How do you change transmission fluid in a Late Model Ford?

If it is a late model, remove the lower line, attach a rubber hose over the end of the line. Put the end of the hose in a bucket that holds at least 16 qt. Start the engine and watch the fluid come out of the hose. When the steady stream starts to trickle shut the engine off. Fill the trans. with 8 qt. of fluid.

How long does it take to fill the trans.line?

Fill the trans. with 8 qt. of fluid. Start the engine again and run it until the fluid trickles and shut the engine off. This should take 1-3 min. Now reinstall the trans. line, fill the trans.with 4 qt. of fluid, start the engine and recheck the fluid.

How long does it take to flush transmission fluid?

When the steady stream starts to trickle shut the engine off. Fill the trans. with 8 qt. of fluid. Start the engine again and run it until the fluid trickles and shut the engine off. This should take 1-3 min.

Do you need to shift the Trans pump?

You shouldn’t need to shift the trans as the trans pump will work in park and or neutral. It is easier if you pump out a measured amount of one or two litres at a time into a measured transparent container (old trans fluid container) stopping between ever measured amount and topping up the same amount in new fluid.

How do you flush transmission fluid out of radiator?

Add two quarts of fresh fluid to the transmission. Wait until no more transmission fluid is flowing from the radiator or disconnected hose (meaning all the old fluid and the two new quarts are flushed out) and shut off the engine. Reconnect the transmission fluid line to the radiator and tighten the screw on the hose clamp to secure the line.

How to change the transmission filter and flush?

Add 2 gallons of fluid to the pan. Remove the cooling line return (the fitting on the back of the transmission, not the bypass tube.). I used a short section of hose over this tube, put the other end of the hose in a 5 gallon bucket.

Can a fluid flush fix an internal transmission problem?

» A fluid flush will not repair an internal transmission problem. » A fluid flush is a preventative maintenance procedure, not a cure all solution. » A flush is not recommended for certain high mileage vehicles. » A transmission flush is typically performed using a specialized flush machine.

How long does it take to flush a transmission?

Put the end of the hose in a bucket that holds at least 16 qt. Start the engine and watch the fluid come out of the hose. When the steady stream starts to trickle shut the engine off. Fill the trans. with 8 qt. of fluid. Start the engine again and run it until the fluid trickles and shut the engine off. This should take 1-3 min.

How is a transmission flush different from a filter change?

» A transmission fluid flush is different from a fluid and filter change. » A fluid flush will not repair an internal transmission problem. » A fluid flush is a preventative maintenance procedure, not a cure all solution. » A flush is not recommended for certain high mileage vehicles.

What kind of fluid does Ford Explorer use?

Ford Mercon V is the fluid required for this transmission. In this video I show you how to fill and adjust the 5R55S after a repair that has required a fluid drain or loss. If you follow this procedure you will have no issues with the proper fill level of the 5R55S.

How does a transmission flush machine work on a car?

A transmission flush machine uses high pressure along with a cleaning agent to flush the old fluid out of the transmission while simultaneously cleaning the internal parts. During this process, the high-pressure cleaning does such a thorough job that it dislodges dirt and debris that the transmission’s internal pump is not strong enough to do.

How do you change transmission fluid in a Late Model Ford?