Transmission drain plug install and pan flush.. With pics..
04-23-2013, 02:51 PM
#21
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This is the hottest temp my transmission reached while driving a half hour home from work yesterday... The tranny is definitely staying much cooler then before.
This is the hottest temp my transmission reached while driving a half hour home from work yesterday... The tranny is definitely staying much cooler then before.
04-23-2013, 03:53 PM
#22
Uberhater,Troll,Whatever
This is a great write-up. Those who care about their trucks, take heed.
"I would have certainly preferred welding, but I don't have a tig welder that welds aluminum.. If it was a steel pan I would have definitely mig welded it."
?? My original [built AUG '06] pan is steel (magnet stuck all over just now).
Anaerobic sealant...who knew? (You did!)
"I would have certainly preferred welding, but I don't have a tig welder that welds aluminum.. If it was a steel pan I would have definitely mig welded it."
?? My original [built AUG '06] pan is steel (magnet stuck all over just now).
Anaerobic sealant...who knew? (You did!)
04-23-2013, 10:45 PM
#23
Senior Member
I've been looking at the Mag Hytec transmission pan since I'm already wanting to do the Mag Hytec rear diff cover but it says it's meant for the 4R70. I'm not 100% certain the 4R70 would fit our 4R75E trannies. Either way, fantastic write up and I'm looking to replace my fluid soon.
04-27-2013, 01:30 PM
#24
What do you do with the yellow plug that is floating inside the pan? Does it go anywhere or just leave it out?
I am thinking the latter based upon your comment that IF one finds it it was a good indication that the fluid had never been replaced before.
I am thinking the latter based upon your comment that IF one finds it it was a good indication that the fluid had never been replaced before.
04-27-2013, 01:33 PM
#25
Senior Member
PML makes a great cover for our trucks. I have one and it's a little oversized so you grt about 2 qts more ATF. Also have one on wife's Armada. So easy to drain fluid...even easier than oil change.
04-27-2013, 09:41 PM
#26
Your correct, if you see that plug in the pan, then your transmission has PROBABLY never been serviced.. This means you've got the right idea with regards to changing that fluid...
04-29-2013, 02:42 PM
#27
Goombah Stomper
Especial86,
Does the sealant actually bond the inner nut to the pan in your modification? I've seen others do similar mods, but tack welded the nut inside. Not having access to a welder I spent the money for an OEM pan. Your original fluid was very nasty looking! When I did mine at 78K it was a first time fluid change for my truck and it was nowhere near that brownish color. I was slightly shocked at the stuff on the magnet (mine) though. Seeing that was confirmation of the necessity for regular fluid changes.
http://www.tascaparts.com/parts/2006...icleid=1432397
$52.79, Fits all the V8 transmissions for '04-'08.
Does the sealant actually bond the inner nut to the pan in your modification? I've seen others do similar mods, but tack welded the nut inside. Not having access to a welder I spent the money for an OEM pan. Your original fluid was very nasty looking! When I did mine at 78K it was a first time fluid change for my truck and it was nowhere near that brownish color. I was slightly shocked at the stuff on the magnet (mine) though. Seeing that was confirmation of the necessity for regular fluid changes.
http://www.tascaparts.com/parts/2006...icleid=1432397
$52.79, Fits all the V8 transmissions for '04-'08.
04-29-2013, 04:18 PM
#28
Senior Member
Reluctant....
I just picked up an 04' F-150 Screw 4x4 from a local ford dealer in Spokane Wa. It has 78k miles on it and typically when I purchase a used vehicle I go through and change engine oil and transmission fluid as a precaution. I am however reluctant to do so with the ATF in this truck. I don't know how long is too long but assuming it's never been done on my truck I don't want to mess anything up by changing it.
Pretty much the way it goes is if it's already really old then you have a chance of effing up your tranny by doing a simple drain and fill. The new clean ATF is going to unclog stuff or dislodge some debree and mess things up.
I did this on my dads 1993 Ford Ranger recently. My dad got the truck with 60k miles on it back in 97' and it now has 161k on it and as far as i know the ATF has never been changed. I now have the truck and it was shifting hard so I did a simple drop of the pan and filter change. I topped the ATF off and now it slips in first gear when it's cold. It works well in all other gears, only first slips when cold. After the truck warms up it won't slip at all. Fluid on dip stick shows full so I'm not low. I'm scared to drop the pan again now and make it even worse.
How long is too long if I have 78k on my F-150 and assume it's never been done? I just want to do a simple drain and fill a couple times to get all fresh ATF in there and install a drain plug.
Pretty much the way it goes is if it's already really old then you have a chance of effing up your tranny by doing a simple drain and fill. The new clean ATF is going to unclog stuff or dislodge some debree and mess things up.
I did this on my dads 1993 Ford Ranger recently. My dad got the truck with 60k miles on it back in 97' and it now has 161k on it and as far as i know the ATF has never been changed. I now have the truck and it was shifting hard so I did a simple drop of the pan and filter change. I topped the ATF off and now it slips in first gear when it's cold. It works well in all other gears, only first slips when cold. After the truck warms up it won't slip at all. Fluid on dip stick shows full so I'm not low. I'm scared to drop the pan again now and make it even worse.
How long is too long if I have 78k on my F-150 and assume it's never been done? I just want to do a simple drain and fill a couple times to get all fresh ATF in there and install a drain plug.
04-29-2013, 09:02 PM
#29
Senior Member
I just picked up an 04' F-150 Screw 4x4 from a local ford dealer in Spokane Wa. It has 78k miles on it and typically when I purchase a used vehicle I go through and change engine oil and transmission fluid as a precaution. I am however reluctant to do so with the ATF in this truck. I don't know how long is too long but assuming it's never been done on my truck I don't want to mess anything up by changing it.
Pretty much the way it goes is if it's already really old then you have a chance of effing up your tranny by doing a simple drain and fill. The new clean ATF is going to unclog stuff or dislodge some debree and mess things up.
I did this on my dads 1993 Ford Ranger recently. My dad got the truck with 60k miles on it back in 97' and it now has 161k on it and as far as i know the ATF has never been changed. I now have the truck and it was shifting hard so I did a simple drop of the pan and filter change. I topped the ATF off and now it slips in first gear when it's cold. It works well in all other gears, only first slips when cold. After the truck warms up it won't slip at all. Fluid on dip stick shows full so I'm not low. I'm scared to drop the pan again now and make it even worse.
How long is too long if I have 78k on my F-150 and assume it's never been done? I just want to do a simple drain and fill a couple times to get all fresh ATF in there and install a drain plug.
Pretty much the way it goes is if it's already really old then you have a chance of effing up your tranny by doing a simple drain and fill. The new clean ATF is going to unclog stuff or dislodge some debree and mess things up.
I did this on my dads 1993 Ford Ranger recently. My dad got the truck with 60k miles on it back in 97' and it now has 161k on it and as far as i know the ATF has never been changed. I now have the truck and it was shifting hard so I did a simple drop of the pan and filter change. I topped the ATF off and now it slips in first gear when it's cold. It works well in all other gears, only first slips when cold. After the truck warms up it won't slip at all. Fluid on dip stick shows full so I'm not low. I'm scared to drop the pan again now and make it even worse.
How long is too long if I have 78k on my F-150 and assume it's never been done? I just want to do a simple drain and fill a couple times to get all fresh ATF in there and install a drain plug.
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04-30-2013, 10:10 AM
#30
Senior Member
Ford doesn't even put dipsticks for A/T anymore (at least my moms explorer doesn't). Ford believes that the ATF is a life long non serviceable entity. I disagree. I think there is two ways of doing it. If your not going to change your ATF on a regular basis then stick with it and gamble with your A/T and most likely you'll have a shorter life. Regular drain and fills I believe extends life and driveability of any transmission.
I'm on the fence. I think I have a good chance of being OK with my truck. I'm not sure if the PO towed or not, i'll have to check my tow hitch for scratches at the receiver.
I'm on the fence. I think I have a good chance of being OK with my truck. I'm not sure if the PO towed or not, i'll have to check my tow hitch for scratches at the receiver.