Replacing the Transmission Shift Solenoid 2005 Dodge Ram 5.7 Hemi

[@elderfarms]

At 8:56 I mixed up my words and said 50 foot lbs. I meant to say 50 INCH lbs. please don’t try to torque those little things to 50ftlbs. I wish I could edit the audio. Thanks for watching!

[@JimmyVaught]

I snapped every single one of those!!!!!!!!!!!! 😭

[@itswilsonyo]

@@JimmyVaught @Dylan Elder Yep! AND i cracked the valve body! Great vid!

[@davidlowery9514]

Im

[@elulysero8863]

Lmaoo.

[@CHAOSMOVEMENT]

I mean you could have easily edited that clip and re-recorded a clip saying 50 inch pounds, or made a text overlay saying "WARNING: I MEANT 50 INCH POUNDS!!"

[@josephmendozajr8993]

Dude if it wasn’t for your video I wouldn’t have been able to fix my transmission. I appreciate this

[@Marcus-lk8hh]

Hey man what engine codes

[@wildwest9395]

For those embarking on this project. Buy an oil vacuum pump with the small 1/4" tube. you stick the tub down the trans filler tube and the other end into a drain pan or large jug and suck the atf out of the pan. It make for a WAY cleaner job. Also makes "draining" the pan and topping off to change atf very easy. I run a cheap $30 unit.

[@d.ridley5218]

May I add a comment to this comment? SUCK OUT THE TRANNY FLUID FIRST, then after a good nap, the pan should be easy to remove without the OIL BATH. Saying Tranny Fluid today has a far different meaning to some. Transmission fluid, let's say transmission fluid. The nap thing...

[@jakemason9436]

FYI. A 10$ fluid pump down the dipstick tube pulls out most of the fluid in the pan. No mess.... Thanks for the video.

[@elderfarms]

I did this repair June 2019, just didn't have a good way to get the files to KZbin. Right after I did it all, my buddy told me that lol at the time I didn't know I could! Thanks for the suggestion though, I appreciate it!

[@jakemason9436]

I did mine last month. Fluid and filter change in my 65RFE. Added a drain plug too. The flat filter seal should be seated off of the the filter as it requires quite a bit of even pressure. If not it does not seat you will be taking the pan off soon. Lol.

[@samuelkiser9549]

@@elderfarms bb

[@StephanieLamas-k6e]

I need help my charger drives good for 10 mins then won’t move but I turn it off for 1 min then it will drive good for another 10 mins can anyone help me an tell me what’s wrong with it I can fix myself

[@caseydfoster]

Thanks for posting this! I followed your steps and got it changed on my 2012 Ram quite easily.

[@lisachoate7063]

Awesome video. Love the "ohhh" when the fluid came gushing out, and then the giggle lol

[@barrywright2549]

Good video buddy but you should always insert the filter fitting into the trans and then install the filter.

[@JbVest]

I remember hearing this too, what was the reason for putting it in the trans first? Possibility of loosening up over time?

[@grossmeister1181]

@@JbVest Aligning it correctly, so the seal is sealing good and no fluid goes past the filter.

[@cactusjay6844]

Thanks dude I followed every step and all good on this end I'm no tech at all and you helped make it easier

[@jttaylor5236]

Thank you very much, I got the the job done by doing what you showed on your video and thanks for not having and music drowning you out. good job.

[@tommcquiggan7644]

I'm about to replace the shift solenoid on my '08 as well, and I've noticed a lot of comments in this video asking if their issue could be this. Even though it's still money out of your pocket, it's a good idea to have a pro mechanic do a diagnostic before you try this repair. It could be a bad wire harness instead of the solenoid, and then you just spent a lot of money for nothing

[@elderfarms]

Agreed. Thanks for the comment!

[@tommcquiggan7644]

@@elderfarms btw, finished the repair using your video for reference and it worked great. Thanks a lot for making this video! Saved me an extra $400 the dealership was going to charge

[@JacksonGuitarsPlayer03]

Never tightened oil filters with a wrench always use your hands you do not want oil filters too tight

[@JoeBlow-vx5po]

Thanks for this video, so many other videos don't show you the important tips. I have a bunch of those heavy plastic concrete bins, try that next time to catch the fluid. Messy job when you don't have a drain plug.

[@IH8CA]

From the FSM: CAUTION: The primary oil filter seal MUST be fully installed flush against the oil pump body. DO NOT install the seal onto the filter neck and attempt to install the filter and seal as an assembly. Damage to the transmission will result.

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

Thank you!

[@92clintonr]

Mind me asking what symptoms you would get and what damage it could cause?

[@JustAGuy781]

Unless the seal got broken and sucked up into the transmission then it wouldn't do any damage at all. All it means is that the fluid would not all be filtered as some of it would be leaking by the filter o-ring seal and into the pan.

[@cyrilpower7534]

Hey great video. Following exactly what you did there but have to wait to install tomorrow night after work don’t have a small torque wrench just a big half inch drive lowest it goes is 10 foot pounds. When you were doing the torque on the Solenoid you said put the bolts back in at 50 lbs. I had a blond moment and went to tighten mine down at 50 lbs.!thank GOD the bit broke and not the bolt. Then on further research I found out it’s 50 inch lbs. the bolts are small I should of clued in to that. Like I said glad the bolt didn’t break. Regardless great video keep going make some more. Cyril from Alberta Canada

[@elderfarms]

Cyril Power I thought I edited he video so it said 50inch pounds! I stumbled on my words. So 4.1 foot lbs. sorry!!!!

[@elderfarms]

Cyril Power 8:57

[@mitchhayes1969]

Great video! I can’t help but notice how much trans fluid leaked on the ground! Whew! Thanks for posting this though. It gives me the confidence to do this job myself.

[@elderfarms]

Yep, I wasn’t prepared

[@jordanfisher8688]

“I guess it worked so fuck off” has me rolling 😭

[@CandSEvo7]

great video , the only thing that isnt quite right is installing the seal thet should not be done while on the filter tube , it should be done before

[@ChrisSmith-wc3fi]

Thank you, for making the video, you helped a old man out.

[@Imjesseaf]

Did mine today cuz of this video! Thanks man! 🤘🏻

[@dinkbuster1]

So you say it was getting stuck in 4th gear, meaning it wasn't going into overdrive? I think I might have the same problem you had. I've parked my truck for now until I can figure out what's going on. Replaced all kinds of sensors, code keeps coming up p0700, po871 transmission shift solenoid code. It started after I done some engine work mysteriously. If I do a reset where you take the battery cables off and do the whole deal with the key and the accelerator to the floor it shifts great the next two times I drive it then it goes back to missing overdrive, can't take it on the highway because of 50 miles an hour it will be 2500 rpm and I don't want to drive it like that. Everything is pointing to the shift solenoid but I'm still looking for answers before I buy one. Hopefully you'll respond to this and tell me if that's the same problem you were having.

[@RacinJasonHighPerformance]

That flip clip connector was a bitch to get off mine too!

[@gamiensrule]

Ive heard if you leave the harness connected it will hold the valve body in place and you can pull it down then disconnect it afterwards. I'm gonna try it that way.

[@JacksonGuitarsPlayer03]

It’s much better to do maintenance yourself but getting dirty sucks. Some people take their vehicles to shops to get work done to them mainly because they do not want to get dirty. Pretty sad huh. Yep there’s people like that... annnnd they are capable of working on their vehicles. Now that’s just dumb. It’s only a one time thing for a long while. Get all it’s maintenance done and drive it until it needs it again! I get everything it needs done quickly. My truck is currently all serviced up! Everything has got fresh fluid in it and some are topped off!

[@calebymaya420]

Good job bro keep up the good work

[@vasilias-_-]

Is there just one solenoid or two? I was told there was one on both sides.

[@stephendouglas9967]

Thanks for the details. Extremely helpful

[@blackknightkennelllc.8675]

lol oh wow, the confidence that you have with all that transmission fluid in the driveway. Have a nice day catch pen at a customer house to make your money back

[@davedaugherty7069]

Very good and helpful video man

[@JoeBlow-vx5po]

That main filter gasket is a nightmare. I couldn't get the new gasket in without deforming it. There has to be a special tool for installing it. Something with a dowel in the middle to keep the inside from deforming while pushing it into the hole.

[@StevenHanover]

Its called an 18mm socket

[@papaidolatrine2499]

Very detailed! Thanks man!

[@sly88m]

I have a question i have same truck i was driving all of a sudden stop working had to pull over because stop accelerating or shifting wont get no gear

[@jakelowe164]

I'll keep it simple. You the MAN

[@jesusalvaradoamaro]

With a bad solenoid, would the truck not be able to shift to drive or reverse? Have this issue with the same truck as you. Fluids look good and there seems to be no there issues that I know of to cause this. Truck runs fine. Just can't get it to move.

[@elderfarms]

Mine would go into drive and reverse, it just wouldn’t shift out of 4th. I had to shut it off and turn it back on for it to reset until it messed up again. Finally I just replaced the part

[@wpagnozzi9311]

@@elderfarms same thing for me hopefully this works. Thanks for sharing

[@thomasphillips9043]

did you ever find out what was wrong with yours jesus Alvarado

[@jesusalvaradoamaro]

@@thomasphillips9043 the valve body was bad. I just ended up replacing the transmission because it was cheaper.

[@mguerrero8787]

I had the same problem on 2007 grand cherokee overland, I did the same proseger it fix the problem but I don't know if I was running low on my trans fluid to star with I ended using 9qt of fluid to get it back to level

[@Tony-tk4ht]

i just took my valve bodyoff and part of the gasket stay on the trans holes. would that matter?

[@ronymorales3527]

A coat of paint would be nice on the pan Great video amigo

[@evantharp7434]

I have a question in needing of an answer. I have a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 4wd. I did both of the trans filters, and put in multi purpose fluid, second gear doesn’t wanna cooperate that much, could I have messed up a shift solenoid putting the filter on, I was doing a bit of bumping to seat that seal on the neck of the filter. TIA

[@doublebasserrazzmuss2408]

Great Video, but did you push up on the grey clip, or pull it down? Mine is very stiff. thank you for your time and video.

[@elderfarms]

To be completely honest, I don’t remember. All I know is that it was very frustrating getting it off. Sorry man!!

[@doublebasserrazzmuss2408]

@@elderfarms I got it. It was just crusty from dirt, sprayed a little silicone spray on it. As you pull it down, the whole clip slides up and off.

[@eddietelea6869]

@@doublebasserrazzmuss2408 Hey just wondering how did you get it back on

[@raycash9368]

Mines shifts 1 st gear rough like it don’t want to pick up speed but on highway it runs fine it’s marks on my scanner an overdrive problem you think it’s involved with the shift selonoid

[@johnhernandez7545]

My ram 2004 with a hemi 4x4 won't reverse, drive or work on 1st and 2nd it's stuck on neautral could this be it?

[@danavest]

Good job Dylan

[@reginaldjones8939]

This procedure applies to a 2004 Dodge durango limited 5.7 hemi?

[@wingsfan63]

Dylan, I just replaced mine tonight. Now the shifter lever isn't engaging any gear it feels like. It was in the 1 (low) gear. My 2 questions are do I have to position the solenoid to neutral or park before I install it and could me not having any trans fluid cause the dead shifter lever to happen?

[@KobeCorona-uj3zb]

You have to drop it everything again And move the little metal shifter on the all the way up

[@JustAGuy781]

Did you just say you didn't have any trans fluid? Of course it won't go into gear without any fluid. Hopefully you didn't burn it up doing that.

[@joluma09]

Older video but,where you getting on check engine codes?

[@MikeDMedia816]

Did you have to reset the tcm? I replaced my shift solenoid twice and it isn't shifting correctly anymore..

[@jeremywilson8334]

good job Dylan

[@charleslake25]

Mine was fine parked it Saturday started it Monday put it in reverse backed up went to drive and was acting like it was slipping but it was in thecwrong gear pulled it down to first seemed fine went back to drive and again reved high and was in wring gear. Stepped on it and had no passing gear either. Po700 code abs/parking brake light on to. Fluid was fine and bright red you think this is my problem?

[@charleslake25]

Dylan elder

[@genaroalegria8187]

Thanks for this video

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

Subbed since I have a broken dodge ram... Trying to figure out what's wrong, thank you!!! 💯😀👍💯

[@jeremywilson8334]

My 03 Ram shifts perfectly fine. The truck goes into limp mode every few minutes while driving. I've replaced everything except the shift solenoid. The dealer said $415 for just the shift solenoid (part not labor). I guess I'll give it a try.

[@MrFuture2084]

Just ordered the whole kit with the solenoid, filters, and gasket on eBay for 305 bucks. It’s a mopar part too not a Chinese one.

[@jeremywilson8334]

@@MrFuture2084 Thanks man, I'll look for it there

[@dallaste462]

@@MrFuture2084 have a link?

[@MrFuture2084]

@@dallaste462 doesn’t seem to be letting post a link. Just search Genuine Mopar OEM 45RFE 545RFE 68RFE Shift Solenoid Block Pack w/ TRS Plate

[@MrFuture2084]

@@dallaste462 it’s a little more cost than last year.

[@RamonGonzalez-de6uo]

Hey Dylan I’m work on this 2011 Ram 3500. It doesn’t want to go reverse. And a code popped up. It’s PO736. Meaning Reverse incorrect ratio. Any ideas? As of now I’m planning to change fluid along with filters. Side note, all gears going forward shift and work perfectly fine

[@colemcclain7319]

Was there a code it threw for a shift solenoid? TIA

[@prozz5664]

Is that a shop vac filter for your intake?

[@frrapp2366]

working on mine now i just put up on front ramps to work on will roll off when done but let me drain pan gradually and not get oil all over 2 pieces of cardboard and an old towel caught the rest off the shop floor

[@TheWopper78]

You’re hilarious!!!!! I love you already!!!!

[@AustinFoley-xg1bo]

Im trying to figure this out so I had a error code shift solenoid c come up error code po760 do I need this thing or do I need something else I no noithing about vehicle

[@marquisjenkins8534]

How long is the labor time

[@anthonychiodi9173]

Doing this tomorrow on my 07 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 5.7 hemi. Goes from Drive to 4th gear Manuel and dosent come out no matter if I try to down or up shift or put into Neutral bac into Drive it stays in 4th. Hoping the new solenoid fixes the problem.

[@elderfarms]

Goodluck!

[@luciomorales8962]

Did it resolve the issues @anthony chiodi

[@anthonychiodi9173]

@@luciomorales8962 Yes. Mine works fine now that was the problem.

[@luciomorales8962]

@@anthonychiodi9173 thanks for the reply mine seems to be going into 3. Goes away after letting it sit for 10 min changed fluid and filters but I think it has something to due with cooling system. Upper rad hose builds pressure I just changed the thermostat hoping burping rad might fix problem. No overheat pretty damn weird

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

@@luciomorales8962 check your alternator voltage, might need to swap it out. Not my experience just from researching why mine is overheating, wondering if it's the head gasket or the cooling system...

[@russhfilms682]

Hey I definitely enjoyed your video thanks bro

[@fabianchavez1762]

How do I know is the shifter solenoid bad when I have no codes on my 2008 5.7 ? Is not moving when get hot

[@Paniro02]

What was the reason for changing this part? Did this fix a problem you were having? I'm looking at an 05 ram 5.7 quad cab new Jasper engine with 80k and they're putting in the transmission currently is there anything I should be weary of?

[@StevenHanover]

I named my daughter Jasper

[@Paniro02]

@@StevenHanover thank God I dodged that bullet no pun intended I never bought that truck and never had kids I drive a Bentley now sheeeeweeee thanks for the memory

[@deagointhemix9798]

@@Paniro02what u do. I want a Bentley

[@vanrolle710]

As I watch this video and realize im having the same problem. driving my2002n Ram 1500 truck on long drive it stucks in gear and i have to pull to the side of the road and cut the truck off which gives it a reset . I really want this to be fixed so im going to change the solenoid

[@christianjahn4141]

Was the code saying bad shift solenoid? I got a shift solenoid but I think I need to get the actual pack ( the thing u replaced )

[@GusMontoyadaisosasen02]

I know you posted this a while ago. But what symptoms/ error codes did you see whento determine the shift solenoid was the culprit. I am about to buy a truck that does not shift. I want to be sure I am not getting into a money dump.

[@nicolasbautista3943]

Great video

[@Dannyjva1]

I change the Shift Solenoid but I still have the problem with the transmission I don’t know what I don’t wrong

[@AkicitaWaste09]

how did you get the clip off i get the red tags down? are there more than one red clip that you slide with a screw driver?

[@cuarteterochillan7203]

hello dylan, when this type of repair is done, the transmission has to be in gear or gear?

[@icecold1011]

Could this be done without removing the wire harness? What would be the difference in leaving the harness in and just plugin the solenoid in as you put it together? Just wondering.

[@elderfarms]

What? You unplug the wire harness so you can plug it into the new solenoid?

[@icecold1011]

@@elderfarms I may not be understanding this right, but what I am asking is if you leave the wire harness and clip attached to the outside of the Trans. then can you just pull the solenoid out of the harness from inside the Trans. then push the new one back into the harness from the inside without unhooking the harness and its clip from the outside of the Trans.?

[@deweyhalljr03]

That’s not hand tight, that’s hands tight 🤣

[@mariomitchell137]

I just replaced me solenoid and when I went to crank it it would not start and the shift indicator says it's in Reverse. When it's in Park.

[@elderfarms]

Mario Mitchell sounds like she’s shifted into reverse and won’t start. I would try to put it in park but if you already did maybe see if you accidentally bumped the cable underneath when taking out the wire harness for the shift solenoid

[@frrapp2366]

my truck did that before (still putting shifter in ) would light up ALL indicators on the shift lights had to disconnect battery to get back to park or neutral

[@Budro615]

will this look similar on my 05 dakota?

[@kenc.2448]

Has this fixed the problem or has problems come after?

[@elderfarms]

Fixed my problem 100%!! Thanks for watching!

[@russhfilms682]

Can you just replace the sealnoid

[@charleslake25]

Was the abs light on and multiple codes p0700 p0725 p0138 ??

[@elderfarms]

I did not have a ABS light on

[@rpm20]

How long did it take to do all that?

[@vickieschaeffer8074]

Can I drive my truck till I get it fixed in a week or so or is it best to leave it parked till I get it fixed? (since it is shifting a bit hard and not smooth and also it goes into limp mode in manual 4th gear.)

[@elderfarms]

If it’s shifting hard I’m not sure if you should be driving it but what I can say is, they might have to replace or rebuild the tranny anyways, so by driving it more doesnt really change the outcome.

[@mikedchannel468]

Is used trans oil carcinogenic or not ? This video would make it appear not

[@elderfarms]

Long way to say I gave myself cancer? How many transmission shops get their workers admitted to cancer treatment? I figure you’re probably from California.

[@justinwrenn5521]

I have an 04 dodge dakota 4.7...would this pretty much be the same procedure?

[@johnnylambeth2439]

Let me know if it was I'm doing the same thing right now. Let me know please

[@xIGOTUx1]

What was the issue with transmission?. I'm having a stuck on 4th gear issue on mine, 2012 ram 3500. Was this your problem and did it fix?

[@elderfarms]

Mine would go randomly into 4th and I had to shut it off and turn it back on to reset it. I got annoyed and finally replaced it. And yes, it was the part that fixed it but I can’t speak for a 2012.

[@xIGOTUx1]

@@elderfarms OK thanks. Will be replacing the Transmission Solenoid soon. Will give update when completed. Thanks everyone ☺️.

[@lmcclellan]

@@xIGOTUx1 any update?

[@xIGOTUx1]

@@lmcclellan YES, TRANSMISSION SOLENOID WAS THE PROBLEM. EASY FIX.

[@josecamacho4001]

What was the problem that you had to replace the selenoid

[@elderfarms]

I would be driving and then it would shift into 4th gear randomly and wouldn’t come out. I had to shut it off and turn it back on to reset it

[@frankschiano6304]

Where did you buy the part from? Having a hard time finding it for my 2004 dodge ram

[@Kanakid]

I got one from Rock Auto.

[@jenellejoshua6485]

Where u get ur solenoid from

[@carlossaavedra4723]

Hey Dylan I have a 06 ram 4.7 when I I try to accelerate up the hill my truck seem to accelerate then accelerate back down and accelerate again and then accelerate down when whole time in steady on the gas pedal do you think it can be the part you replace for your transmission that I need ? My transmission shift okay and stuf its just that acceleration like if its towing something heavy when its not??

[@cheyennegrijalva506]

My 04 hemi was doing that today😐 had to limp it home in second gear...did you figure it out?

[@xbuudybread266]

Before you replace this part was it just going into fourth gear?

[@elderfarms]

Yes

[@davidmendez9854]

What happens if u brake the plastic guide pin ? Any one ?

[@timwilson3150]

I have an 05 Ram 1500 hemi 4x4 with 90k miles. What were the symptoms that prompted you to do this?

[@elderfarms]

She would go into 4th gear and wouldn’t shift up or down.

[@dustincolson7349]

You cut the video when it showed how you popped out the top of the transmission shifter sensor after you undid the clip. I'm having problems getting that off

[@dustincolson7349]

U suggestions

[@xerxesbreak2723]

Having trouble with this part as well, any suggestions?

[@xerxesbreak2723]

The loopy bits on the side seem to be the key as I broke both of them and it fell right down 😂

[@nqters9346]

Is this the same transmission as the 300c 2005 does anybody know by any chance

[@MiguelGonzalez-bu1wh]

Will this apply for a 3.7 litter 2005 1500 dodge ram?

[@elderfarms]

I do not know! Maybe others in the comments could help.

[@joedelgado3190]

Was you getting a p2706 and a p0700 code?..my 2004 is throwing those two codes and it says it's the shift solenoid "F"..was wondering if that's the one you replaced.

[@amroualkady1]

Did u ever find the issue ? I have the 700 code.

[@joedelgado3190]

@@amroualkady1 nope

[@marcusjeter5796]

I'm having the exact same codes. The p2706 and a p0700. Is this the solution to fix this issue

[@Devin_5.3]

Has anyone figured out the issue for the codes I’m getting them and it’s going into limp mode

[@anthamm]

Anyone figure it out? Same issue on my 04

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

That's some wrangling to get in there! Yikes.. Guess at least it's do-able!

[@toad9123]

Installed one now I have a no start condition and are the gear selection on the dash are all selected at the same time, anyone seen this?

[@panchopicahielo955]

Did u fixed?

[@FranciscoSanchez-ft6gv]

Did code p0700 pop up is that Why you replace it

[@elderfarms]

I think it threw 2 codes but I don’t remember exactly. I know it was getting stuck in 4th gear

[@HawkGuy55]

Anyone know how to get the clip off?!?!?

[@takingoutthetrash1512]

Fn dodge man, gotta do mine today lol.. when warn, mine dont shift past 3 rd, even on highway

[@elderfarms]

Goodluck!

[@coreyharris9510]

Why did you replace the shift solenoid? What were your symptoms?

[@elifernandez3769]

Normally trans won't shift or it will shift like mine but won't shift past 2nd gear.

[@rellwill8954]

@@elifernandez3769 Did changing this help fix this problem? Im having the same problem not shifting past 2nd reving really high in 2nd

[@elifernandez3769]

@@rellwill8954 I haven't got a chance to do it yet. But most videos and threads online seem to point to this as the fix. Especially if your trans was shifting fine before.

[@rellwill8954]

@@elifernandez3769 Thanks I just bought a used trans hopefully this one last me another 100k

[@CloroxBleach-jv4by]

Eli Fernandez mine shifts high in second to third and now it’s stuck in limp mode 4th gear 👺😩

[@Christ-is-King-]

Was the transmission staying in fourth gear?

[@elderfarms]

Yes

[@Christ-is-King-]

@@elderfarms any other symptoms? Do you remember the code? Thanks for helping!

[@franciscoalvarado2069]

What was the code you were getting that made you do this and what was the trans doing?

[@franciscoalvarado2069]

I’m getting a p0700 transmission control (mil request) and p0733 gear 3 incorrect gear ratio

[@franciscoalvarado2069]

Could the shift Solenoid be the problem?

[@amroualkady1]

@@franciscoalvarado2069 did u ever find the issue ?

[@carlosjunior6600]

Did you ever find out the problem?

[@markviqueira9279]

Hi Dylan, Thanks for taking the time to do this video. In the video, you stated that the solenoid be tightened to 50 Foot/pounds. You meant 50 inch/pounds, right??? Thanks, Mark

[@elderfarms]

Mark Viqueira 50 inch pounds

[@elderfarms]

50 foot pounds would be nuts 😂