Ford 6R60 & 6R80 Transmission Fluid and Filter Change
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- Опубліковано 8 сер 2014
- This is the Cheapest & Best alternative to fill the transmission-
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Here is the Suction Gun I Recommend-
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The 6R60 Filter can be bought Here-(check fitment guide)
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You can buy the 6R80 Trans Filter Here-(check fitment guide)
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Mercon SP Fluid can be bought Here-
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Mercon LV Fluid can be bought Here-
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In this video I go over in detail how to change the fluid and filter out on your Ford Six Speed Transmission.
Pan Bolt Torque- 97 in lbs
Filling and Adjusting the fluid-
• Ford 6R60 & 6R80 6 Spe...
Transmission Fluid Usages-
2006-2008 6R60- Mercon SP
2009- Present 6R80 Mercon LV
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Eight years later, this video is still helping people like me. Thanks for making this video. It helped me a lot!
I second that!! Thank you sir for all the help!
Do the 4.6 3v 2009 need to do the transmission change?
9yrs later still helping…. Thx ya Sir
@@manuelramirez8203yes everyone including that model need transmission fluid changes.
If anyone ever has doubts about this guy, you are wrong this guy is the BEST. Followed his video on Timing chains and valve cover gaskets and followed it, came out perfect... This guy is a savior to ford
A trick I came across. Take aluminum foil, push it underneath the exhaust pipe that runs behind the fluid pan, mold the foil in a manner that it creates a funnel, or channel. When the fluid starts to flow out of the back of the pan, that foil will channel the fluid into your catch pan. It keeps the trans fluid from getting all over your exhaust pipe and ground/floor.
You've got some of the best videos on the web. I do a lot of work out of my garage, (mostly Ford, drive Ford and work for Ford) and I like to look to see if other people have done the repair/service that I'm working on to see if there are any issues or special tools needed, thanks for being so informative.
Thanks for the education. $500 at dealership vs. $85 in my garage. Truly a Ford expert.
Excellent video clear and complete! Just completed my trans fluid & filter change on my 2010 F150 5.4 no problems went just as you described. saved me lots money!
Thanks for the great vid. Recently did this job on my 07 expedition. No surprises thanks to the video. Greatly appreciated.
1st video that I've seen to show the actual filter placement. good job! really like the background music, says alot about who you are.
I have been meaning to comment for quite some time. I just want to thank you for sharing your knowledge. I have used your videos several times to support my shade tree mechanic projects. You have provided me the confidence and know how to take on projects that would concern many folks. I have been able to make several repairs with no issues due to your information. My next project will be replacing the Trans bulkhead seals. Keep it up. Thanks!!
You are the man!...And I hardly ever post comments anywhere so I mean it. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge.👍
So you say to fill it all the way up but then you say to fill it to the bottom hash marks so I'm confused
Thx for doing these videos for the guys that cant afford to take it to a mechanic, i like to do most of the work on my truck and your videos help alot thx man😎
Thanks for posting this, huge help for my 2007 Sport Trac with the 4.6L 3V V8 and 6R60. Prior owner had the transmission replaced in 2013 with a Ford Remanufactured transmission, the dipstick plug had lettering on it to use only Mercon LV.
I just finished my pan drop and fluid refill. Followed your instructions to the letter. Matter of fact, had your video on my iphone playing and pausing as me and my buddy were under my F150 dropping it. It was EXACTLY like you say. A little messier for me but had plenty of cardboard under it. The pump your recommended worked perfectly as well. I measured my fluid and I replaced exactly 6 quarts. Weird, it was exactly minus what missed the drain pan. I had a replacement filter on hand but decided not to use it because the foam inner part looked good. I will use it for my 60K change. I feel good knowing my trans pan is free of contaminants. I hope to have this truck till 200,000 miles. THanks again !
I vouch for this video...just did it on my 2014 F-150...piece of cake. Thank you so much Ford Tech!
Best video on this yet! Getting ready to do my 2007 Expedition
Just completed my fluid and filter change. Thanks for making this video. Made the job do much easier.
Good video, I would add that it's a good idea to take a good look at the pump bridge. It's the plastic piece between the pump and valve body next to where the filter goes into the pump. I have run across the light colored bridges cracking and causing issues. the replacement bridge is black plastic and a lot better design and is less likely to crack. I always enjoy your videos, thank you
Just finished my 2010 F-150 5.4 (150K km just shy of 100K miles) and thanks to your video I got through it. The rear bolts, especially the pass side, were a real bitch with barely enough room for a socket. I thought I had rounded one and would have to take it to the dealer but went back at it and found a angle where I could get to it. Thanks so much for your videos they are helping me and lots of others keep their trucks on the road when it's difficult to get anyone to work on them.
Two thumbs up to Hillsong “Oceans” in the background. Also love your videos, they helped me a ton with my Ford Escapes and now my Expedition
Thanks for the video! I recently purchased a 2012 F150 with 81,000 miles, and I'm looking to do a fluid change because it's been my experience that when transmissions fail, it's because nobody bothered to change the fluid.
This along with the bulkhead o ring video I was able to complete the job with no issues. Thanks!!!
Great instructional video. I think its important to refill with the Mercon LV made by Motorcraft like you mentioned. Why go through all the trouble of doing this yourself, if you are going to put aftermarket fluid back in to save a few dollars. I took a Ford truck into a Transmission specialist to change the fluid several years ago. They put some generic brand crap back in, and I had trouble with it shifting into overdrive 6 months later. I ended up trading it in at the dealership to avoid a costly repair. I also took another Ford vehicle into a mechanic shop to change a thermostat for the water pump. They added back red radiator fluid that they had laying around the shop. I asked specifically for the Motorcraft Gold fluid when I dropped it off. Later, I drained the radiator myself and added the correct fluid in it. If you want anything done right, do it yourself after doing your research.
I did this this past weekend in addition to replacing the transmission cooler line given your recent video on that issue as well. Thanks for the videos.
2014 F150 5.0 just changed out filter and fluid. Used Ford LV fluid and ford filter. This truck had a steel gasket, no rubber at all. Fluid was fairly clean and almost no debris inside.This truck gets used mostly all highway miles. Just like to say thanks for your time you put into your video's very helpful.Did transfer case as well.
Did this today to my 2010 FX4 with the 5.4L3V and 6R80 (might be 6R60?). Very helpful. I measured the Mercon coming out and added back that same amount. I'll get it up to temp later and double check the fluid lever.
Thanks. I appreciate your quick replies especially on older videos. Many people totally forgot about their videos and don't respond. Very generous with your time and knowledge.
Your videos and how-to's are amazing - keep them coming please!
I just wanted to send out a huge thank you for posting this, the bulkhead sleeve video, and the followup videos. Of course, I installed the bulkhead sleeve incorrectly which meant I'd get that wrench icon at odd times while driving around. After watching the all the videos one last time, I remeasured the sleeve and found that mine was ~20mm sticking out and not the 16mm that you showed. So, one more drop of the pan and a little more pressure on the sleeve while pushing up on the plastic clip and it just “felt better” and more engaged. All is good now and I have piece of mind.
My truck is a 2009 F150 FX4 5.4L with 3.73 rear axle and max tow package. I just bought a 8,200lb RV trailer (as measure on the manufacturer's scale on yellow sticker) and if I account for the stuff that's in there, I figure I'm up to 9,400lbs. I tow it 8 to 10 times a year with weight distribution hitch and brake controller on weekend warrior type trips. According to the trailer guide, I'm good up to 11,200lbs. I like to pay more attention to the GCW which is 17,100lbs. I could throw out a lot more numbers and “what ifs” but, the end result is that I'm ~1500 lbs under the GCWR after accounting for passengers, dog, tools, not much fresh water, etc... I like to know if you had an opinion of towing on the upper end of what Ford says I can tow?
Charles Paquette I think you are fine personally especially with the weight distributing hitch these new trucks can sure handle allot.
Charles Paquette Sounds great thanks!
Your videos are on point. Cant find any other videos that is a step by step and very easy to follow. Keep up the good work
Great video thank you. I know this is six years old, but still applies to newer vehicles. Just did my 2017 f-150 with 52k mikes. Everything was still pretty clean. A bit of black material on the magnet. Fluid was only slightly discolored. Could have possibly gone a little longer, but it should be good for quite a while now.
You changed transmission fluid at 52K???
@@bertveldhuizen8699 He recommends doing it at 30k in another video for the initial break in and then fluid/filter at 60k otherwise.
Frustrating dealing with the dealer. I scheduled an appointment for a fluid change and they scheduled me for the quick lube lane. Nope, changed it to the service shop for a mechanic to do it. CS reps don't seem to know much. I'm glad I watched this video, thank you. Won't ever do a flush now. I enjoy watching your videos. Happy 4th of July.
Great video. Gives me just enough insight so that I can attempt it myself. Thank you again!
You make good videos on these ford trucks and explain things well as well as show what you are talking about. Thanks
Bought a 2012 mustang GT with a 6r80 and needed to see the service procedure and this was epic. Thanks a million
Great video!! I have a 2007 Expedition the owners manual say to use Mercon SP, you mentioned Ford may be moving to Mercon LV so I wanted to make sure I am using the right stuff.
All of your videos are the best on UA-cam. I watch your videos all the time even though I didn't own a F150. But today I am purchasing a used 2012 F150 5.0L so these videos will be very beneficial.
Thanks again.
I just bought a 2012 5.0 too. Going through the whole thing and draining all fluids, replacing entire front end, and doing all other maintenance like spark plugs and u joints, etc.
How are you liking your 5.0 so far?
Thanks so much for the video. I feel more confident now to do it myself...
Great video. I followed all the steps and used the Ford recommended trans. fluid. I have since noticed the transmission whines. The trans. shifts smoothly and I have driven it several hundred miles since. I recently rechecked the fluid level and it was right on the full mark at normal operating temps. One forum I read mentioned the filter could have dropped and it was sucking air. But I am certain the filter was well seated before I installed the pan. What do you think. This is on a 2006 Ford Explorer with a 4.6L engine and the 60R6 transmission.
Very helpful - I used it to change my fluid. The first go I had a small leak so I got a new Fel-Pro gasket which solved the leak. Used welding gloves, 90 degree pliers to get to dipstick and a fan to mitigate heat.
Thank you so much for doing this video! Following along doing my 09 exploder right now. eazy peazy
Thank you for sharing your videos, which I have found to be extremely helpful and accurate, and which have saved me a ton of money. My only wish is that you operated your own shop near my location. Again, I thank you!
Excellent video, I will be doing this to my 2013 XLT tomorrow. Thank you!! 👍🏻
Love this channel. Every vid is thorough
Thank you for the attention to detail in your videos.
I have a 2013 f-150 FX-2. It has 23000 miles. I have noticed it doing some funny shifting. It will downshift unexpectedly every now and then. I figured it was my foot but listening to you I wonder. What will they do at the dealer to fix the problem? Or, better yet, what should I lookout for in their fixing the problem? Thanks again!
Great video very helpful . My 2104 F150 STX 3.7 liter 6R80 trans has the filter with the short intake spigot since the trans pan does not have the deep well like the one shown here. Filter spigot on my F150 only about 3/4 inch long - I got the wrong one with the longer spigot 1st time I changed the fluid and filter . The one in the video is the long intake spigot filter . Small point but can save a trip back to the parts store if know which filter to get.
How do I find out if my transmission is 6R60 or 6R80? Awesome video and thanks for the tips at the end of the video.
Great Video!! I have a question about my transmission because it seems to be slipping gears around 40-50 mph when no load is on it. It is a 2003 f150 and I wondered if the fluid needed to be changed or topped off.
Thanks
Great videos FordTechMakuloco. Have you tried to suck the majority of the old fluid from the pan backwards through the filler hole using the Plews 55001 Lubrimatic Fluid Quart Pump? It seems this would help prevent spilling the fluid everywhere.
Thanks
Great video as usual. Thank you.
Should have never brought my truck to dealership.
Thanks for really good instruction. The process would be so much easier and less messy if the pan had a drain plug and if there was some clip to hold the filter in place a little more securely during installation of the pan.
Great video and Thank you. Is there a way to flush the transmission cooler with new fluid while the pan is off?
Thank you sooo much for the video! I am replacing my molded lead frame and want to go ahead and replace the filter too, but when i click your link and check the fitment guide it says does not fit my vehicle. I have a 2012 Ford F150 with the 6R80 6 speed transmission. But then I go to Rock Auto and there are several filters that look identical to what i need. I want to order and get it right the first time. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Call me not wanting to make a huge mess but ive always took a 3/16 drill bit and pop 1 hole in lowest spot on all the tans pans ive serviced and took the mig and buzzed it right up lol. I know not everybody has a mig or can weld but for me it makes for a much easier and clean job.
Great video! I have a 2013 XLT 4x4, is that the same transmission as the one in this video? How often do I need to change the transmission fluid and filter?
Awesome video! Will the procedures for the 10R80 transmission be very similar?
Great video,. Just attempted to do a change on a friends 2013 f150 with 130k- never had pan dropped. Snapped a bolt at the outset (4 or 5th bolt) above exhaust and quickly aborted. Most likely will just pull the fluid via fill and call it a day. No telling how many more are ready to snap. Joys of living in the north east. If you are in the rust belt suggest you spray Kano Aerokroil Penetrating Oil on the backside of the bolts the day before. I was NOT aware these are exposed to the elements on the backside.
Thanks for this video w all the details!
Seems like this would be a little pain doing it in the driveway.
I'll have to trust the shop to do as good a job as you do!
It can be, patience is key.
I plan on changing my fluid, filter and the transmission cooler lines tomorrow. Thanks for the awesome step by step videos. Any reason I can’t use a brake bleeding vacuum pump to remove most of the fluid before I drop the pan?
Thanks man for all your hard work I have 6r60 ford explore 2008 and they said use transmission fluid SP
yes it takes SP
Will you recommend transmission flushing? Thanks for sharing your knowledge
Hey have you ever done this on the new transits ? Not the connects but the big vans? I just got the van and it looks next to impossible to drop the pan . Thanks man
Dear FordTech;
Your dedication to theses videos are priceless and extremely appreciated. Your knowledge is simply mind blowing. I have 2012 F150 FX4 5.0 with 91,000 miles. I am the original owner and the transmission fluid has never been changed. I was going to follow the recommendations of owners manual which is 150,000 miles. After watching you informative video i will change the fluid and filter myself asap. My transmission works great with no shifting issues right now. Do you think it suffered any long term damage by not changing the fluid sooner? Your response will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
I'll second the importance of factory fluids. Drain and fill 3 times on a vehicle with valvoline fluid, started shuddering almost immediately, added aftermarket friction modifiers which helped, but the shudder eventually came back. Drain and filled 3 times with factory fluid, shudder faded away. Lesson learned. I will not mess with aftermarket fluids ever again.
Great video! My transmission has been acting up lately. I have to hit the gas to 2500 to 3000 rpm for it to finally kick into first gear. Would it be the solenoids might me going out? Any help would greatly be appreciated.
Thanks for the info great job your doing it really helps the video you put out .when I need ?'s answered I go to the site an look for it awesome job
Great video, on my explorer I have 6R60 transmission after watching your vid I will be doing the fluid change. I got the gas kit and fluid MERCON SP that's what my vehicle takes but about the filter I was told no need to change because the filter is internal so I don't need to change it. Please advise on this and let me know What say you? Thanks
I really enjoy your videos. I just got a 2013 ford f1500 5.0l. Wanted to know a place for a maintenance schedule based on millage. I know based on your videos I have learned to do it faster then ford says.
Best Ford Tech on UA-cam!
I just did this service today on my newly purchased 2012 f150xlt. When I took the fill cap off, fluid came shooting out and running down the side. I started first thing this morning and the truck hadn't run in over 24hours. I guess the last guy thought it should be to the top of the stick while cold.
Thnak you Makuloco for share yopur expertise with us. Good job. !!!
While doing the pan drop and filter change with the roughly 7.5 quarts, can fix a leaking cooler line leading to radiator? It's the hot side. Curious if it under pressure or how much fluid I can expect to lose? Thank you for the video
First thanks for the great vid. Second....a question, that trans filler you used....I need one of those quick.... where should I look for one? I'm guessing the parts house to start...
Good thing u do these videos n the way u Break it down good job
Also note that these pan bolts will round off VERY EASILY! Just make sure you have a good bite on them when you take them off or put them back in
¿and how do we know which of the two filters we need before taking everything out(and possibly staying without a gearbox formonths until the filter arrives)?
A very good video and heard the song oceans playing in the background. Very legit
I was at the local dealer the other day for a recall repair for the engine block heater. I asked two questions: 1. How much was it to have the computer modules updated (pcm, bcm, etc). 2. Transmission service recommendation.
He told me that there was no reason the firmware updates shouldn’t be needed. He also said they recommend a flush of the trans fluid when towing a few times a week with lots of city driving at 60,000 miles, as opposed to mainly highway driving and no towing at 80,000 to 100,000 miles.
Please give me better advice than this. I can tackle just about any job with the right tools and knowledge. Thanks.
What kind of transmission would I have on a 2014 Ford Explorer limited 3.5L V6 flex fuel??? I also want to do this service my self and thanks!
Awesome videos!! Do you have a video on how to replace transmission selenoids on a 14 Ford F-150 3.5 eco boost? I’m getting a P 0770 code shift selenoid E. Any assistance would be appreciated . Thank you
Hi, thanks for your great videos, they are very valuable for us in Europe. My Expedition 2007, 5,4L sometimes kicks a little just after braking to full stop. Do you think a fluid change will help and should I use Mercon SP or is LV allowed? Cheers!
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I did my '13 F-150 yesterday and put 7.5 quarts back in and it started running out of the fill hole. This was with engine running. What's up with that??
What is your experience with high mileage (almost 273,000) and never having had the transmission fluid changed. I'm being told not to change it as it will make my transmission go out shortly after doing it. What is your opinion on this matter??
Great video but if you change the filter and refill with 7.5 quarts of fresh fluid defeat the purpose as there’s still about 6 quarts in the transmission and new fluid mix with old fluid. how can you get all the fluid out?
I'm going to be adding the factory trans cooler (air to fluid) with all the oem parts. Will the trans tstat open to allow the fluid to flow into the cooler at a certain temp?
Also, should the cap where the dip stick is be installed while it warms up or left off until then? Check with it running also?
thanks
At 130k miles on a 2012 f150 5.0, with a trans that's never been flushed, do you recommend a flush or a drain and refill?
Your videos are extremely helpful and save us a lot of time and $...much appreciated! What is the PN for the transmission pan bolt?
I have a '13 Navigator with 90k, it's too late to change fluid and filter?, should I do it or leave it as it is? I want to do a drain and refill plus filter only, thank you.
What is your opinion of using the Magnefine filter in the transmission return line? They are supposed to have finer filtration and a large magnet to catch ferrous metals in the fluid stream.
Brother, your videos are extremely helpful. Thank you for putting the time in making them. You have saved me a lot of frustration. I work on my car in the garage so I don't have the luxury of a full shop or lift. To lessen the mess, I used a fluid extractor to pull the fluid out before dropping the pan. It made the mess very minimal. I bought a concrete mixing tub from Home Depot for $8, placed it in a large trash bag, and placed it under the pan before dropping it. After I was done, I turned the trash bag inside out to contain the oil. No mess at all. I also replaced the pan gasket. The instructions that came with it state 2013 and prior have a 99 in-lb torque while newer models are 85 in-lb (I believe).
My dipstick had two cross hatch areas marked A and B. I assume the lower one is for cold/warm level and the higher one is for hot level. Can you please confirm? Regardless, the engine needs to be in idle while checking, right?
All in all, it went very smoothly. THANK YOU again...
Some awesome tips bud. I will also be doing it in the driveway, so will be using the fluid extractor and bag trick. Appreciate it
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Another great video from the Ford mechanic god!!!
have a big question. when replacing oil can you add BG transmission additive .please let us know.
Lmao! It's so great every time you say "something like that"
Hey a big thumbs up for your work on all your videos.appreciated.
Question: for the Ford (I happen to have a 4th gen Explorer…) what about draining the transmission fluid in the lines and especially the volume of it in the torque converter?
just a quick question is the same process for my 05 expedition??
and what kind of oil you recommend for my transmission
Hello, just wondering if the 2012 Mustang v6 automatics with 6R80 use 7.5qts of fluid as well? I have 132,000km on mine now and I feel like its time for a pan drop, filter + fluid change.
When would you recommend to change the transmission oil. I've done 95000kms on my 2014 Territory
Hello there sir, i changed my trans fluid as you have instructed here but i forgot to wipe off the inlet where the filter goes, will it cause to drop the filter somehow and i would not know it and cause issues? Should I redo the whole thing and make sure i wipe off the inlet before i place the filter? Thank you for responding and God bless you🙏🏻
Upon inspection before starting my fluid change, I noticed the full plug/dipstick bung was cross threaded. The plug is steel, the pan aluminum. Now it leaks. Any aftermarket repair kits available? Please help
Question, isn't this is only a "pan" transmission fluid change, what about the transmission fluid in the lines and cooler? left over old fluid mixing with new fluid? correct? love the videos, they help a lot.