Ford 5R55S Transmission Fluid/Filter Replacement (COMPLETE GUIDE) - 2002-2010 Explorer/Mountaineer

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[@thegooddoctor8479]

Thanks for your videos - they're very helpful. I plan on using a long clear poly tube connected to the transmission, with a funnel on the other end. I'll raise the funnel up to door handle height, then fill with Mercon fluid. Because liquids find there own level, whether in a swimming pool or in a tube, the fluid can fill the transmission without the need of a pump. Thank you Aristotle.

[@emcmanusr1]

I have watched few videos on this topic. This guy’s is the best one.

[@zn_361]

Thank you for your videos! I have an 07 mountaineer and your channel is amazing. Congratulations on 1 million views.

[@andrewmorones1]

Keep up the awesome work your videos are greatly appreciated . You e helped me with my 2002 explorer I recently rebuilt following your instructions its running like a brand new car thank you bro

[@iamdjnam]

Much appreciated glad it’s running strong

[@bugayev]

yo le puse cinta de teflónal perno para evitar fugas, tambien recomiendan mover la palanca por todas las velocidades para que los solenoides se carguen, excelente video, gracias!

[@achtunpanzerkrauskrieg]

This was a kick ass video about this task.😅

[@thegooddoctor8479]

Great stuff Platinum, Thanks for all of the help.

[@robocursp4247]

You are natural and very explicit! love it; you are smart too! I love the way tou explain everything, step by step! Thank you, and I hope you receive many viewers like me!!😊

[@dcimages4373]

Sir you area excellent communicator . Great job . Thank you very much

[@thomasastlin1605]

Great instructions. Helped me out alot. Thanks

[@JoshWellborn]

This also works on a number of mustangs. Thank you. Used it to change fluid on my 05 4.0.

[@harrycash8713]

Another great video your productions are so entertaining. I think I'll do my 4.6 4X4. And then tighten up my intermediate band.

[@chris323i]

you sir get a like for the 1/4 inch torque wrench. Now that's quality and accuracy.

[@victorarevalo108]

I have had no issues on my mustang 4R70 and previous 06 Exorer 5R55S using Valvoline Multi-Vehicle ATF. I agree also on 30K ATF oil change/flush/or drain and refill x no. Of times. Hydraulic systems should have clean fluid...the solution to pollution is dilution. Thanks for the video.

[@obxguy1]

Damn nice work!!!!

[@donniecahill5243]

I wish people would stop spreading the myth that floating clutch material in old fluid is keeping a high mileage transmission alive. Couldn't be farther from the truth, if putting new fluid in causes the transmission to fail it's purely coincidental and it was gonna fail any day regardless. I've done multiple drain and fills and filter replacements across many high mileage vehicles of all makes and never had a failure or a shifting issue. That's like saying "oh my oil hasn't been changed in 80k miles I should just leave it alone"

[@ThatGuy08940]

Might wanna google that bud

[@donniecahill5243]

@@ThatGuy08940 guys like you who belive Google is exactly why the myth started

[@thegamingleo7503]

It isn't a myth . It allows friction which allows it to catch . When you get rid of that it cant catch anymore .

[@vernonfindlay1314]

Your picture of the bottom of transmission, you said do not know. The solenoid pack i swopped it out, code came up bad solinoid. Guess i will find out when i put two more quarts of motorcraft micron v. KZbin and co workers can help a lot.Good job bud.

[@robertbedsole8682]

Excellent! Thanks!

[@user-mp2rh3sw4j]

Did you lift the back up evenly or did you have to jack it up little by little from each side ? I will be doing this in a day or two but I'm not sure if there is a jack point in the back to jack it up evenly ?? I will be putting the front end on ramps and jacking up the rear ... Thanks

[@andrewmartinez7544]

I have a explorer with 270xxx I don’t the transmission oil has ever been changed but I know you said you don’t recommend it on a high mileage but if I do end up doing it can it better it in any way ?

[@thegooddoctor8479]

Follow up - Aristotle's theory works like a charm - every time. No pump needed.

[@iamdjnam]

Hopefully it’s the last time you’ll have to do that

[@rad_vids]

Hi, so you did it with tube and funnel. I would like to hear more about the steps you took. When did you stop filling? How did you know you were at the right level?

[@johnnyrouse2713]

I wish I knew this about 3 days ago I change my fluid in my 98 Ford explorer what 187,000 miles on it now the transmission a little bit late to find this out now in everyday you learn new lesson and sometimes it cost money

[@walterkister-qy8cd]

Did you do any side work

[@isaacnava8439]

Thanks sir for doing our job easy with your videos. I’m not a mechanic but you helped me a lot with the timing kit replacement on my 04 Explorer. I’ve tried your pre oiler method but no luck…any suggestions on how to do it properly or perhaps can’t be done on mine. Greetings from Mexico.

[@iamdjnam]

That video will come eventually

[@isaacnava8439]

@@iamdjnam I’ll be waiting for it. Thanks a lot.

[@bojo8141]

Very good video, thanks. Were did you get your scavenge pump ?

[@iamdjnam]

eBay

[@stardemonspacecat]

Thanks for posting, very interesting and informative !!! *QUESTION:* There seems to be a lot of controversy and confusion about "flushing" your transmission fluid... Some so called experts will say you should always flush because that process removes all of the old fluid... Other experts say you should never flush, a "drain & fill" like you demonstrate on this vid is the best way to go... I have 50,000 miles on the original transmission fluid in my 5R55S... Which procedure would you recommend ???

[@iamdjnam]

Drain and fill. Don’t flush. Drain and fill every 30k thereafter.

[@surge9308]

Any concerns regarding the reverse servo having a broken filter screen? Noticed it the metal screen torn a little along the edge after taking off the pan. Never had problems or anything but just wondering if it's something to fix immediately. Rather not take the pan off again if I don't have to lol

[@iamdjnam]

I wouldn’t be overly concerned.

[@DontDodgeIt...RamIt...Dammit.]

Quick question if anyone can help. Completely drained the transmission, followed this procedure to put in the 5 qts. After about 4 or 4.5 qts into it, I hear kind of like a bubbling in the transmission , then fluid leaks from between the transmission and engine. Whats wrong here? Any help is appreciated, thanks in advance. Oh...same transmission, basically, but in a 2007 Mustang.

[@Smashachu]

Protip: Get a self priming drill pump. I cannot tell you how many hours this 10 dollar pump has saved me. I literally just run water through it to clean it.

[@MrMoneyBlowin]

whats the exact one you have? what is it called and is it on amazon?

[@themousetrap4781]

Hi Good video! But answer this You put 5 qt in How much drained back out ?

[@iamdjnam]

If I had to guess, half a quart

[@TradeAlgoPremier]

As you mentioned, I drained 6 qts of trans fluid on the 2004 Ford Explorer with 225k miles. It has never had fluid change. Is it normal to put back in new fluids with same 6 qts without auto adjustment?

[@iamdjnam]

I would auto adjust anyway.

[@chadsabbagh9091]

do you by any chance have a video how to remove 4 L engine from 2007 explorer? thank you In advance

[@iamdjnam]

Follow the removal video on my channel. It’s almost the same process from my 2003.

[@eddieweigel9490]

That’s something that would happen to me that’s why I bought a new setup doing mine in a couple of days 😂 😂

[@jeffandreson]

i read somewhere that you should shift through all the gears before final fluid auto adjust. what are your thoughts?

[@iamdjnam]

Everybody has preference but according to manual it isn’t necessary

[@Ioulos86]

I got questions can the Ford F-150 4.2 v6 fit into the 2001 explorer sport and what would I need to make it happen

[@iamdjnam]

The bellhousing on the transmission is different. You’d need a completely different trans, engine mounts, harness, ECU, driveshaft, etc etc.

[@user-cy4lc7pk3c]

Genius

[@troyoneal503]

My Explorer whines from the transmission at normal driving loads . I'm thinking the front pump has issues . Do you think changing the filter and fluid would help or should I change the front pump ?

[@iamdjnam]

Replace the torque converter, pump, and change filter and fluid.

[@DenverChiropractor]

Thanks for showing all the steps…now I know I’d rather have a shop deal with this mess. 😂

[@nightstorm9128]

Yeaaaaaaa baby,,that's wram talkn bout rite der.

[@troy3631]

Have you seen anyone make their own dip stick for these transmissions? I have found one online and I also have seen someone do it before too and they filled through dipstick. Was interesting.

[@iamdjnam]

I have not. But to be honest this is mad simple to do because the trans literally levels itself out. You don’t need to keep pulling the dipstick and worry about overfilling.

[@troy3631]

@@iamdjnam absolutely, it just made me remember.

[@mirzy7552]

Yo bro good video. I have an ‘03 explorer, with 170k miles on it. The transmission started slipping 2 days ago. I bought 2 quarts of the correct fluid and some “Transmission Stop Slip”. How would I go about fixing this problme

[@iamdjnam]

Hey bud. At 170k, that transmissions best years are behind it. Slipping on a 5R is usually fluid pressure loss due to bands or servos. That stop slip won’t do anything. Lately I’ve seen 03 trans on Facebook marketplace pop up for like $500. I’d get one of those and have it installed for another 500. For a grand you’re back on the road for another 100k

[@mirzy7552]

@@iamdjnam Great, thanks for replying in such a notice🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽! Will Do

[@361teddy]

Where did u get the pipe to jose adapter home Depot or lowes is it the same for a mercury mountaineer 09

[@iamdjnam]

I got mine at Autozone and yes it’s the same

[@user-mp2rh3sw4j]

Can you show us how to make a secret sauce oil pump like the one you have ... I thought it was a time machine

[@iamdjnam]

Go on eBay and type in “12v scavenge pump” they’re like 80 bucks and then u need a length of hose

[@moustafamohsen]

I have a 2010 Ford Explorer, The Transmission won't shift when cold, but when it gets warm it works okay, however, after I added more fluid It doesn't shift at all, is the transmission dead or there might be a couple solutions I should try

[@iamdjnam]

Replace the transmission

[@joeyl1742]

I have an 04 with 109k that shifts rough. I want to do a fluid and filter change but while I'm in there I might also change the shift solenoid. But it might just need new fluid to shift smoothly again.

[@user-dz2pz3ol7p]

Did it help?

[@joeyl1742]

@@user-dz2pz3ol7p yea the fluid and filter definitely helped

[@benniewilliams2019]

It is a matter of choice, but one could do filter/fluid first. If all is well, skip the shift solenoid and save $$$! If shift problems still exist, you can always go back in and change out the expensive shift solenoid assy later! Just a matter choice and the gamble of having to go back in again or not. As a DIYer, your labor is FREE!

[@bretholtzman1524]

Did you use teflon tape when reinstalling the T30 plug ?

[@iamdjnam]

It came with some pre installed thread sealer on the plug already

[@csbelew]

How much fluid came back out of the drain when it was auto adjusting the fluid level?

[@iamdjnam]

Don’t remember

[@gioblp2442]

Can I use dexron 3 & Mercian specification for an 07

[@iamdjnam]

No use specifically Mercon V. You’ll destroy the trans.

[@justinforte2171]

Great video, what’s the power tool you’re using?

[@iamdjnam]

Which one? The pump?

[@justinforte2171]

The hand drill, it’s not a regular drill is it

[@iamdjnam]

No it’s a Milwaukee right angle ratchet

[@ericdifalco3854]

I have an 2005 explorer with 160k miles on it. One owner before me and unsure if transmission fluid was ever changed so not sure if I want to do it or not; also the band inside thst shifts it into 3rd gear broke.

[@iamdjnam]

I have 160k and I’m going to do a simple drain and fill. Worth the shot for me.

[@caminobean6248]

Remove the big plug first, then take the small plug out on the bench. Less chance of breaking. BUT, before you take the small plug out, put the big plug back into the pan finger tight when removing the pan - less mess!

[@iamdjnam]

Good thing I had the turkey pan!

[@jamesontaylor]

Better to take small plug out first to ensure its accessible for fill

[@dennyj8650]

Any different on a 98 Explorer? Same engine and I believe trans.

[@iamdjnam]

Different process.

[@emmanuelfloresgarduno2271]

Hola, yo tengo una Explorer 2003 motor 4.6 V8, la pregunta es si la camioneta que muestras tiene el mismo motor que el mio

[@travisreynoldst.7453]

El usa un 4.0 V6

[@isaiahjones9875]

Can these trans go into mustangs like a 06 mustang 4.0

[@iamdjnam]

its the same trans but different output shaft.

[@gednregie]

Good day Sir! May I know your rpms when shifting from 1st to 3rd gears? I always shift at 2k rpm. Is this normal? The other cars I've driven shifts at 1.5k rpm. Thank you!

[@theowl2044]

Yes.

[@calvinpryor]

rpms is actually how I confirmed my trans is slipping. used to shift at around 2k like you said, now it shifts at about 3k and thunks into not gear.

[@gednregie]

@@calvinpryor I am still shifting at 2k rpm when in 1st and second gear and around 1.5k rpms from 3rd to 5th. I hope that it 's still normal.

[@iamdjnam]

I mean it’s still shifting right? The problem is when it stops shifting

[@user-vb7zu1uj4t]

I drained the tranny fluid out buy removing the tranny plug how many quarts dose it take to fill it up

[@iamdjnam]

Add 6 then start it then use this procedure to let the transmission self level

[@NoLoveInTokyo]

Does this work for a 2006 mustang GT?

[@iamdjnam]

Yes

[@warnerwhtada5856]

I find it interesting that you didn't feel it necessary to run through the gears to make sure the torque converter was full. Can you explain please. Thanks

[@iamdjnam]

The torque converter will not drain. Only what’s in the pan. I literally take Ford procedures and turn them into a video. So if it doesn’t call for running thru gears, I don’t.

[@warnerwhtada5856]

@@iamdjnam Thank you!

[@desertrat1357]

Is this the same fill procedure with a Brand New Transmission?

[@iamdjnam]

Assuming the torque converter is pre-filled, the trans will take a couple quarts more to fill the valve bodies.

[@desertrat1357]

@@iamdjnam Yeah I believe the manufacturer said that the Torque converter is pre filled.

[@steves5355]

I got one for ya, 06 xplorer, was leaking a drop here drip there. It got way worse. We yanked it, did a main front seal, reinstalled, drove around the block, around town on streets. Was fine.. Get it on the hwy and in 2,3-5 miles starting blowing out the bellhousing like before we did the seal. Meaning front seal was not the issue, ok. With low pressure we blew into the vent tube with air the fluid bubbles so the vent tube is not clogged. Drop the pan looks at the filter it was not that bad flood was nice and bright red. Higher mileage transmission it was service throughout its life from the original owner that my buddy bought it from they have replaced the valve body a year-and-a-half ago maybe. Any idea I've worked actually leaking from where the bellhousing in the motor connect? Any insight from anyone would be great.. I wasn't really paying attention cuz I was just glad to have it done but if it's over full this is what'll happen right.. I'll have to ask my buddy if he's did a self leveling while it's warm.. other than that man I'm I'm up in arms on what's going on with this tranny I don't do Fords I play with Chevy's 4064 a lady 700 r4 s400 turbo never had a trans problem with like this before..

[@iamdjnam]

Sometimes the torque converter swear a groove into the input and a new seal is not adequate. Happens all the time on older Lexus cars.

[@keith6943]

It need a rebuild, the input shaft bearings worn, input shaft not turning true, got a wobble when turning cause of wear and tear, wobble causing seal to fail. So if you keep just doing seal it will be sure to keep trashing new seal relatively quickly. National will love you for it, you wallet maybe not so much. There was a reason that the seal on the input shaft started leaking and you fixed the result, you didn't fix what caused the result. Good luck bro.

[@BadRonald1]

What was that pump ? How do you make that ?

[@iamdjnam]

That’s the secret sauce 😈

[@JorgeOchoa-jo6dy]

💯

[@user-mp2rh3sw4j]

How do we lift back ???

[@iamdjnam]

Rear diff

[@davidenglert2799]

wondering if you have a good video on transmission removal and install on the explorers

[@iamdjnam]

I wish. I have 2 steel rods in my back so unfortunately a transmission swap would be too much for me. I’d gladly pay the $1000 to have a shop do it.

[@steves5355]

They're not real fun

[@voice_crack_gamer6937]

I broke my breaker bar trying to spin off the bolts for the strut on my explorer

[@iamdjnam]

I skinned my knuckles on exhaust bolts today

[@johnlogan1776]

Actually have a question about my 05 4.0, it is quiet until it gets warmed up, then it rattles, it's quiet as a church mouse until warm, u ever run into that

[@iamdjnam]

Yeah because the oil pressure is around 60psi when cold keeping the chains tight. When it warms up it drops to around 10.

[@johnlogan1776]

@@iamdjnam here's my thought, if my motor is quiet until the oil pressure drops due to hot oil, do I need to replace the chains and guides, as it sounds fine when cold, the front cassette is in good shape, and I bought a complete chain and tensioners set, but it was cheap, I'm thinking the guides and cassittes are all I am going to replace, and keep the stock chains, will this cure the rattle, or should I just buy higher quality chains, my explorer is lifted with 33 in tire

[@iamdjnam]

Buy a full chain/tensioner/component kit. The factory chains stretch and will still make faint noise even with new tensioners and guides.

[@johnlogan1776]

I have a complete chain kit with cassettes and all , but it is the lowest priced version, have you used the cheap kit? Hate to waste all the effort and it fails

[@iamdjnam]

Yeah it’s garbage. Get the $200+ kits. I used one that was $49 and it’s still going but I can swap these in less than a day.

[@michi4640]

Do you do it in park

[@iamdjnam]

Yup

[@chriss.3476]

I just installed a transmission from the junkyard and I had to pull the pan so I assumed I would be putting in five quarts as the trans should be pretty empty. I've only put three and a half quarts of new fluid in and it's already a full stream coming out (cold) like yours was when you said it was overfilled. I'm not sure if I should keep putting more in. Thoughts?

[@iamdjnam]

Is it at a heated idle? The pan itself should hold around 6. Go thru the gears and let the solenoid fill.

[@chriss.3476]

@@iamdjnam no, it was cold. I broke the stupid hand pump in the middle of doing the 4th quart. So I took the nipple out, thinking it was not going to leak since I hadn't done 5 yet and it was pouring out of the fill hole. I put the little plug in real quick but you can see my confusion...

[@iamdjnam]

@@chriss.3476 needs to be warm.

[@chriss.3476]

@@iamdjnam so when it's warm, it WON'T leak?

[@iamdjnam]

When it’s warm it’ll take more fluid that’s why in my video I specifically mentioned the temperature and how long I’ve let it idle

[@createfun6533]

I got a 08 ford explorer, got it from an older guy who had it serviced every 3 months... had it for a little over a year now and was wondering if it would be okay to get the fluid and filter changed? Haven't done it yet and it's a high mileage vehicle. It runs good and was well taken care of. So to late to worry about the filter you think or still good? Appreciate any help.

[@iamdjnam]

If it’s high mileage I wouldn’t risk it.

[@steves5355]

Did he ever have the transmission serviced, I mean it sounds like he stayed up on everything if so how many miles ago that will tell you if you need to do it or don't risk

[@faizanmughal3023]

Hey brother , I owned Explorer 08 , recently I top up my transmission fluid whiteout opening the pan , after that my transmission started giving loud noise , can you please advise what went wrong and what should I do now , gear shifting also affected with a bit delay.

[@iamdjnam]

Could be overfilled or wrong fluid was used.

[@faizanmughal3023]

@@iamdjnam yes you are right it was overfilled , today I went to the technician and gave him a hard time in explaining , it was more then a liter extra , today I removed the excess oil , but the sound is still coming same like metal squeaking sound

[@kevinkelleher8805]

I have to take the risk I got 210,000 miles on the thing trans fluid never been touched and it started slipping bad

[@vernonfindlay1314]

Your hair full f transmission fluid, an excuse for a full haircut. Happy Tuesday.

[@rne4life529]

How many quarts you used?

[@iamdjnam]

6ish. But don’t go by that. Fill it until the trans tells you it’s full.

[@rne4life529]

@@iamdjnam thanks

[@petersmith7140]

same procedure as a BMW tranny, cant understand why manufacturers seem to hate the idea of a dipstick and tube ???

[@walterkister-qy8cd]

Need a used transmission and a rear timing chain tensor before it breaks 115kmilage front was done at 80 let me know if you are interested

[@iamdjnam]

Nah sorry

[@walterkister-qy8cd]

Can’t hurt to ask your channel is great keep it up ! does the front cross member have to come out with a o6 explorer and do you know what size the o2 sensor are loos like I have to remove the passenger side to get to the manifold bolts. Where should I get the rear cassette from dealer? Thanks Walter

[@roukenthesaiyan]

Doesnt this transmission requires 13 quartz ??

[@iamdjnam]

That’s assuming total flush. Not a simple pan drop.

[@calvinpryor]

I've seen some other sources/sites where they say not all of the fluid will come out by draining so you have to put in as much fluid as you can, drive it a bit, drain again, top off with new fluid, drive it again, etc etc....repeat this 2-3 times, so all the fluid in the trans is displaced by new fluid.

[@iamdjnam]

It’s true. But if you change it like this every 30k the trans literally will last such a long time.

[@louiswilson6950]

Pulled it & Realized Somethin' Bigger than that is Supposed to be Inserted in that ...What !

[@iamdjnam]

I’m lost lol

[@intrepjc]

The fuking man !!!

[@iamdjnam]

🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@bobbywomac313]

If you don't like getting you're curls greasy don't fix on cars bud! Jp😂😂

[@kenw7227]

You are a goofball, why does everyone like hearing themselves talk. Looking at the younger generation, maybe talking to them like kindergartners is appropriate.

[@iamdjnam]

Boomer

[@Tybearyjjout]

Being a mechanic or just doing that type of work is a test in patience, just know going in that most of the job may not go smoothly, flip Ole Murphy off a couple times and you can go back at it. Ha! 40 + years of bending wrenches is very mmmmm. You will see, you have good common sense and never forget to look outside the box. Fix it ideas will come to you in REM sleep, learn a remembering technique like yelling brazos or something when the answer to your problems plays out in front of you. In this case maybe --"CRAZY 4.0"-.