The Most Common Transmission Failure On The Ford Explorer Mustang 5R55S & How To Fix It
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- To clarify this is a permanent fix in such that even a new case or sleeving the case will wear out in time same as the o-rings on these modified servos. The o-rings are also available separately.
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Step by Step install video Here-
• 5R55W/S/N/E Servo Bore...
Common Symptoms-
-Shift flare into 2nd, 3rd and 5th gears.
-Happens more so when hot.
-Letting off the throttle usually allows trans to shift.
Common Dtc's associated with worn servo bores:
P0732 2nd gear ratio error
P0733 3rd gear ratio error
P0735 5th gear ratio error
P0775 PCB solenoid or circuit fault
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Thank you for the great info on this transmission repair. I am a independent repair technician w 20 + years experience. I look everywhere for information to repair cars. I used this repair on my neighbors Explorer. Worked perfectly. He had went to transmission repair shop and was quoted a very expensive transmission rebuild estimate. I did some online research and came across this repair and recommended to give it an attempt before pulling the plug on the explorer. He drove the explorer for several months before selling the vehicle and as far as I know its still going strong.
You are a legend man. You just save me a lot of money. I took my explorer to a transmission specialist they told me that it will cost around 4k to fix it. Thank you so much for the info. You are helping a lot of people...
I have used this product myself on a coworkers explorer....its been not quite 4 years 60k miles and still shifting strong with no problems....If you plan on installing the kit yourself you can make it a lot easier by cleaning and soaking the snap rings a few days before the doing the job. I also opted to get both modified snap rings and pliers with the kit. It was well worth the extra money considering how much easier it makes the job and the money you will save by not replacing the trans.....I wish they made the same kit for my ford focus....
A trans builder told me that this problem is because Fords 5 speed trans was actually derived from a 4 speed trans. 95-96 Explorers had a 4R55E transmission. By using additional combinations of bands they were able to create 5 speeds, and probably gained .2 mpg per vehicle for CAFE. The problems is you are working parts now twice as hard. By 100K you already have 200K wear on that bore. Not that the 4R55Es are perfect, but they will generally last longer. These transmissions have their heritage in the Pinto. Also, those servos sit right near the cats and the seals get cooked too.
Well said!
Based on my vast research on this issue, the cheapest and easiest preventative measure (before it fails) is, to take the two servos out and break down the SHARP edges on the servo shaft/pin where the grove is. The edges act like a knife to the Aluminum block. Either use a lathe or a small dremmel. I just want to share the idea, and the main credit goes to @Danny Treplet!
Thank Brian for the good video too! You are AWSOME!
Amazing how things never change. In the early 80's when I was still an early teen, my Dad made quite a bit of extra money on the weekends fixing Ford C4 automatics with intermediate band failures. One of the improvements he made back then was to machine a couple o'ring grooves in the servo piston rod to stop the leakage past the worn out bore. Those usually started to fail at around 35,000 to 40,000 miles and was most common after Ford switched from Type F fluid to the original MERCON fluid, which I believe was no different than the GM Dexron fluid of that time.
That's why I NEVER, EVER keep MERCON or Dexron in any vehicle. I always use Amsoil ATF and have ZERO problems in any vehicle I've ever owned. I don't whine about how expensive Amsoil is. I just put it in and forget about it.
You have saved people thousands of dollars on this 1. Most people are not aware of this repair
Seriously this SUVs would have a good reputation if this was invented in 2004
200k + miles and I just got this issue, im the second owner and I got my 2003 explore at 20k miles! I’m going to use this video and fix it myself!! Thank you very much!!
Dude your a genius! ....God bless you ! And thanks for saving all us 5r55s owners 🤩
hello sir what happemn with u transmission
Is this same transmission with everest.,?
Thank you for this knowledge and super Bonus points for SLAYER!!!! I watched this because I'm having problems with slipping and a clunking/ bang sound on 2007 ford explorer sport Trac 4x4 v8. Coincidently, the mileage is just under 50k in December 2018 (yes, actual miles, not altered odometer).
So I installed the overdrive Servo a few years ago, roughly 60,000 miles ago. I'm now at 155000 on my 2003 Ford Explorer and just exhibited the same symptoms on my way to work this morning. Is there a video anywhere on how to change those consumable gaskets on the rod of the servo?
Let me start by saying "Thank You" You have no idea how many times I have relied on your videos or advice you give, on Ford vehicles! I will try to keep this brief. My son has 02 Explorer. He works at Oriellys & hes 20 yrs old. (Point being:he don't make a lot of $$)His vehicle has started all the signs of a typical 5r55w, OD light flashing & very erratic shifting of gears. (Sometimes not shifting) I am your typical backyard mechanic. I've worked on cars my whole life. There is nothing I haven't worked on over the years. My intent in regards to my Sons Explorer, is to go to my local junk yard this weekend. Take a similar tranny out of another Explorer, & then doing the servo bore repair, adjust the bands & anything else needed to make a good tranny. My question is, once I'm at the junk yard & looking to remove the trans, what would be some good things to look for or NOT look for on the replacement? I don't want to pull one that ends up needing more attention that what I already planned! I'm pretty sure that I could remove the pan from the trans to inspect it, before I remove it. There's an abundant amount of Explorers to chose from!
I wanted to say thank you for this information because about 6 mouths ago I sent a customer to a transmission shop that I know does great work he had the explorer for about a week and couldn't figure it out and gave the truck back fully rebuild with these flare ups he did the work free of charge because it wasn't right
My '07 EB Explorer has developed an odd shifting problem that's very intermittent. There are two symptoms. First, it flares on the 2-3 shift. Second, cruising at 55-60 MPH, the engine will suddenly freewheel as though the transmission has disengaged. It acts like it's in Neutral, and the vehicle gradually slows down.
The vehicle can sometimes be driven for an hour or more, and neither of these symptoms will occur. In fact, we just had the throttle body replaced (a mis-diagnosis of this problem), and the mechanic drove it 45 minutes afterward without an issue. The problem also doesn't seem to be related to temperature. Sometimes it does it from a cold start, sometimes after it gets hot. There's just no pattern to when or where it fails.
The first time this happened, the "wrench" symbol lit on the dash. My wife pulled over, let it sit about 20 minutes, and it drove fine after that (15 miles home). No codes ever show up when this problem occurs.
Does any of this sound like a familiar problem?
Ford should have used a reinforced rubber seal on that rod where it slides into the case bore. That way, the seal eventually wears instead of the case. You can pull the servo with the transmission still in the car and replace the seal on the rod or the rod assembly complete with seal.
Ford should address these issues in the factory. It's ridiculous to pass this on to the customer.
Their job is to get the vehicles out the door. They do not care if you have to ever repair it.
So I have a 2010 mustang GT with this 5r55s transmission and I’m hearing clunking in reverse and 3rd going into 4th. Both have very agressive jerks when it’s shifts. Anyone have any recommendations? I’m at 133k miles on it and have no idea. Don’t wanna replace the whole transmission
Glad I got rid of my then new Mustang back in 2009. It was a 2005 and withing the first 3 months it gave me a tone of problems. Luckily they were all covered under warranty but having you car in the shop so often when it is brand new is not the way to go. I experienced these problems within 3 months of taking the car off the lot.
How did you keep a straight face during the 'in and out' demonstration?
same thing happened on my '02 explorer with 5r55w at ~100kmiles. I installed the modified servo with rings and working well 26kmiles later.
+hitchhikingmike Nice!
Man, you sure know your stuff. Thanks for your informative videos. BTW...Thanks Ford for copying GM's stupidity with the Chevy Vega's engine having aluminum cylinder bores being scraped with chrome piston rings...all designed to keep automakers afloat by supplying replacement parts and service to us poor customers.
yeah.. that was definitely the death of the vega! But it was a great looking car back then! I particularly liked the station wagon variant. Then along came the 350 conversions!!! Ahh the madness!!!
Well said! Ford designed it to FAIL!
I have one here in an 06 explorer, fully rebuilt, new clutches,bands and seals/gaskets.
Shifts good 1-4 but as soon as it hits OD it revs out like it goes to neutral.
I have a 2009 Mustang 4.0. Just started having issues with 4th and OD. 1-2-3 are fine. Will this help that issue?
You have no idea how much stress you took off my head. Thank you sir.
Just ordered servo’s 🤘😎🤘 replacing reverse band so 🤷🏻♂️ might as well! Saving my mom $3k with me doing this and rebuilding innereds
Just had a mechanic do my kit today. Still the exact same dam problem, so now I am down $250 for the kit and parts as well as $300 for the mechanic. I have only done about 15 miles on it so far, so I am praying that somehow it will break in and be fixed.
Dion Mcarthur did it fix your problem?
Please answer if it did fix the problem
Help, please, I'm looking for help to fix my transmission. After it sits for a couple hours or first thing in the morning it shifts perfectly. Put it in drive, no problem, come to a stop sign. No problem after it warms up. Then it starts to hesitate and shake back-and-forth.
I have to put it in number 3 to pull off smoothly. Then shift into drive. Could you please tell me what the problem could be?
This is a great fix, especially since a DIY kind of guy can do it himself. I used to be one of those guys, but father time caught up with me and I no longer relish getting under a car to work on it. I also have a touch of vertigo, which also precludes laying on the pavement while I work on the car. So I'm wondering given that a lot more money could be made replacing the transmission if a mechanic would want to do this repair?
Besides the great knowledge of the matter.
Very Good Video!
Excellent explanation!
Very Clear description!
Proper tone and Rhythm !
This is a Professional training video!
Keep making more videos!!!!
Ordered my kit and it’s on its way. I’ll keep you posted how mine turns. My mustangs transmission lost 3rd gear. It flares and it’s so annoying. I didn’t realize how much that gear is used.
What could be the cause of a hard shift into reverse mostly from drive to reverse and park to reverse?
I like your fix for the video that shows the installation is spot on! Just put on some Slayer in the background and you'll get a sense of how to do this repair! Of course you need slayer, it opens your mind and it is relaxing!
Same issue on the 5R55N in the 2002 Thunderbird? Ford went to the 5R55S beginning in 2003 on that model.
Thank you soooo much. I just bought a Lincoln LS and am having these exact issues. I did not want to go to a transmission shop and get reamed!!
If your symptoms are like a shudder / shake when in 3rd or 1-3 on hard acceleration what would the likely cause be?
I would think torque converter
2005 Ford Explorer 4wd v6 advancetrac Usually, from Drive to Reverse, there is a delay, and sometimes, you think the reverse engaged, only to engage after you start accelerating, (I have destroyed an older explorer transmission this way braking the band). I thought it might be dirty oil or the solenoid pack, but after watching your awesome video I wonder it this is the part that will fit my explorer and what you think I should do aside from dropping the pan cleaning/replacing oil/filter etc. Thanks in advance!
work for a 08' 4.0 mustang. how can i tell bands are broken? any help is much appriciated
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+FordTechMakuloco
can you do this fix before issues arise from this type of Transmission im looking at a 2002 ford explorer v8 here in New Zealand and want to know if you can fit the replacement servo in there before it shits out or do you have to wait till it sloggs out enough to fit the new one in
Man...I pulled a 4000# camper with my Explorer and its 5R55 and when I got rid of it at 130k, I had never had an issue. I did, however, change fluid every 30-35k because I was pulling the camper plus another trailer I had for dump runs.
Where is the how to video for ordering and changing out the servo??
Oh, wow, were you right about the music. Certainly not what I have on when I'm wrenching on my vehicles. I had an '03 Explorer and when I sold it at 130k miles, I hadn't experienced this issue. Must have gotten one of the good units.
you said SLAYER...and I'm sold on your channel. ......you got a new subscriber in me brother
P0775, rough shift - maybe a flare, and I get about a 200 rpm fluctuation up and down while cruising at slight throttle. Pretty sure I'm gonna have to order those servos.Thanks for the info.
I seen this issue with the 4R series. Sonnax makes a kit to fix both problems for around $100.00
Claude Rains how reliable is it?
If it's a 4R series they work. As the issue is the OD servo bore gets bored out from years of use. The kit fixes the chatter from 3rd to OD. There is also new upgraded Fluid Ford sells to stop the issue to start with. If you lookup Sonnax website. It has trouble shooting help tabs. Which helps you buy the right kit...
If you do this in the vehicle. You need a roller to hold the band in place or the servo pin can miss it. Then you get nothing. Some issues are internal. You will need to take it out. Just all depends if you service it like the manual tells you...
@@MasterChief-sl9ro 5c
Can you drop a link where I can find that
Great video, Have you ever seen a snap ring start to come out of the groove? My explorer developed an ATF leak and I notice the snap ring was almost half way out of the groove on the large bore. I need to get a better look, but it looks like the groove is intact. I am not sure if I can just push the cap back in and reseat/replace the snap ring or if it is a sign of a much bigger problem. My servo bores were repaired about 200.000 miles ago. The transmission was working fine until
Thanks for the vid. I have a 3ltr turbo ranger with the 5r55s. I have done the solenoid clean, the band tightening and changed the oil. Things are a lot better but it still is a little heavy on all the changes depending on conditions but what I would like to ask is it has a slow take up in 1st and reverse. Any ideas on what would need fixing to solve this problem. Thank Bob
hello sir u awredy fix that problem?. bcause i also had that symptom in my ranger tdci
If you were to need a valve body replacement for a 5R55E transmission where would you purchase it? Have a 5R55E with 2nd to 3rd flair and high RPMs on highway. 60MPH engine RPM is 2800 in 5th. P0733 P0734 and P0735 Codes
Have questions did you ever have to redrill for the crankshaft pulley bolt?
Also how hard is it to change the rear seal on the engine?
1999 F150 XLT 4X4 4.6 L ROMEO ENGINE! THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME TAG ALONG WITH YOU WHILE YOU SHOW US / ME WHAT TO LOOK FOR & FIX THE PROBLEM. BE SAFE! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS! ENJOYED!
Was this not the same issue with what I dealt with in my 98 Crown Vic's 4 speed auto? 1st to 2nd shift was delayed when trans wasn't fully warmed up yet, and I always had some kind of very slight, mysterious intermittent rpm rise while cruising in OD at a steady speed, which was more annoying than anything. OD band slippage?
And from what I understand Ford upgraded this part in later versions of this transmission. This certainly shouldn't be present in such later year transmission designs. 🤦♂️
Showing the symptoms you described for a problem with the OD servo/solenoid. Would I also get the "OD OFF" light flashing when the fault occurs? I'd like to narrow this down to either a problem with either the solenoid B or the servo.
Would you recommend this solution if someone is experiencing the symptoms but don't have any codes? Should I also replace the solenoid pack as well?
I have the same question. What did you come up with?
@@deadpossum100 I am in the same situation did you come up with anything? First and second does not pull barely in mine third fourth and fifth however Do
No engine codes at all and another thing is I had to manually select gears
Your fixing??
I have an issue with my built 5r55 , shifts awsm through all gears except does not want to engage OD, no slipping or flaring in any other gear , at a loss of what it could be
If your going to buy this kit check your transmission and make sure your getting the right parts for it or if any of them will even work. I just gave them my info on my car and they sent me parts for a different transmission.
I've used this kit on my '04 explorer. They indeed do work.
We had to major leak from the transfer case adapter on our 2002 ford ranger 4wd it was driven home the leak repaired. Now sadly the transmission will shift into all of the gears, but will only actually drive in 1st and 2nd gear. Reverse & drive/ overdrive acts like no power however it tries... could the servos be our problem???
One more question the repair kit has two servos and the chamfer tool but the video did not mention how to use the chamfer tool? thanks for your video and information very helpful.
Said "JUST LISTEN TO SLAYER IN THE BACKGROUND "😂 he knows it puts people in the mood for slayer 😅
Thank for sharing your knowledge. How can a novice determine whether it is the servo or the solenoid. I've heard of do-it-yourselfers replace the solenoid pack then find out that wasn't the issue.
Thanks you sir
Got my 05 Mustang on blocks and getting ready for install. Besides the rear mount bracket and drive shaft, is there any other bolts to remove in order to get enough clearance?
ok, sorry. just saw pressure feeds through the rod. pays to wait till the end to understand. from an old chrysler/ gm tech
Absolutely fantastic explanation and video - Well done sir!
I have a 2004 Ford Explorer AWD with 150K+ Miles on it. It started having a jolting POP when it is going from 1st to 2nd gear. I had the codes read and it came back with a P0745 just as the commenter Jackson Cruz asked below in the comments. Could this be a Servo issue or a faulty solenoid pack? You have been a huge help since I bought this vehicle. Thanks.
Would this be the solution for a transmission that revs high before engaging in first gear?
Means i am unable to move it in reverse position but it seems reverse gear is engaged and engine tries but these is some thing that stops to move in reverse
How can I know if is the servo or the solenoid, what I need remplace ? Thanks
My 2010 F150 trans seems to only slip at first take off of the first drive everyday. After that everything is good. Fluid level is good and fluid looks clean.
I have a 2002 Explorer and I had the flaring that you talked about. I wish I knew this stuff beforehand. 2300 dollars later. I have the brass inserts I just hope they last a few more years.
I am facing a problem my ford explorer 2006 equipped with 5R55S gear making issues. Its R and D function is not working. But is running on manual 1,2,3 forward.
I got an issue of missing due to lose fish of current coil which I fixed but now is making the gear issue. I check the shifter cable also and it is perfectly fine.
I check the PCM and it’s giving the Pressure solenoid C open circuit. While this error was before also.
Replacing a solenoid kit will cost the same of replacing the gear in my location.
What do I need to do will this go by recalibrating the gear as it happened after the engine misfires.
what would cause'a 5R55w to have a 2 second delay from park to drive.
reverse has no delay from any other gear including park
Mine has the same delay but also a little longer in reverse than drive. I'm curious if this would be the same fix for this issue.
LOve your video clip. But I missed something. You said you put a video clip below somewhere for more info. I'm looking for that video clip, I don't see it anywhere.
I just ordered them today and I will update on my results.
you know G I think it's funny &(great) that ppl know these problems and solutions beforehand. what a trip 33 tho.
Urgent help request, can you please guide me , i have ford explorer 2006 , it goes in reverse and takes load but do not move,,, same happens when i put it in D position but car dont move. I moves only in 1-2-3 position on in forward direction
I have always wondered if hitting your brake suddenly busts anything up in the automatic transmission.
Nope
I have a 2004 ford explorer my OD light keeps flashing on and off
Did this ever get fixed
How did you fix your problem mine is doing that same thing
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 learned to the servos, it is a common problem that trans. . help?
Thanks for the video!
Ok, I have a '02 Explorer Limited w/ tow package and 4.6 liter V-8. It seems to shift normally from 1st to 2nd but from 2nd to 3rd it acts like it's gonna shift but instead the RPM's raise up and it's basically back down into 1st again and if I accelerate some more and let off of the accelerator it goes ahead and shifts into 3rd. I believe it shifts normally from 3rd on out. Sometimes if I'm accelerating hard it will shift from 2nd to 3rd at a higher than normal RPM and shift firmly as if it has a shift kit installed. I also noticed that a lot of the times the OD light starts flashing when this happens. The notification display also states to service transmission. I saw another video that
I saw another video that says that it can be caused by a bad valve body gasket but I believe they were referring to mostly 90s Ford Explorers and I don't know if they had different transmissions and/or different problem/solutions for those....
Yes that was the old 4R44E where that was common I think the 5r55E also had the issue. The transmissions in these are the 5R55S, N and W.
+FordTechMakuloco Thanks...Ok, how do I find out which trans I have?
+Jeff Stone The 4.6l should have the 5R55W in it. The 5R55S was for the 4.0l Explorer and the 5R55N was for the Lincoln LS
+Jeff Stone yup you have the classic signs of servo bore wear as shown in this video.
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?
Mine 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???
I would've been lost without this video thanks very much
I guess Slayer- Raining Blood would be appropriate as it fits the life fluid of an automatic.
you're a hero, my 02 Explorer XLT, it just hit 202k Miles and I need this fix, thanks for the Video LMK what you drive Ill send you our N2 LED kit, THANKS AGAINS
I need help with my 1999 Ford explorer 2 wheel drive it has a code p1714 shift solenoid a inductive signature what should i do
I have a 2001 sport trac 5r55e. I changed the transmission 3x in 2 years. I just found out about the servo bores. I took an old servo and cut 2 rings on both sides to install o-rings. I pray this fixes it- then I am selling it. Ford has been turning out nothing but garbage and getting worse. Today, we have a new F150 in the shop with a battery management system. It is ridiculous, it shuts off power to windows, no ac, radio flashes message "charge your battery", also has a reset procedure if you install a new battery. Why!!! (mind blown!)
Brian thank you you are the man. Thats all that needs to be said.
Question. If applying the band by pushing the rod towards the band, would the fluid not be on the other side of the piston?
"Put on some Slayer in the background...." It's like you are in my head. Thanks buddy. :-)
Servo of death!!!
Leaking pressure...
Lazy shifts . ..
Slipping and burning up your bands...
🤘😈🤘!!!!SLAYER!!!!!🤘😈🤘
Should I use o/d on a Ford Explorer with 170k will it do any damage
Hi FordTechMakuloco, I Bought an explorer Eddie Bauer 2007 V8 4x4 with 170.000 Kms, like a month after that, my truck starts to present problems like a punch when it passes from third to fourth drive and take a while to get reverse (only in the morning). I went to a place where "an expert" diagnostic that I had problems with solenoid (from third to fourth drive). Few weeks after that my truck takes a long time to get reverse (only in the morning). Now I'm seeing sometimes a yellow tool in my board at morning usually it appears when my truck is trying to go from second to the third drive, I need to drive for a few miles, stop turn off and turn on my truck to solve the problem, after that, my truck get reverse without problems, also if I try to get reverse in the morning I can wait for 15-20 minutes until it gets reverse.
In some websites, I read that I need to change my transmission oil, in others that I need to replace my master kit, solenoids oil. But I'm not sure that what I need to do.
Can you help me, please?
1996 ford mustang from park to drive have to wait some seconds before it shifts to drive how I can solve the problem
I think l will give this a try because my 2010 model FG Ford Falcon has this 5r55s 5 speed auto trans & is doing exactly the symptoms with the flairing etc as you described, l will have find out if someone here in Australia has the bits.
Happened to me last year. Lost 3rd gear in my 02 Explorer. I drove it for months because if I went fast enough in 2nd gear, it would skip 3rd and shift into 4th. I heard the band rattling around in the case. Ended up getting the transmission rebuilt. Shifts great for the last year.
my moms 08 xlt 4.0 wasn't shifting into 3rd, & 4th, sometimes 2nd but mainly those two, and the trans would just get really loud, then after like 4 minutes of driving it will go away for a nice few days.
Slayer, hell yeah. Awesome vids man. Unfortunately I just got hosed on a purchase. 07 Exploder Sport Trac 4.8L. Cold tranny, test drive fine. After 2 hrs home, rolling stops and take offs, no go. No hard shifts, just doesn't seem to downshift or grab. 120k miles. Do you think I'm past this repair working and onto a complete rebuild or should I give this a shot? Your Awesome. Thanks.
My late 02 Explorer with 216K miles occasionally gives the OD off light and sometimes throws the P0775 code. When this happens it stays out of 5th. Upon restarting the car, it works as normal. It doesn't flair and 2nd gear is not affected. Not sure if this is due to the bores staring wear or a different issue.
5R55E ~ P0733, only Trans code. delay from P to R,
2nd to 3rd feels like ( N) then drops back in 2nd
will not hit 3rd at all (like drum spins).
how do we check bands prior to ordering this specialty servo?
Love the videos you have. My 2003 explorer when cold goes into rev and drive sluggish like its in neutral and sometimes when I stop at a stop light i'll give it gas and its in neautral but jumps into gear. Could this fix my problems. It only happens when cold or if i'm in stop and go traffic occasionally?
+Angela Smith That sounds like the solenoid pack to me. If the concern is no gear engage ment in am only then you are looking at the modulating valve inside the pump.
okay thank you for the reply. I actually changed filter and fluid it only drained 3 quarts of fluid but took 5 quarts to refill it and i haven't had any problems with the rev to drive being in neutral so i'm hoping it was just low on fluid. I forgot to mention that when downing shifting from OD when going up hill it does like a clunking noise like it doesn't want to down shift into another gear still even after I changed the fluid.
Wow. Like throwing a hot dog down a hallway. Story of my life! Thanks for the video very informative.
Very informative 👍 would you know what year model of ford explorer is the transmission available? Thanks
I have a 2004 V8 4.6 Explorer and tried changing the solenoid. That did not fix the problem. I watched your video solutions and purchased the Servos from AJ1E; when replacing them found out that my OD servo was broken/cracked. What could cause this fracture of the piece? Also, do you have a video on the band adjustment? Thanks for your detailed videos.
Would the flair be caused by the band releasing, then the apply pressure pushing the said piston back but when leaking past the piston rod delaying the next gear apply?
+boaterbil The flare is caused by the pcm commanding the next gear which is achieved by holding the drum when the drum is not held and the next gear is not achieved you get the flare.