Ford 5R55S Transmission Problems Fix - 5R55N Hard Shifting Engagement

[@viperBSG]

Just saying, the plate taken off of the top of the solenoid @6:27 warps so check it that it's flat you may need to replace it if it's not flat.

[@LiilTyweezy]

what about this thump or kick when coming to a quick stop

[@unicomp5705]

Good detail if you just want to remove the pan and do a filter and fluid change. I have a 2003 Ford Explorer V6 Auto 2WD. Mike in LA, Calif

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[@MustangGuy1996]

My 05 mustang with this same transmission shifts completely fine in all forward gears but reverse takes exactly 15 seconds to engage…no more no less and it only does this when the engines warmed up. When reverse does engage it’s very smooth it doesn’t slam into gear…Also it will go into reverse immediately with no delay when cold starting. I’ve already changed the filter and replaced the fluid twice. No flashing O/D light, no check engine light and no slipping/delayed gear engagement in drive. Just this weird problem with reverse. It’s been this way for almost a year since I bought the car and it hasn’t gotten any worse. What in the world could be causing this???

[@Thelegendking-yj4bm]

06 mustang gt same transmission o/d light flashing any ideas?

[@LWEST253]

@@Thelegendking-yj4bm Servo bore?

[@jenwoolee3215]

Have you found the reason? My 05 does similar but a little worst. Forward is fine. Delay engage on the reverse and slip while giving gas.

[@benniewilliams2019]

OK when cold and not OK when warmed up?...hmmm? Is it possible that you overfilled your transmission? Being that the fluid expands when it reaches operating temp, it may be to proper level when COLD but over full when at operating temp. Just sayin'!

[@johnsguitarmusicanddemos]

So to fix this.... it is replacing the shift solenoid? The Ford Explorer is my favorite SUV but I hate this problem.

[@GK7GARAGE]

Yes the part is a common problem

[@leonivich]

Well explained and understandable... Even for a novice like me!

[@keithdowns6365]

is this an identical fix to a 2003 mountaineer transmission shift obstacle mine has a slow shift engagement timeframe shifting down into first gear and usually only when warm but turning overdrive off seems to eliminate problem

[@1998gst4611]

GK7 question, so exactly what symptoms were you having on the transmission when driving the explorer on the road? I have an issue with my 2006 Ford Explorer it has the 5R55S transmission 4.0 v6 motor when i drive it and does it every now and then when i come to a complete stop at a traffic light and when i start accelerating the car wouldn't go in drive when i slowly put my foot on the gas pedal. About a second later or so the transmission catches gear and the vehicle starts to move, i don't know why it does that? Today i checked the trans fluid under the pan there was alot of the old trans fulid flowing out of it when i took the small t30 screw fitting out of it then i added almost a whole quart to it and a lot got wasted because i guess it was already full and more fluid started flowing out of the drain hole after filling it but i did not have the engine running and transmission at full temp like you did in the video. Are you suppose to have the engine running while adding transmission flluid?

[@GK7GARAGE]

Yes, engine has to be running with trans temp at 80-120 so the trans pump is running, I believe now your fluid is low, because it’s a lot more in the pan when engine is off..

[@gokuthebeast4237]

@@GK7GARAGE what's the name of the digital temp gun? Where did you got it?

[@tylersmock6839]

Did this fix your problem my explorer does the exact same thing

[@keeponkeepkeepingon8376]

*Hey - when you're installing/replacing the entire transmission/torque converter exactly how much transmission fluid is needed for this vehicle?*

[@EricK-tb2dn]

I'm not sure of the of exact number but it's 13-17 Qts I believe. You'll need to make sure you're filling the parts in the transmission with fluid to make they're saturated so you don't start it dry. Then follow the standard refill procedure (search here on KZbin lots of videos. Then you should be good, double check for leaks then maybe recheck after running for a bit to see if it dropped from filling any air pockets.

[@mikereynolds8361]

Yo I got a 2000 lincoln ls 3.9l v8 and I can't get the solenoid pack out like it's stuck or something and trust me I took all the bolt and shit out but is there a clip on the side or something like I don't want to force it out

[@sim7409]

how bout the o/d off dash light flashing & as a result,downshifting violently

[@captainsledge7554]

After this now i have no reverse, and it squeels in drive and acts like its gonna slip... i shut it off immediately. What would cause that? Air bubbles?

[@kodywright1397]

If reverse is not working at all would you suggest this as a fix?

[@Parche_911]

What is the symptom? I want to buy one, but has a problem with third gear/shift and the seller said something about to scan the car and the issue can be something minor, thats how I ended up in this vid and I don’t know a thing about mechanics

[@bhauk9626able]

I have a 07 ford sport track with a 5r55s trans it had a hard shift so I replaced it with the updated servos now it won't shift out of 1st. I tried to do a manual tcm reset but I couldn't find good Instructions I don't know if it's that or if something went bad. I did alot or studying and talking to people thats why i leaned to the servos, it is a common problem with that trans. . help?

[@marxandrews5074]

I have fordexplxer 2004 a and shifting. I to neutral is the problem .Will changing fluid intermission clear up the problem it has 274780 miles the car(Ford exlpoer).

[@LuisC-eq7oj]

What was the problem before replacing this Solenoid? I have the same transmission on my 2009 Mustang 4.0. It won’t go into Drive or Reverse only 1-3 manual gear.

[@GK7GARAGE]

In your case maybe the servo is bad

[@kingspin14]

i got a question my 06 explorer the wrench symbol comes on dashboard and itll shift to drive and reverse but it’ll get stuck it’s like there’s a disconnect its bot bumping i to gear or slipping out its like the transmission is not sending the right signal to the electronics in the vehicle to tell it to switch gears or switch to drive and reverse

[@tomascharles5080]

Do you have to go through the gear shifting even if you just change the fluid.

[@GK7GARAGE]

Yes, anytime fluid is changed

[@tomascharles5080]

Thanks for the info.

[@shaunhuckabee5904]

Does this also fix the harsh reverse lurch? My LS just started doing this last week. I checked my fluid level once warm with the car running and it looked brand new still.

[@bugayev]

como saber cuando hay un recalentamiento en la transmisión?

[@yorriamo]

3:40 damn that fluid looks like it hasn’t been changed since the truck left the assembly line.

[@Thelegendking-yj4bm]

Did u have to have it lifted on all 4 tires ?

[@williamedwards6519]

so..." How to fix 5R55s transmission problems" the answer is, persom a trans fluid change, rebuild the cylinders, but don't show anyone..." what about your transmission cooler? Band adjustments?

[@azizkh8137]

Is it the same transmission like on a Jaguar S-type V8 4.0?

[@josephmadrid6302]

Excellent thank you

[@sadboycali]

I have a 2004 ford explorer awd xlt sport. It does shift weird when driving under 50. Once I go over 50 60 then coast down a hill and I let go of the gas pedal completely the rpm drop to zero and stalls the engine. I went over 60 once and I let go of the pedal and put the car in neutral while still coasting and the engine didn't stall. Will this fix that issue as well?

[@jakailahcalhoun5719]

I have a 2003 Mercury Mountaineer and it won't go in reverse or drive but it goes in 3 2 1 I've checked the transmission fluid and everything is fine no shavings in the transmission fluid and I don't know where the sensors are

[@bhauk9626able]

My truck is stuck in first gear no matter what I do it will not come out. Would the solenoid pack cause this kind of problem?

[@vernonfindlay1314]

It might,now this is 11 months since you ask. My o2 4.6 shift slip on two,got a used pack,it would not go beyond 1st gear. Lots of frigging around put back original solioid pack shifts again, just 2nd cranky. If I ease up on the gas it shifts,something about pressure. Thinking hard on getting it rebuilt, my wife rolls her eyes,but the Explorer great shape for nova scotia. Have great week.

[@fobboy5405]

Thanks for this.

[@redman4life91]

For me I have a Ford Explorer 2010 that had the gears slipping and the hard shifting on first and second gear, I took it to the local garage they said that they fixed the problem although what they fixed is just the gear slipping, they fixed the gears slipping but not the hard shifting and let’s not speak of the check engine light EDIT:check engine light code p0191 was causing the hard shifting, idk how

[@proud2bepinoy18]

Try to replace intermediate shaft sensor that is in the transmission i replace mine and it works the slipping was gone and the orange wrench is gone too

[@redman4life91]

@@proud2bepinoy18 i fixed mine It’s just that I have a problem with the fuel system

[@peterssynthetics-independe6786]

Try using Amsoil ATF. Get with me for an assessment.

[@redman4life91]

@@peterssynthetics-independe6786 the transmission i was speaking about suffered a full system failure and had to be changed, apparently it was an 04 tranny on a 2010

[@peterssynthetics-independe6786]

@@redman4life91 I am very sorry that happened to you and had to soend money on a new trans. Use Amsoil and change regularly and you can go literally millions of miles with hardly any wear. Too good to be true? Just try it.

[@jayearnhardt9790]

What about the relearn procedure and a reoccuring code po745

[@dawinder.dhaliwal.52]

My car is not moving on gear d and gear r, When i am shift the gear Car is start but after shift the gear in D or N its not moving ? You know the reason

[@traviswilliams9104]

I have a 2005 4.0.. it drives in 1 2 3 gears but barely moves in drive and reverse..

[@GK7GARAGE]

Ohh, that may not be a good sign, I would have a transmission shop professionally diagnose it

[@ovg8824]

I have no reverse all other gears work well what's the problem I can hear a spinning sound no revers let me know

[@theskiviking9007]

Reverse band end probably broke. Drop the pan and the four bolts on the round reverse servo. Push the lever and see if the band tightens or not.

[@jenwoolee3215]

Same issue, have you found the reason?

[@amanadhikari2570]

My 2010 ford explorer AT blinks OD light while driving . Tried changing solenoid, speed sensor and the whole valve body as well still the issue didn't resolved. Can this be due to a faulty ECU or TCM?

[@フリョゴメス]

I have the same problem. Were you able to fix it? What was it?

[@amanadhikari2570]

@@フリョゴメス Yes I was able to fix it. I had to change the whole ECU kit and then it went off. So my problem was due to a faulty ECU kit! I hope you get it resolved soon

[@mikedecastro3232]

How did you get the solenoid out?

[@GK7GARAGE]

A bunt of torx bolts

[@randalljohnson78]

When I put it in drive it shuts off

[@SuperBeastin247]

Does the car have to be level before topping off trans fluid?

[@vernonfindlay1314]

For sure yes,did you get it filled

[@SuperBeastin247]

@@vernonfindlay1314 yea but didn’t manage to fix it unfortunately

[@vernonfindlay1314]

@SuperBeastin247 my Explorer about the same slow shift on 2nd,and overdrive. Still have said vehicle, thinking about getting it rebuilt. Have a good week.

[@SuperBeastin247]

@@vernonfindlay1314 could also be a worn out servo sleeve

[@vernonfindlay1314]

@SuperBeastin247 farted around with the solenoids, as I learned more,they were my thoughts. Plus I work at a Ford dealership, and the bands are a consern,the fluid is very clean. The shop scanned the Explorer, code po 732,you can ease of the gas,second shift happens. Thanks.

[@majorbaggalert9017]

Can this fix the 2nd and 5th gear to stop slipping

[@longwanilongwani3972]

I have the same problem.

[@umm4134]

Torque converter is failing

[@Oz_Legend_Outdoors]

Did you have a p0745 code?

[@sonyawear3881]

Po741 is what we think it was.

[@GK7GARAGE]

no i didnt have any codes in my case

[@thadondotta337]

I replaced my trans fluid and filteron my 06 explorer 4.0 now it wont go into any gear smh

[@GK7GARAGE]

Try reset, I have another video on resetting it

[@oSMILEYox]

thats what happened to my dads 05 explorer.. he did a transmission flush now the transmission acting funny when you start driving the car

[@Jacob-yb5fu]

I’m having the same issue same car did you figure out what was the problem ?

[@THETRUTH-hg9mf]

Should do a follow up video

[@bms3910]

Got this code p0791 on a 04 aviator I can’t find that sensor location anywhere can anyone help me it’s supposed to be intermediate shaft speed sensor A

[@save2rave61]

You should put links to the pump. And you can be an affiliate and make money.

[@jessemendieta4470]

I have a 2005 and it won't catch reverse..

[@GK7GARAGE]

Maybe reverse servo is broken

[@jenwoolee3215]

Same issue, have you found the reason?

[@matthewl67]

You said you would post if this repair worked, I am just seeking a follow up as I have an explorer in my shop acting funny and throwing a solenoid code.

[@GK7GARAGE]

It worked great 3000 miles later still good... hope this helps

[@johnsguitarmusicanddemos]

@@GK7GARAGE definitely useful but is this an issue with the same year Ford Explorer but with a V8 engine? I heard is only the 4.0 liters doing this.

[@garycropper8519]

GK7 DIY i am having an issue with my transmission, it doesn’t seem to be slipping but the check transmission light comes on and the od light flashes. Any help would be appreciated.

[@フリョゴメス]

@@garycropper8519 I got the same problem. Were you able to fix it? What was it?

[@ovg8824]

Please let me know I dont have the funds to do it

[@bobbieknott4643]

I need someone to help me do this!!

[@keithburningbush6456]

My 04 lincoln ls same shit

[@stainzwestside9154]

Mine too have you found any answers? My shit bangs into gear like bad man. I just replaced the entire transmission with a used one and it's doing the same

[@patabney7580]

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