claytonjustensen9042]

Thanks for the reply Rich. Honestly, I was surprised that you would recommend doing the same service that my dealer is doing regarding flushing the transmission. I have always heard that flushing a transmission is never a good idea. Especially, on older vehicles. Maybe this flushing process that you and my dealer are recommending is a different process as compared to what others are doing when flushing a transmission? If so, could you explain the difference between the two and why the dealers process is safe to do? Thanks

[@cheeznhard]

@@claytonjustensen9042 It is different from the old "flush" way of the past, the dealership uses special machines that heat up and "exchanges" the fluid. As Rich mentioned there's absolutely nothing wrong with doing a transmission fluid exchange (provided it's done at the dealership/shop with the right equipment) With all that being said if I had a truck that had over 100,000 miles on it and the transmission fluid has never been changed I personally would opt to do a pan drop partial fluid change with filter. Being so close to the 150 thousand mile filter life I would want to get that taken care of.

[@spartan2010100]

Great video man👍 I have a 2017 with the 10R80 transmisión now all the dips stick are the same? So a can use this video for reference 👍 thanks man 🙏

[@ltsnipe292]

I have a 2022 Ford Transit V6 3.5L and I asked the dealer about when the transmission needs to be serviced. They said at 240,000km… I find this hard to believe because my Yukon with the exact same transmission requires fluid and filter every 75,000km… can you shed some light on this? I know changing the fluid on transit can be a problem due to the sub frame bolts rusting solid to the frame.

[@FordBossMe]

I don't do kilometers service the transmission about every 50 to 60,000 miles Max the sooner the better

[@ltsnipe292]

@@FordBossMe have you had issues with removing the sub frame on the transits?

[@laylda]

hey Rich had my fluid and filter changed in the winter finally made a long trip with the truck this week 100 degrees outside going 80 mph my trans hit 10th gear and didnt have power went back down to 9th and i drove it straight to the gas station had atf fluid all over so had it towed and it now runs fine some people i found on the internet had some of the same issues Most of them are claiming its overfilled? and some claim cdf drum but i never had any bad shift issues in any of the gears but 10th Thank you for any advice

[@jcastjr1130]

What about the transmission fluid that stays in the converter, that’s always been a bug of mine when changing filters an transmission fluid.

[@FordBossMe]

That's why I do a running operating temperature flush After I get the fluids topped off to correct level I continue to run the vehicle and I will put one additional quart in overfilling it Purposely then pull it out let it run for a while put an additional in and pull it out and I keep doing it until I get 85 to 90% of the fluid changed

[@timcockrell3378]

Awesome video you take the time to explain things

[@Thunderroad8517]

Great video! Have you had one come back with a wrong fluid code with the right fluid from ford ? Please advise if you might have the time.

[@FordBossMe]

Not yet!

[@Terminxman]

I’ve serviced my own transmissions in the past but this makes me not want to do this one laying on the ground with jackstands.

[@mcmuskie2563]

Ya I made ramps that lift the truck to a decent hight, out of 2x4, nice to have even for oil change. I put one in front of all wheels and drive up!

[@rshinn8776]

Thought the gasket was reusable? Gonna check my level this weekend. Heard a lot of them are under filled from the factory.

[@FordBossMe]

You're not wrong it is reusable this customer didn't want to reuse though

[@kevinbrown2630]

I don't remember if I seen a video from you rich.. but would love to see a video doing a lead frame on a 6r80 in a transit van 😆

[@FordBossMe]

Have not done one yet

[@kevinbrown2630]

Didn't remember seeing one any ways.

[@joshhoyt9576]

Ford boss - my 2017 F-150 3.5 with a 10-speed is about to turn 150,000 mi. I've never changed the transmission fluid and currently have no issues. Would replacing the filter and a portion of the fluid, what's in the pan, be a bad idea? I know replacing all of it and doing a flush is definitely a bad idea. Thoughts? Thanks for all you do love your channel.

[@FordBossMe]

I think you can't really go wrong it's going to have to be done eventually why not do it now whenever things are running good

[@joshhoyt9576]

@@FordBossMe thanks for the advice and reply.

[@robshead]

Outstanding video...thank you, Rich. Love the channel. As an owner of a 2021 Ranger FX4 with 7K miles, I would appreciate your recommendation on all fluid service intervals. 50K trans service makes complete sense...thanks for that? What are your thoughts on front / rear diff service, transfer case, coolant, etc.? Much appreciated!

[@FordBossMe]

60k for front and rear

[@rototiller78]

To supplement Ford Boss Me's great advice...transfer case fluid should be changed at least every 30k miles

[@scotcook5]

thanks for the video. on my 2019 i had to remove the 3 15mm bolt that attach the rear of the transmission to the cross-member bracket, but now i cant find the correct torque spec for those 3 bolts. do you know that torque spec? thx

[@SnowGirl7890]

Hi, you have any video about 6r80 trans service and reading the short small dipstick? I believe the dipstick only have A and B mark, there is no mark for cold. I did have my truck 15 F150 dropped the pan and changed the filter around 67k about 5 years ago. Should I find a shop to do it again or go to local ford dealer around. Most local ford dealer said they dont drop the pan and change the filter, they use the machine; the service is called transmission fluid exchange about 300usd.

[@RickWalshCleaning]

Hi , Boss ... always love your videos! Question : 2005 F-150 ( 5.4 3 valve ) We all know about the regular Transmission filter, but apparently they also have a Transmission Inlet Filter ?? Never knew that ... and there are zero videos on this ..... none. Good idea for a new video? 👍

[@FordBossMe]

I don't know anything about a transmission inlet filter

[@RickWalshCleaning]

@@FordBossMe Thank you for the reply .. .. ... this is what I found : Motorcraft A/T Filter Kit - FT138 ....

[@BigDaddyD72369]

Great video man! Thanks!

[@douglogan2270]

I have a 2022 F150 5.0 with a full towing package. What’s up with no transmission cooler on this vehicle? Also, I see there are after market deeper aluminum transmission pans available, it seems to me the more fluid it will hold inside of aluminum pan the longer you can run the transmission fluid at a cooler temperature. Would you recommend one of these deep aluminum transmission pans? These are great videos thank you so much for your efforts, I’m a big fan.

[@FordBossMe]

Yeah I would wait till you get out of warranty to do any of that and I wasn't aware that it didn't have a cooler I could have swore it does have a cooler

[@brandonlarsen3815]

I am thinking about getting a new 22 Ford F-250 with the 7.3 and 10 speed transmission for hauling my travel trailer. What is your thoughts on engine brake in, and first oil change? As well as when would you recommend or not recommend towing a large travel trailer approx 8,000 lbs? Thank you for your time.

[@FordBossMe]

As I've always said 1,000 miles no more that's when the first oil change begins

[@brandonlarsen3815]

@@FordBossMe thank you!

[@trongraham4770]

Would be really nice if they would go back to easier ways of doing things. My next truck will have a factory metal oil drain plug and a regular transmission dip stick.

[@dalelangila9274]

Good luck with that

[@pmaint1]

Where are you going to find one of those?

[@kingranch8516]

Hey rich thanks for this. How time my truck 4 years old but only have 22,000 miles. When do I worry about age of oil? Thanks again

[@FordBossMe]

You can probably still push it out to 50,000 miles before you service it

[@kingranch8516]

@@FordBossMe thanks again

[@h2o100c]

What’s the approximate cost on a trans filter change on a 2018 F-150 3.5L?

[@FordBossMe]

600 - 1000 Depending on where you go

[@Slow_f15023]

How many quarts does a 10r80 on a 23 ford f150 hold , planning on changing oil myself

[@troublemakingpups5787]

Good job! Great video! 🙂🐶

[@Humblescape]

How’s often should the f150 10 speed fluid be changed?

[@joshhoyt9576]

Love the content! I've got a17 f150 with 145k first owner. Sadly I've never changed the trans fluid. Runs fine. I was told that a dealer won't touch the transmission or flush it at this mileage. Is replacing the filter and a good portion of the fluid okay to do? Doing this procedure that you just showed going to help prolong the life? I'm not having any issues with the transmission but I know it's way overdue for fluid service. Your advice is appreciated.

[@FordBossMe]

It should

[@joshhoyt9576]

@@FordBossMe thanks. I figured leaving some old fluid but diluting it with newer fluid should be better than flushing it all out. New filter should help as well. Just wanted your prof opinion. Thanks for all the great videos.

[@TheMajictech]

You could do it a whole lot cleaner if you used a fluid evacuation tool before dropping that pan 😊

[@FordBossMe]

Nahhhh really

[@TheMajictech]

@@FordBossMe gotta be a wise guy because you didn’t think of it?

[@livefreevinnie]

I believe this is the same transmission my 2022 Ford Transit 350 HR AWD.

[@mattvmani]

Thank you! I may have missed it but what do you use to fill the transmission back up? I have an excoboost mustang at 63k and plan to do this in my driveway. I have an oil suction tool for my jet ski I can use to get the fluid out but, wasn’t sure how to fill it?

[@FordBossMe]

You can find all kinds of oil transfer pumps on Amazon

[@mattvmani]

@@FordBossMe that’s really helpful thank you!!

[@jlautomotive6349]

Great video!! Would you recommend just Motorcraft for the fluid or would it wise to upgrade to AMSOIL?? I run there SS oil and want to change everything over to AMSOIL in my truck… 2018 2.7 10 speed 4WD super crew Keep up the amazing work!👍

[@FordBossMe]

Motorcraft

[@josemunoz7368]

When do you recommend to do this service for the first time and there after? 2023 F150 5.0. Thanks

[@vettle1]

I always do every 50K miles if the xmsn has a filter and every 25K if it doesn't (some cars).

[@Bushy556]

I’m gonna have my dealer drop my pan and do a fluid and filter change at 75k miles. Gonna have them do both differentials as well.

[@doug4772]

Hey Rich! I know you aren't big on flushes and I have had mixed results with them... I have an 18 F150 w/ 10r80. Dealer recommends the flush doesn't do R&R w/ filter service. They CLAIM they use a two step process which is part BG Quick Clean and possibly the ATC Plus Conditioner. They said the second step is a ford exchanger that heats the fluid and that plus the BG products keep particulate from getting in the filter. Thoughts? I've had good luck with some BG stuff but interesting they are doing the extra step, is that just to clean the cooler lines? Love the content!

[@FordBossMe]

Keep all the garbage out of the transmission while they're doing the flush

[@FordBossMe]

It works

[@doug4772]

Thanks Rich! Appreciate your response because I know it’s always based on experience and good research. As you say often, “Educate Yourself!”

[@kzoojason76]

Great video. Not sure if you're willing to share, but can you tell us what the approx. cost of the trans service you just did?

[@FordBossMe]

It's 2.2 hours labor and then you're talkin 13 quarts of fluid at probably close to $15 a quart

[@kzoojason76]

@@FordBossMe Thank you sir!!

[@mhmdsmky]

Hello, I am Muhammad from Jordan. My car is a 2019 Ford Diesel. How many packages do I need to change the gearbox oil?

[@1970351C2V]

Is that an Ecoboost? The process is a little more complicated on the 5.0 (exhaust interference), correct?

[@FordBossMe]

It's been a while I would have to do one to be able to be 100% honest with you but I don't really find any of them all that complicated some of them can be annoying but not that complicated

[@Mark-zz9rt]

I was wondering if you didn’t have to jack up the transmission the other video I watched the technician jacked up the transmission I’m thinking is it really necessary?

[@FordBossMe]

Possible

[@nicholasgrosz1587]

It’s it worth getting an aluminum tranny pan? I have a 2018, 3.5 and tow a 28 ft camp trailer about 6 to 7 times. Anywhere from 300 to 500 miles per towing trip. I have 50,000 on the truck now. Just thought if I’m going to have it serviced I could put a better pan on.

[@FordBossMe]

Sure

[@catfish500mark9]

My truck is a 14 f150.70,000 miles.Soon to be 10yrs old.Do I need to replace "all" belts and hoses.I stay on top of my maintenance but I had a service mngr quote me 2,500.00 to do this.Just wanted to ask what you think B4 I spend that kind of money.Sure hope you see this.Thank you.

[@FordBossMe]

Seems like alot

[@camryuser]

Hey Rich, since you are on the topic of transmission fluid. How do you get the ATF fluid stains out from your clothes? I had to toss a few shirts because I couldn't get the staining out.

[@FordBossMe]

So I have a cleaning service that cleans my uniforms but I would think something like OxiClean might work

[@geom.s.70]

Do this apply for Ford Explorera with 10R80 or is different

[@marekj3124]

F 150 2020 I have numbers what number should I be between five and six?

[@ericsiefker9857]

What part # is the gasket? My dealer gave me L1MZ-7F396-A. It looks different than any gasket I’ve seen before for a transmission. Mine is for a 2021 powerboost.

[@FordBossMe]

Remind me Monday

[@ericsiefker9857]

@@FordBossMe friendly reminder, part number for transmission pan gasket on a 2021 powerboost. Bonus question, on the same truck, how would you test cca and what results do you get? 12v battery under the hood is 800 cca and my dealer claimed 900 was read from my truck. I think this would make an interesting video. I suspect my dealer didn’t disconnect the second 12v battery when testing. These trucks with the pro power are new and yet another thing to account for when doing diagnostics.

[@Alwaile]

How many liters of oil u use ? Or how many bottles!

[@FordBossMe]

Depends - it was i think 7 - 8 qts

[@elchilang01]

help please i have a 2018 f150 3.5 ecoboost i bought it when it had 35k miles and now it has 60k miles i am doing a transmission fluid and filter change exactly what you do in this video my question is it a good idea to completely change the transmission fluid which is 13 quart or is the 6 or 7 quart that fits in the transmission pan enough?

[@FordBossMe]

Do what in the transmission pan, don't do all.of it

[@elchilang01]

@@FordBossMe Perfect, I'll do it, thanks 👍

[@Mountainbaseddweller]

Good afternoon, are they going to have any updates to fix the shudder and shifting issues on the 10 speed auto? I know there are a couple out there, and some have better results than others in regards to effectiveness. Thanks! Our dealer is backed up about 2 months right now, and I was hoping for an over the air update.

[@FordBossMe]

Adaptive relearn, transmission break in strategy procedure, valve body cleaning and if those things don't work they tear it apart and look to rebuild if it's not the torque converter and that's all I really have for you

[@Mountainbaseddweller]

@@FordBossMe thank you!

[@richardmaldonado574]

What engine is that , 5.0? I heard its complicated for a 5.0

[@kennethsessa5988]

Great job Rich!🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅

[@alb12345672]

Excellent. Just did my 6r80 on my 11 6.2 F150. Was sitting for a few days and I got 10 quarts (also cracked the trans cooler lines). 6R80 (I believe) must be at the top of the highest hash at temp. I filled it to the area in between the hashes cold, and it was spot on hot. I did it with no jackstands :lol:. Seems it was serviced 60K ago, but the fluid was dark as night. I have a feeling the previous owner towed judging by the big hitch. I think it is amazing that at 186K the truck has ZERO leaks. But I would say 50-60k is the service interval for the trans. There is a video in German by the ZF (who Ford licenses from) engineers and they suggest that interval, but the manufacturers make their own decisions. They really explain it well here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emHJZHSPpKpmmas

[@fordmud]

That pretty nirm6al for LV and ULV, turns black pretty quick, it'll still have some red color on the dipstick where it's spread thin but drained into a pan it looks pretty black. It bothered me when that stuff first came out but it does seem to be doing a great job, and yes changing at 30k to 50k intervals will hell these transmissions last alot longer without little hiccups. Harsh shifts and hanging in gear is very common if you follow the manufacturer interval.

[@craigryder3712]

Rich i have a question when should i drop my fluid and filter i have a 2018 F-150 2.7l ecoboost i tow with it it twice a week all summer long and into the fall a 2 place horse trailer 3,500 lbs empty and sometimes a 1,600-1,800 lb horse and sometimes with another horse that’s about 1,000-1,200 lbs i currently have 37,000 miles on truck thanks

[@FordBossMe]

I would do it every 50,000

[@craigryder3712]

as always thank you for input and knowledge

[@Cooldibs]

Can you check the level while it’s running or do you have to turn it off to get an accurate measure?

[@FordBossMe]

Has to be running

[@zacharycallicutt8475]

I have a 2019 F150 2.7 10Speed. Local dealer I bought new from recommends trans flush every 30k miles (I did at 30/60k miles) they didn’t recommend filter change, what do you think? I service my truck religiously, goal to see 300k miles

[@FordBossMe]

The filter can go awhile but I'd definitely get it done

[@zacharycallicutt8475]

I’ll plan on filter change with new fluid at 90k. Change filter every other flush after that

[@tzy2o8732]

Does the exhaust pipe on the way? I suck out fluid and fill every 12000 miles. Try to avoid drop off pan.

[@FordBossMe]

The exhaust does not get in the way

[@Meatpipeify]

I'm about to buy a Ranger with a 10R80. What's your opinion of them? Are they decent? I imagine the 2.3 doesn't put the hurting on them that the 2.7 and 3.5 do.

[@FordBossMe]

I don't too much care for the 10-speed transmission they're a little Shifty wonky hunting a lot of people can't get the feel for them but that's just me some people love them

[@Meatpipeify]

@@FordBossMe Thanks for getting back so fast! Are they reliable, or a ticking time bomb? The internet seems to both say they're bulletproof one on hand and made of glass on the other.

[@kfrench201]

Is this transmission plug and play? I have a 2018 expedition that’s on its 3rd rebuild on factory transmission with only 107,000miles. I want to just buy a new transmission and put it in myself but wasn’t sure if it had to be programmed after installing.

[@FordBossMe]

These Transmissions have to be programmed

[@edmoore8171]

Bought a 13 ecoboost with 58k had leed frame replaced at dealer I bought it from now has 79k when do you think I should replace

[@FordBossMe]

Coolant and diff services and transfer case fluid maybe brake fluid

[@alfonsoaguilar6575]

I did this to my 2018 Ford f150 and now it’s leaking from the breathing hole from the top. Any ideas on what it could be ?

[@FordBossMe]

Overfilled

[@renecastro8434]

I took my 2018 2.7 10r80 to a ford dealership in my town to do a transmission drain/fill. I have now been back 3 times because it has been leaking. Why might this be happening?

[@FordBossMe]

I'm not sure there's really nothing that special about it I mean the service so I'm not sure what they did unless they drop the pan

[@nbf98]

will this work for the 5.0L engine or will i have to unbolt the transmission mounting bolts?

[@FordBossMe]

I do them all this way

[@2A5X4A]

Hi! I have a 2021 2.7eb, what’s the transmission fluid level suppose to be at? It has the #1-6 dipstick, and I was told is suppose to between 4-5? Thank you!

[@FordBossMe]

Yeah that sounds about right

[@TZLVredmist]

My 10R80 sounds like it's eating marbles at idle. Sounds like a straight cut gearset in it. Front pump I am thinking.

[@mojo4376]

So, how many qts did you end up using?

[@FordBossMe]

I think 7

[@Thelegendking-yj4bm]

What mileage should i change trans fluid ? 2020 f150 5.0 with 68k miles

[@Akira-nw4jl]

Now.

[@kpiorek91]

Hey Rich! How did you torque the bolts that are behind the exhaust. Long story short, I did clean where the transmission gasket sits, and did install new gasket. And I'm still leaking from where the exhaust is.

[@FordBossMe]

Quarter inch drive 10 mm swivel socket, quarter inch Drive extension, quarter inch Drive electric ratchet For the 2 13mm bolts I used a 13 mm wrench and I angled it from the pan backwards

[@kpiorek91]

@@FordBossMe thanks man I'll try, I guess I'll have to buy some more tools.

[@MrMe-o2c]

The Ford dealership in my area don't want to do this process they only offer flush no filter replacement

[@dewrus2153]

Just curious...how much does this cost at the dealership versus a "flush"? TIA.

[@FordBossMe]

Well the flush is about $180 this is about $340

[@dewrus2153]

@@FordBossMe - Thanks Boss Man! Appreciate your quick response as well as all the awesome content!

[@craigryder3712]

Rich another question no one can seem to answer i looked all over the place is the motorcraft ULV fluid synthetic?

[@FordBossMe]

I don't think it's synthetic but it's definitely a unique blend

[@chrisgodshall7244]

How much does this service typically cost?

[@FordBossMe]

Somewhere around $600 typically

[@gamerduck8808]

How much does something like this cost at the dealer? Having werid shifting into 4th gear

[@FordBossMe]

Couple hours labor and parts