I am doing a Transmission fluid and filter change on a 2011 and would like to know what kind of tool is everyone using to remove the five bolts that are above the exhaust I've tried a U-joint socket extension and unable to get those. I have watched FordTechMakuloco and some other DIYers and none of them show how they removed those five bolts. Any tips or tool recommendations would be appreciated. Thank you.

 

In this video he uses a cut down socket. Look at 5:09. Have you tried a wrench or a ratchet wrench? Slow going as it's a tight location. This is one of the better video's I've seen. I personally haven't done this yet. It's on the list.

 

1/4” drive with ujoint swivel worked for me

 

Same here. Slow going. but do these first and it's not a problem.

 

I used a dewalt drill with 1/4in drive, swivel set, and an extension with drill in hammer setting. Bolts are only torqued to 12 pounds I think and are easy to get at. FYI, I did pump out the pan first so there was no mess.