Ford Escape Transmission Fluid Change | 6F35 It was NASTY!!! Routine Maintenance Service is Needed

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@TheJosepius21 9 ай бұрын

I did the same drain and fill on my 2013 Ford Escape at 50,000 miles. If I’d know sooner I would have done this at 30,000 miles. The fluid came out clear red at first and then it started to come out darker. When I poured the fluid into the container that I was using, I noticed a lot of metallic particles. You will want to do this at least 3 times. It was after the third time I did the drain and fill that there was no more metal particles. These metal particles are in between your gears causing heat, noise and wear n tear. My car ran quieter, shifted smoother with less hard shifts going uphill and my MPG improved. This transmission “6F35” has a 9 quart capacity. When you drain it however, only about 4 quarts comes out. If you do the math, it’s about 3 drain and fills to remove most of the old fluid. I drove the car a few days in between the drain and fills. You don’t have to but I did use ProLong transmission treatment. I used the same Valvoline synthetic Mercon LV fluid. You can use Motorcraft also. I didn’t use Motorcraft because I could not verify that it was a synthetic fluid. It’s probably very good and has additives specifically for this transmission but synthetic was important to me. I work at a Ford dealer and have access to lots of info but I couldn’t verify anywhere that Motorcraft was or wasn’t synthetic. I have 100,000 miles right now and I’m going to do another 2 or 3 drain and fills. Depending how the fluid looks. The issue he mentions is a sticking front piston if my memory serves me. It will prevent it from going into gear, specifically to drive at the start.

@daveerrington5166 2 жыл бұрын

Valvoline max life is a great fluid and is very universal for all vehicles. All of transmission fluid changes I’ve done in my life never had a problem

@Anthonythesider Жыл бұрын

So is amsoil

@Mr-Faraz92 6 ай бұрын

This is not Maxlife Multi vehicle, person shown in video is different but most of the peoples are using Valvoline maxlife multi vehicle, but now I confused i have 2013SEL 2L escape

@elmexicanodelnorte5333 4 ай бұрын

@@Mr-Faraz92 use mercon LV

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

@@Mr-Faraz92as long as it’s Mercon LV or Low Viscosity spec you’re good. It’s synthetic. I used Valvoline Max Life as well and it specifically said Mercon LV type.

@joshuac837 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the detail in this video! I have been looking for that fill port for weeks!

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it helped you out! Really it's a horrible design. "Planned obsolescence" all for making money on dealer maintenance or replacement parts.

@sportsprincess5988 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I’m changing my transmission fluid in my 2014 Ford Escape. It has no dipstick. I don’t care what I have to do. I’m not spending $100 to have it done with I can do it myself for like $30-40

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I sure wasn't about to drop 3x the money to bring it to the dealer to have this done either. It's pathetic manufacturers aren't adding dipsticks to the transmissions lately but it's their way of 'forcing' dealer maintenance to get even more money from you.

@sportsprincess5988 2 жыл бұрын

@@JrZCarZ as a female when I’m working on my car I get ask if I know what I’m doing. It’s pretty annoying. This really isn’t that hard of job as long as you have the proper tools and fluid and follow the steps. I think this is something anyone can do, they don’t want to take the time to do it which is fine but it saves so much money. It’s a pain but it’s a doable job you can do yourself.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

I was quoted $623 plus tax at a garage to change the fluid in the transmission, PTU and rear differential (mine is AWD). I said screw that and have spent less than $100 in all the right fluids. I have done this and the PTU; need to do the rear differential.

@warfarematador30 11 ай бұрын

Best video I’ve seen so far, very detailed and well explained!!! Thank you sir, for taking the time, helped me out a ton!!

@JrZCarZ 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I'm glad it helped you out!

@TheRealJohnMadden 7 ай бұрын

Great video! I've been meaning to do this for a while, but I could not find the vent port for the life of me, even after following Hayne's instructions. After being quoted almost $250 for my local shop to do this, I knew it was something I'm better off doing myself.

@JrZCarZ 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, I'm glad it'll help you out and save you money cause $250 to do this at a shop is a ripoff when you can do it for 1/4 the price.

@solisproductions_3922 Жыл бұрын

My wifes 2015 ford escape just started hard shifting at 142k it doesnt do it all the time just rarley but i am doing this work today thanks for the informative video I am thinking of adding a lucas additive to the transmission and drive it till the tranny grenades it was a good vehicle never gave me any problems till now. Owned it for 5 years and made me good money definitely paid itself off driving it 140 miles a day

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Unfortunately the transmissions are one of the weak links with these cars.

@DG-fe4ht 2 ай бұрын

Guy says “ford recommends a 30,000 mile atf change” …. This statement is incorrect bc Ford recommends a 150,000 mile atf change as stated in the owner’s manual.

@lojr2 Ай бұрын

There is a “severe service” schedule in the manual that says 30k. I thought it was also at 150,000 but found that 30k in the manual.

@DG-fe4ht 29 күн бұрын

@@lojr2ok, if you say so.. I only saw the 150k interval.

@hatsgaming93 28 күн бұрын

@@DG-fe4ht regardless that was nasty ATF I couldn't imagine waiting until 150k so if you did read that it's useless knowledge now knowing you saw it first hand

@hatsgaming93 28 күн бұрын

@@DG-fe4ht you're just proving the dudes point that Ford has no idea what they're talking about stating a 150k change if it already looks this bad... kind of a weird defense.. I'd say a money grab for them

@adamthedad7944 Жыл бұрын

Thanks dude, appreciate the work you put into making this video. Helped me out.

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I'm glad it helped you out!

@CreatingExcellence Жыл бұрын

I use Castrol Transmax that comes in a 4qt jug. Great stuff.

@newfie-dean5803 5 ай бұрын

It doesn’t matter if you overfill it because you let it run out to a drip. If you remove 4 quarts it’s best to add 4.25 back in and let any excess drain out after it’s been driven for a bit and is checked while running and hot.

@JrZCarZ 3 ай бұрын

It does matter if you overfill it and not check it properly, leaving it overfilled. I agree though if you overfill the trans and have the check hole open it will eventually get to the correct level

@StefanieDiaz-q5x 11 ай бұрын

I will be changing the transmission fluid, but today I went to start the car and when I pressed break to go into reverse gear shift just kept shifting and wouldn’t “catch” any shifts but I could move it back to park.

@JrZCarZ 11 ай бұрын

Are you sure you had enough fluid in it?

@goldenmanuever1176 3 ай бұрын

I did this on my 2014 Escape 2.0. I leveled it perfectly on level ground at the right temp of 180* to 200*. Sometimes I get a transmission fluid smell in the vents...have you had that happen? I am thinking that I must have gotten some on the frame. Just concerned because I have had issues with another car in which I was told that smell was the transmission "venting" because it was overfilled.

@JrZCarZ 3 ай бұрын

@@goldenmanuever1176 I would check where is going from to make sure you're not leaking fluid anywhere first.

@flyer8493 10 ай бұрын

On newer cars, the transmission fluid will turn dark like that real fast. Not sure how many miles are on this car but that’s normal. The pickup truck, suv talk channel had a master mechanic install a larger oil pan on a Silverado with the 10 speed. He said that fluid check plugs are more accurate at checking fluid levels than dip sticks are.

@JrZCarZ 10 ай бұрын

At the time this had like 75k miles on it. Not really sure of the maintenance done before I bought it.

@devondelgado1818 5 ай бұрын

Yeah the fluid turn dark pretty fast but not nearly pitch black tho, more like a darker red/brown. That’s fluid looks like it has 200k and it’s never been touched.

@robertnicholson1525 8 ай бұрын

Very good video unless I missed it as watching on my cell. Was advised put through P,R,N,D,1,2 for a bit. Then reverse to park then check levels. Im about to do mine but I'll use Ford oil. As only half drains don't want to mix.

@JrZCarZ 8 ай бұрын

You can do that, but it's not necessary if it's just a fluid drop and refill. Now if you drained the torque converter as well that would be a must.

@richanderson2048 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for make this video! You help people with automotive repair and maintenance

@JrZCarZ 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! I'm glad it helps people out 👍

@richanderson2048 4 ай бұрын

@@JrZCarZ Easiest transmission fluid change ever I’ve done.

@SunnySide1701 5 ай бұрын

I have a 2014 Ford Escape with 137,000 miles. I was not aware that transmission fluid changes also needed to be performed on top of regular oil changes. With that said, should I perform a transmission fluid drain and fill at this point? I spoke with a Ford Technician who mentioned that it may be best not to. However, I find it odd to just continue driving with old fluid. Increasing the chance of something happening. There is so much back and forth on this topic. Any professional thoughts?

@JrZCarZ 5 ай бұрын

Maintenance is the key to longevity, especially with a transmission that has no 'routinely serviceable' filter. Of course they say don't change the fluid, because WHEN the trans fails, it's a couple thousand dollars of percentage commission paid service. My personal opinion, I would do a drain and fill with Mercon V approved fluid, drive it for and oil change interval, then do it again. DO NOT have a service department do a flush. That's just asking for bad things to happen. Doing a drain and refill introduces new, clean fluid little by little and doesn't artificially push fluid through the system like a power flush would with the equipment they use.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

@@JrZCarZI believe this unit is supposed to be Mercon LV; Mercon V is for older cars.

@in1stw020 6 ай бұрын

bought mine at 160k, hitting 180k. Should I do a fluid service? should I just check the level and top it off? It was a fleet vehicle previously so I don't have info if the fluid has been changed previously.

@JrZCarZ 6 ай бұрын

If you don't know the service history, it's always best to do a service so you when it was done last to keep on top of maintenance.

@brianjarvis7411 4 ай бұрын

I have a 2016 escape. I am hoping my trans is not shot. When everything is cool, trans is good but after 15 minutes and the trans is warming up, I hear a whining noise and then the trans slips and car does not move. Then it repeats itself after the car sits. I will attempt the fluid change as its blackand doubt this was serviced. Car has 103,000 miles. Hopefully I can save the trans.

@JrZCarZ 4 ай бұрын

I would start off with some clean fluid and see what happens.

@helifixer206 Жыл бұрын

Serviced my wife's 2018 escape trans at 38,000 KM (26,000 miles) for the first time and it came out looking exactly like your fluid. Using Amsoil signature series trans fluid, had good luck with it so far. I am going to start changing it every second year (10-15K KMS) because that fluid obviously picks up a lot of contamination. Oh yeah the PTU gear oil was cooked as well... Then there is the rear differential fluid that is extremely hard to replace. Not a fan of servicing this car that is for sure, real pain in the butt.

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Yep, service is key on any vehicle but this one seems to be a PITA to keep up on service.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

The PTU is synthetic 75W-140 gear oil and it’s very important to change it at the same interval because it has less than 1 quart capacity and is exposed to a lot of heat from the turbo; transmission and exhaust because it is located in the middle of them all.

@a.p.3439 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video! If the 6F35 transmission is so vulnerable, why doesn't Ford mandate an oil change? Why does Ford/GM build converter transmissions without a replaceable filter at all? That's negligent. Are the transmissions from other manufacturers such as ZF or Mercedes worse that they install a replaceable oil filter or what is the point here? Is it a cost issue?

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

Planned obsolescence..... if they make a transmission that is fully serviceable, people would take care if it better. If they take care of it better they don't fail and don't need replacement = less money for them. The big money is in replacement parts not original purchase.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

They do mandate a fluid change but at 150K miles which is ridiculous.

@luggyruggykawasukiegaming3445 14 күн бұрын

Is there anyway to install after market dip stick? Thinking about doing this my self however i dont have level roads or driveway...

@mikeb1039 5 ай бұрын

getting the filler cap back in the hardest part by far. Great video except I can't tell where that check screw is located. Which I guess doesn't matter, cuz I'm not fitting under that car on the ground. ;)

@JrZCarZ 5 ай бұрын

Basically if you look at the driver's side of the transmission it will be right next to the axle.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

You can take the driver’s front wheel off and make sure the car is level. Measure it’s height to the ground with the front wheel on; take the wheel off and lower the jack until the car’s body is at the same distance to the ground as it is with the wheel on and do the leveling that way.

@oneshoe123 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the video, I've seen a few but this is the first one that says to have engine running when checking the level of the new fluid. Do you think it really matters if the fluid is hot? Thanks in advance.

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Yep, having the fluid hot will make a difference because the fluid will expand when it has temperature in it giving you a higher reading. You really don't want to run a trans with too much fluid in it.

@petefranco5919 Жыл бұрын

Video was great ! Helped me a lot thanks 👍

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

I'm glad it helped you out. Happy motoring. 👍

@LClaypool Жыл бұрын

My 2019 escape is just starting to make a hard to hear whine when accelerated. Only 25k miles. Had engine replaced under warranty 2 years ago. Also had an front drive axel/cv boot replaced a year ago. Don't see any visible leaks. Dealer in Atlanta wants car for 3 days to diagnose. If they think it is in the trans, it will take 8 weeks to get evaluated. Then however long to replace or fix trans. Would it be advised to just start w a trans fluid replacement and see what happens? That won't hurt it will it? Just figured we could look at the fluid that comes out and make an assessment. If its jet black or has something in it, then i can plan on it being gone for a while.

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Absolutely start with a fluid change and see what color fluid comes out, along with if the fluid looks glittery or has any chunks in it. With that low mileage, you shouldn't have as many issues as you have

@imsadlyalive3491 4 ай бұрын

Yet another place I get to look for my check level bolt :) (I can’t find it)

@JrZCarZ 4 ай бұрын

It's there, you just have to look for it 😁

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

Sometimes it can also be an Allen Head.

@Smalltownthings Ай бұрын

I know this video is old but I hope you can reply! Can I use jack stands to level the car out? Idk if you can do it with no jack or anything but mine is hard shifting 1-2 and 2-3 can’t afford to take it to a shop unfortunately Mine is the 2015 escape awd 1.6

@JrZCarZ Ай бұрын

@@Smalltownthings absolutely you can use Jack stands to level it out.

@Smalltownthings Ай бұрын

@@JrZCarZ thank you for the reply I appreciate it!

@scubathemc9178 11 ай бұрын

Man…thats rough not having a dipstick, i have a 2012 and came across this, mine has one its too bad they changed it up

@JrZCarZ 11 ай бұрын

Yea it really sucks they do this. A simple thing like a dipstick keeps people from wasting a rransmission

@ortizmarco82 Жыл бұрын

That was very helpful!!!! Thanks 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@Cliff-q6h 3 ай бұрын

can/t find that trans fluid levek bolt

@JrZCarZ 3 ай бұрын

The bolt should be there to keep the dipstick in. That is..... unless some dipstick didn't put it back in the last time it was checked 😁

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

Take the driver’s front wheel off and look next to the axle; it will be either a hex head as on this video or a larger Allen head (like 50).

@gustavolizarraga7575 2 жыл бұрын

Damn…. Im at 153k miles and have never changed it but my transmission is working perfectly fine. Should I still change it at this milage or should I better not do anything at all?

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

I would change the fluid. Just don't let anyone do a mechanical flush to it.

@gustavolizarraga7575 2 жыл бұрын

@@JrZCarZ Thank you, man. I will be changing the fluid myself just like you showed in the video. No flushing.

@deborahcuster8142 2 ай бұрын

tell me, how did it go. is it still doing good? or, did you have to get a new transmission. along with the complete flush?

@gustavolizarraga7575 2 ай бұрын

@@deborahcuster8142 It went pretty well, actually. I noticed a significant improvement in shifting after the change. I ended up selling the vehicle afterwards, but it made it to the 168k miles without problems.

@davidjsouth231 4 ай бұрын

I guess I’ll attempt this on my wife’s 2013 Escape. Where can I find the T screws to put the plastic shield back on? I took it off the wife’s car because it was dragging

@JrZCarZ 4 ай бұрын

You should be able to find them at any later store.

@davidjsouth231 4 ай бұрын

My parents have a 2014 and my dad said the ford dealership wouldn’t do it and his mechanic had trouble doing it. I told him it was just like an oil change

@JrZCarZ 4 ай бұрын

@@davidjsouth231 basically it's no different than an oil change. Drop the fluid, fill it back up, open the drain level screw and when it gets to about where it shows in the video it's good. Dealers don't want to do it cause they make more money replacing your trans WHEN it fails. If a mechanic has trouble doing it, then I would question their ability wrenching on a car in general.

@hashim_iraq 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video! Thank you sir.

@JrZCarZ 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@bobkadiddlehopper7788 11 ай бұрын

Man that fluid was bad....... I don't understand why manufacturers decided to get rid of a simple thing like a dipstick so you can check your fluid without it being a huge ordeal.

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

My understanding is that it is normal for Mercon LV to go dark sooner as compared to other automatic transmission fluids. Still; the 30K maintenance schedule is the way to go to “pay a little know” instead of “a lot later”.

@tomfoolery8393 2 жыл бұрын

I just got a 15 MKc, at 120,000. I just did my tranny oil. Got 4 quarts. It was dark, it seems to shift a little better. I think I will do it again in a couple weeks.

@elihamou6902 Жыл бұрын

I just did it also and it was black. 15 MKC 2.3 88k miles 1st drain had maybe 10min cooldown time from hot. Got 3.9qts Filled a gallon jug of maxlife. Drove 15min with basically no cooldown time and got about 4.3qts out, still black lol. I added another jug of max life plus a bit so about 4.2. I may do it again in 10k miles..

@andrewpowell5154 2 жыл бұрын

You the man! Thank you for the video!

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I have more videos coming from the Escape too.

@paulmorris8673 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video!

@JrZCarZ 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I hope it helped

@tomfoolery8393 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, 8 dollars. My Nissan was 22 a quart. I got the Motorcraft from Amazon for 35 a gallon

@supercrossrm27 11 ай бұрын

how come the manual says to change every 150k miles

@JrZCarZ 11 ай бұрын

That's NEVER the case unless you're looking to replace the trans. Even before all this sealed trans crap it was recommended to replace the fluid and filter around every 50k. Wherever you got that information from is a terrible source

@supercrossrm27 11 ай бұрын

it says literally in the owners manual look up ford escape 2015 manual @@JrZCarZ

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

@@JrZCarZactually the official service manual says that. That is criminal misinformation; I wonder how manufacturers dare to do that.

@thatdudeinblack8707 Жыл бұрын

How often should I change the transmission fluid if I daily drive it about 480 miles a day?

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

If you are driving 480 miles a day you are a better person than I am 😄. That being said, these "sealed" transmissions you should change every 30‐35k to keep the fluid nice and clean so it doesn't clog up that internal filter. Once that filter is filled with debris, you have to split the case to replace it, and if you are going that deep, it's time for a rebuild. Maintenance is the key to longevity on any car 👍

@thatdudeinblack8707 Жыл бұрын

@@JrZCarZ yeah my job is kinda crazy! I deliver car parts and my route is around 480 a night. Right on thank you

@CreatingExcellence Жыл бұрын

I change my Escape’s trans fluid every 10,000 miles. If you wait to 30,000 you should definitely do 2 drain and fills.

@cutabove9046 2 жыл бұрын

How about an update on your Hyundai? Did you take it to the dealer and take advantage of their lifetime warranty on the engine? Or, are you still stuck with the fact that you couldn't get it started?

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

The Hyundai is gone now. They didnt do a damn thing for me and my lack of trust in the brand left me with getting rid of it.

@cutabove9046 2 жыл бұрын

@@JrZCarZ So sorry this happened to you. Based on what has happened to you and many others I have read about I'll never buy a Hyundai, or a Kia. The right thing to have done is replace every single one of those engines whether they had blown up or not. It was only a matter of time before they all locked up. Of course just about every other manufacturer acts the same. The only real solution is to buy a vehicle with a stellar reputation for long life so you don't have to depend on the manufacturer's warranty. My next car will be a Toyota.

@mred3660 Жыл бұрын

29,000 on my wife’s and the fluid looks the same this is moving to every oil change until it’s red again and maybe every other change after that

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Maintenance is key!

@stevenewsam6698 Жыл бұрын

That is really dark fluid. How many miles?

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

At the time I think I had like 75k miles on the car, but I have no clue if it was done before that cause I bought it at 71k miles. My guess is it was never changed

@MOAON_AABE Жыл бұрын

I have a 2020 Ford escape, is it the same process???

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Should be

@MOAON_AABE Жыл бұрын

@@JrZCarZ awesome, that makes me feel much better, thank you so much!!!

@jeffdevault6596 Жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say you should have drained the torque converter.

@FiveJiggawatts 2 жыл бұрын

What engine ?

@JrZCarZ 2 жыл бұрын

The 1.6L Ecoboost

@stephenalbright6961 Жыл бұрын

Fords have been plagued with automatic transmission problems for years

@JrZCarZ Жыл бұрын

Pretty much EVERY manufacturer has all kinds of issues with their cars. Nothing is built to last anymore because of planned obsolescence and keeping the revolving door customer.

@newfie-dean5803 5 ай бұрын

@@JrZCarZthis is true. I laugh at the people who drive Hondas and Toyotas and think their cars are superior quality. All you have to do is google any of the automakers whether it’s Honda, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Audi, you name it, and ever single one of them have premature engine and transmission failures and other problems on top of that. These days it’s all built as disposable junk. And the government preaches saving the environment but turns a blind eye to all this waste that is bad for the environment. Why? Because they love collecting the tax revenues on new car sales and all the parts required to fix stuff. It’s the same with household appliances. They used to literally last decades without breaking down. Nowadays if you get 10 years from those, consider yourself lucky. I wish someone would start a company to produce genuine high quality appliances and another for high quality, durable vehicles. It would make the others smarten up!

@vayabroder729 Ай бұрын

@@newfie-dean5803you are so right! The ones talking about saving the environment are the same hypocrites pushing for this disposable technology that keeps raking in the bucks.

@tonycowger4560 8 ай бұрын

It's realy dumb on ford behalf to put the transmission filter inside the transmission very bumb

@JrZCarZ 8 ай бұрын

The majority of manufacturers are doing this now. My 08 Honda Odyssey has the same, and so did my 07 Pontiac Torrent

@s99614 25 күн бұрын

At least it has a drain plug.

@JrZCarZ 23 күн бұрын

That's definitely true! At least it's not these garbage 'lifetime' sealed non-servicable units that they have planned obsolence to make you buy a new trans or new car every couple years. Cars now are throw away items instead of being able to keep them for a long while with preventative maintenance. It's all about that money.....