Should I change my transmission fluid in my f150?
Should I change my transmission fluid in my f150?
It is recommended that you change the transmission fluid in your Ford F-150 every 30,000-60,000 miles. That comes out to about every 2-4 years.
When to change transmission fluid in a Ford F150?
Service interval is 150k for tranny. I might do mine at 100k, but no way at 50k or before…. I’ve never seen a machine that pushes fluid backwards against the TC. The one’s I’ve seen couple into the cooler and just replace the old fluid with new. The pan is usually dropped to change the filter and/or wash the screen.
When to change transmission, transfer case and differential fluids?
After 3 years the truck has 57,000 miles and 45,000 miles are towing (less than 6,000lbs). So I was thinking to change the transmission, transfer case and differential fluids. I looked online ( see link below) and it says that I should not bother until I hit 150,000 miles!!! is that for real ? or is Ford playing tricks on me?
Where is the transmission dip stick on a Ford F-150?
This process applies to the 4R7xx family of transmissions on the F-150 as well as the newer 6R80. Ford F-250 transmissions—like the 5R110W and the 6R140—are similar regardless of engine configuration. Figure 1. The transmission fluid dip stick is visible in the engine bay on 2004-2010 F-150’s. Figure 2.
Is it possible to DIY a transmission fluid change?
It is possible to DIY but its worth the $150 to get it done with the right machine. unfortunately, vinny is right. these trucks don’t have filters anymore, it’s a screen that captures the junk. the only way to clear it is to have the truck serviced & flushed (backwards) to clear the screen.
Service interval is 150k for tranny. I might do mine at 100k, but no way at 50k or before…. I’ve never seen a machine that pushes fluid backwards against the TC. The one’s I’ve seen couple into the cooler and just replace the old fluid with new. The pan is usually dropped to change the filter and/or wash the screen.
How to change the transmission filter in a F150?
Relatively quick video on how to change the fluid and filter in your 6r80 transmission in your 2009 – 2014 F150. This should be the same procedure for any other vehicle with this transmission. The bolts holding the transmission pan on are 8mm.
This process applies to the 4R7xx family of transmissions on the F-150 as well as the newer 6R80. Ford F-250 transmissions—like the 5R110W and the 6R140—are similar regardless of engine configuration. Figure 1. The transmission fluid dip stick is visible in the engine bay on 2004-2010 F-150’s. Figure 2.
What should the transmission temperature be in a Ford F-150?
Late model F-150s have the option to check transmission temperature from the information display. Temperatures between 170° and 200° are considered normal. Be sure to check your transmission fluid after driving around for a bit! Check your fluid level with the transmission dipstick after it’s warmed up.
