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Fordtechmakuloco, what about the models that don’t have a dipstick? Fluid change is straightforward, but curious about how to confirm correct fluid level without a dipstick. 2014 Ford Edge Limited, 2.0L ecoboost, 2wd
Having issue with a 2011 ford ranger. Transmission slips when making a turn after straightening up and de acceleration will correct itself. ATF flruid topped off any idea?
Hi my name is Mark I have a 2010 Ford Fusion V6 all-wheel drive and the transmission will not shift pass 3rd gear what is your suggestion for this problem
You're the man! I've spent the last few days watching your videos after buying a 2018 edge. I'm a car nut and your videos are very detailed and very well executed. Thanks for helping everyone keep their cars running worry free for years to come!
@@TheSaintshockey03 I've always done my oil changes every 5k miles up until the last couple of years. I might drive 5-6k miles/year now, so I just change my oil every 6 months. It ends up being every 2.5-3k miles, which might be a little overkill, but I like keeping things on a nice schedule
Tom Peterson I have 205k miles on my 2008 Ford Edge fwd no issues at all. I’ve only changed the fluid twice. I don’t want to change it again because it’s still has some pink in it and I don’t want to mess anything up at this mileage. Might help that the car has the tow package so it has a bigger tranny cooler.
Just did my 2018 Explorer Platinum. Took 4 3/4 quarts of Mercon LV. Very easy to do, followed your instructions and all went well. 39030 miles on the truck. I will be doing this maintenance going forward and also on my 2019 SHO at 30000 miles. Thanks for the procedure 👍
Can’t thank you enough for your videos! Between this one and your PTU fluid change videos, I’ve saved hundreds of $$$ on my Ford Explorer services. Keep up the awesome work!
Thank You! I'm glad you explain how that fluid expands when it gets warm. I changed mine and before the 15 minute test drive I ended filling it up by accident halfway between min and full. I was worried after the test drive that when I checked it for final reading that it would be over max, but I got luck it was right at the max line so I am good with that.
Since 2014, after watching one of the precious videos, I kept an eye to the fluid change interval, my two Ford Escapes have been running great, no such issues as reported by many others. (Engine oil, Transmission fluid, PTO and Rear Diff gear oils, the coolant really last long).
Thank you so much for this. I just did my first transmission drain and fill on my 2013 AWD Ford Flex. It has 76k miles and hadnt had a transmission change yet. I’ll make sure to be more proactive with it. Perfect directions. It’s a pain to get to that fill cap!
I’ve had a 3.5L Explorer for 100k miles, and I never knew it had an engine bay Transmission fill! Looked under the enormous air box and there it is! I’ll change it now. My wife drives like a grandma, so hopefully it’s in good shape still.
Wow. I was just looking at this video to see how much fluid it actually held but I ended up with way more info than that! This was super informative, I learned a ton. Thanks so much!
Just changed the Mercon LV in my 2011 new to me edge. Thank you for this video and the tips on refill. The previous owner hadn't changed it and there was 103,000 miles on it. I will likely do a 3X flush and your guidance has helped. Thanks!
I love your channel it helps me greatly (08 Edge 225k) (10 MKT 263k) (13 Taurus sho 115k) (16 Explorer 60k) (13 f150 68k) as you can see my family depends on your channel to keep our vehicles running forever.
Heh I was worried about the dip stick being dirty but you cleaned it off too. I love the attention to detail on your videos. I don't even have a car with this transmission but I watched the whole thing!
That helps! I've been struggling to get my fluid level correct on my 2013 Edge because I didn't know about the arrow trick and didn't realize that LV expands so much. I always overfill it and then have to suck some out. Thanks!!!
Thanks to you, I changed the transmission fluid and PTU fluid today on my '17 Edge with 35K miles. Very glad I did it, since the trans fluid looked more like it had 100k miles on it, and the magnetic fill plug on the PTU had a significant amount of metal shavings and sludge, which I'm hoping is just break-in wear. You saved me hundreds of dollars today, and I'm sure thousands in the future... you are very correct that the fluid change intervals in the manuals are not nearly often enough. Thanks!!
Interesting that GM and Ford both jointly cooperated and committed to investing finances in supporting this 6 speed transaxle, which also includes the 6F35.
Good note about changing regularly. Especially with a non serviceable filter. Shame on Ford for not allowing self maintenance. Also good to see that the process isn’t as intimidating as it looks. Thanks again I will probably have to review this again in about another 17.5 K when I get 30K miles.
The transmission holds 12 quarts, so replacing 4.5 quarts is just a modest refreshing of the fluid. I did the procedure three times in a row, pretty much all you can do as an average owner. I have some peace of mind now... Frankly, the worst surprise for me was the oil I sucked out of the PTU. Basically black tar. It contaminated the new oil so badly that I changed it again after 50 miles, as I had the curiosity to see how it looks like.
@@av8rgrip Same my explorer book says it takes 11.6 quarts which is the same as this guy in the video is changing but he only puts 5.5? never done a trans change before and definitely want to but don't want to F it up.... guess ill just go by the dipstick but whys the book say differently
@@CJ_412_that’s the total amount it carry’s, you’ll have to drain and fill it bout 3 times to fully replace it. They about 50-100miles between drain and fills
Mine was changed 10km ago. I was about to change it myself on the weekend but when I pulled the plug out it was still lovely and clear. I was shocked but happy😆
Thats one of the things that throws folks off about ATF: unless it over heats/gets contaiminated from mechanical damage, it wont change colors very much as it wears out. Folks are used to seeing engine oil that goes in golden and comes out black. Engine oil changes colors due to combustion containments which aren't present in a auto trans. If your trans fluid is anything different than a bright to dull cherry red, its indicative that the trans has suffered overheating or mechanical damage.
Just took my explorer to the shop. Wished I knew about this before, hope my problems aren’t related to the transmission....Or my problem caused transmission damage. Hope to find out this coming week. Love your videos brother. Being a “Ford guy” really makes a difference, knowledge and professionalism, damn rare these days. I thank you.
@@mygt8a4re eventually it just locked up wouldn’t roll forward or reverse. Not knowing anything about fwd or awd vehicles I took it to the shop and wound up replacing the transmission. Been good ever since. Hope that helps. Explorer had about 147k miles.
@Kenny Dixson Sorry to hear you needed to replace the trans, glad you got it fixed and having great success with it now! For me I'm just learning a much as I can so I can maintain my edge the best possible. Thanks for your input!
Im a firm believer in changing trans fluid before it gets dirty! I once worked at a cab industry in the mid 90s! We would change in 30k intervals, these ol school then can see over 300k with simple fluid changes!
Just like those late 90’s and early 00’s Honda’s. Lol the more things change the more then stay the same. Cool, just a drain and fill. Thanks for the tip about refilling the case. Slow and easy.
I work on the line where these are built. The engineers say not to worry about the filter. It is large enough to catch all of the material inside that will wear down over the life of car. There is a magnet on it to pick up any metal debris as well.
Thank you, Daryl for building our Fantastic Fords! We are a big Ford family. Yes, I also have a 06' Pursuit. Thank you, FordTechMakuloco, for all the great wisdom and fixing our Ford's!
Tell your engineer friends to watch all the videos on this channel then we can sit around and discuss the horrible ideas of: non-serviceable internal filters, lifetime fluid in transmissions, lifetime fluid in PTUs, PTUs where the gear oil turns to tar, water pumps that when fail dump coolant into the engine oil, placing the damn alternator in Ford Escapes (2001 - 2012) between the firewall and rear of engine, have them use the first and second generation Escapes as studies on how not to do corrosion prevention. Then we can discuss some good ideas: external cam- driven water pumps, external transmission filters (we can dream), off-road selective gearing for the Bronco sport, PTUs with drain plugs, serious rust prevention for the rust belt.
I think I’ll pass. I’ve worked with aerospace engineers since I was an 18 year old aircraft mechanic and can never get a straight answer on service intervals. What they predict to be optimal is rarely even close. Reliability engineers? They’ll give you better recommendations after they’ve seen enough failures. Let’s hope yours isn’t the one that failed. The mechanic with years of experience who sees how things operate in real world conditions every day will most likely be your best resource.
Great Videos! I have the '15 Sport with the 2.7 and it's a bit different. You have to remove the two screws retaining air intake, pull the air box up from the retainers and twist slightly. The flex intake hoses stay attached. Then you can check fluid when running. It's Really tight, cap almost impossible to see let alone twist and have to pull it between hoses. Smaller hands a plus. I managed with two fused wrists so it can be done. Just adding fluid? Remove the whole airbox, but Ford says don't run with it disconnected.
Thank you so much for your video, so far it's the best and easy to understand I'm really appreciated your videos I hope this help you a little be, blessings
Love the videos, have used them many times to learn or have confidence and best practices. Great variety of content and easy to watch and learn. Any chance we see a 10speed f150 transmission fluid and filter change? Thanks for your channel
I just got done changing my tranny fluid by using your "tutorial" I screwed up twice but the third time was the charm. All I can say is tight spaces suck.
Hello. Thank you for your help. You’re an asset to the ford community! I have a second gen CX-9, 2019 to be exact, and the torque converter locks up almost instantly (I think over 7 mph). It’s great for that direct feel, less heat build up and better gas mileage. Do you happen to know when the 6F55 torque converter locks up?
Thanks for all the great advice on maintaining my vehicle. Can you tell me if you have done a video on rear differential oil change on a 2014 Ford Escape. there is not much room to get in there, just wondering if you had any ideas. Thanks again, Ken
I enjoy the content this channel provides. I even watch the videos for cars I’ll probably never own....but I have one request. More Panther platform videos. It would be nice to see an actual Ford Tech working on something as old school as a Crown Victoria.
Was looking to change the fluid and filter on my 09 Taurus X and noticed no drain pan . Internal filter ? Another bright idea from Ford ! Great video , thanks ! Oh , and by the way , ford says you never need to change the fluid for the life of the vehicle . What's their life expectancy ? Not very long obviously . Update ; changed the fluid and WOW ! Way smoother shifts ! Eliminated erratic shifting . Hard to believe fresh fluid could make that much difference . Now on to the ptu !
"Lifetime" no matter how defined, always is a definite length of time. Ive never seen any official documentation stating what the auto manufacturers consider as life time, but based on the length of warranties and and the average life span of the vehicles when in real use, it seems to be 100k-150k for a sedan and 175k-250k for a suv or pickup. Roughly 5-10 years for both. Its also worth noting that while the trans fluid in a 6f50 isn't a part of regular maintenance in the standard service list, it is listed in the severe duty service list.
136K on my 2013 Taurus Limited, dependable vehicle. Wish Brian would do more videos, but understand since he is so busy at the garage. I may upgrade to a 2018 off lease Taurus, but considering a 2015-2016 MKS
Nice. I have a 2008 Taurus with almost 190,000 miles. Only thing I've had to replace is the water pump-which is a hell of a job (10+ hours to do) so just keep an eye on your water pump for leaks. Otherwise the 3.5L is a great engine.
I agree to a lot of your subscribers, you are a life saver. I've repaired few of mine and friends cars watching your video and cars are still running great today after many years. Anyways, I know you mentioned there's no tranny pan on this 6F50 tranny and that it's hard to take the internal filter out. Does that mean no need to replace the filter forever? I just bought 232K 2013 Taurus and I want to replace the tranny filter ($28.49). Should I add an external/remote filter just to be safe? I'm on planning on driving this car till I can't drive it no more.
Had mine in a 2008 taurus with approx. 112K changed when the input and output sensors were causing issues. Started shifting poorly recently and was cause by low fluid due to cooler leak. Cooler is attached to AC condenser so abandoned it and put in aftermarket tranny cooler. Shifting well now. Might do this sometime in the next couple of years. What do you think of Jiff Lunes reverse flow change? Supposed to help get junk out of filter, but makes me wonder where the just goes! Seem like that might be a bad idea.
Thank you for excellent video content! I did a 6f55 transmission on a 2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7L yesterday and accidently over filled. With thread sealant already applied to the drain bolt, I removed it to remove 0.5qts and reinserted the drain bolt. Do you think the thread sealant will still hold? Also, is there a better way to remove trans fluid if overfilled in the future? I still haven't quite figured out how to get the air cleaner box to sit properly back in too. Thanks in advance for any feedback!
Love the DIY videos! Am I the only person to notice that he Clearly says 4 1/2 quarts THREE times at the beginning of the video and then changes it to 5 1/2 to 5 3/4 when he's topping off with fluid???
The 4.5 is the base line. Topping up as you go through the procedure. Better not to overfill from the start and add until you get to the mid hash mark.
Great channel and videos, learning quite a bit here. I do have a quick question was hoping you or a viewer may be familiar with. I have the 6F50 in my 2015 FPIS Taurus that I bought recently. There is a little bit of a hum right before the 4-5 shift, and the 5-6 gear shift, only when I'm gently on it and the RPM is low, like below 2k. Everything else is normal and performance seems perfect. I have a warranty but just curious, I read in a group that it was common but concerns me.
Thank you for the video. My local mechanic told me they had to flush the fluid with their Snap On machine and cost me quite a bit to do. Looks like I can do it myself cheaper and easier on my 2011 Edge. Do you recommend any additives in the fluid? My Edge has 135,000 miles and fluid has only been changed once.
Hey, I’ve got an 03, expedition rotted rockers of course, any suggestions for replacing them with slip on style patch panels? The inner rockets don’t seem to be too bad
great video do you have a ford maintenance schedule for ford explorer 2013 v6 3,5 and ford f-150 2013 ecobo0ster 3.5 110k basically your maintenance recommendations are quite different from manufactures
If it wasn't for FordTechMakuloco and his repair/service instruction and tips, I think half of Ford owners would trade their vehicle in for another brand. Wish I wrote down all the vehicle years and what to watch out for.
Hahaha yeah, I have a 3 valve 4.6 V8 in my 2008 Mustang GT, it's pretty much the same as the 5.4 engine in the trucks, and I diagnosed and replaced a bad vct solenoid, a bad roller follower, replaced a phaser, and retimed my engine twice (installing a new melling oil pump the second time) all thanks to this man. I'm pretty sure I used his videos for a few other things as well like when I changed my diff fluid and swapped the mini clutches for carbon ones. We are very lucky to have Brian as a source of information considering he is a ford technician and REALLY knows what he is talking about.
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I got a couple questions about a 94 Ford Thunderbird 4.6 and a 98 Ford F150 4.6
Fordtechmakuloco, what about the models that don’t have a dipstick? Fluid change is straightforward, but curious about how to confirm correct fluid level without a dipstick. 2014 Ford Edge Limited, 2.0L ecoboost, 2wd
Having issue with a 2011 ford ranger.
Transmission slips when making a turn after straightening up and de acceleration will correct itself. ATF flruid topped off any idea?
I have a 2018 Ford Explorer Limited. 3.5L V-6 Dertec Engine FWD. Is this the procedure I use for this transmission DIY job?
Hi my name is Mark I have a 2010 Ford Fusion V6 all-wheel drive and the transmission will not shift pass 3rd gear what is your suggestion for this problem
You're the man! I've spent the last few days watching your videos after buying a 2018 edge. I'm a car nut and your videos are very detailed and very well executed. Thanks for helping everyone keep their cars running worry free for years to come!
I agree with your shorter than recommended fluid change intervals. More maintenance means less repairs.
Same goes for Engine Oil changes, 7500 to 10000 is dirty oil running too long
@@TheSaintshockey03 I've always done my oil changes every 5k miles up until the last couple of years. I might drive 5-6k miles/year now, so I just change my oil every 6 months. It ends up being every 2.5-3k miles, which might be a little overkill, but I like keeping things on a nice schedule
Tom Peterson I have 205k miles on my 2008 Ford Edge fwd no issues at all. I’ve only changed the fluid twice. I don’t want to change it again because it’s still has some pink in it and I don’t want to mess anything up at this mileage. Might help that the car has the tow package so it has a bigger tranny cooler.
Just did my 2018 Explorer Platinum. Took 4 3/4 quarts of Mercon LV. Very easy to do, followed your instructions and all went well. 39030 miles on the truck. I will be doing this maintenance going forward and also on my 2019 SHO at 30000 miles. Thanks for the procedure 👍
Can’t thank you enough for your videos! Between this one and your PTU fluid change videos, I’ve saved hundreds of $$$ on my Ford Explorer services. Keep up the awesome work!
I had a 09 Taurus with one of these, 185k miles before I traded it in. Super happy with it.
Thank You! I'm glad you explain how that fluid expands when it gets warm. I changed mine and before the 15 minute test drive I ended filling it up by accident halfway between min and full. I was worried after the test drive that when I checked it for final reading that it would be over max, but I got luck it was right at the max line so I am good with that.
I thank god your channel exists, thank you !
These videos are such a lifesaver. You are the man.
Tyler seriously. So awesome
Since 2014, after watching one of the precious videos, I kept an eye to the fluid change interval, my two Ford Escapes have been running great, no such issues as reported by many others. (Engine oil, Transmission fluid, PTO and Rear Diff gear oils, the coolant really last long).
Thank you Brian. Good job. Have a blessed and safe week.
Thank you so much for this. I just did my first transmission drain and fill on my 2013 AWD Ford Flex. It has 76k miles and hadnt had a transmission change yet. I’ll make sure to be more proactive with it. Perfect directions. It’s a pain to get to that fill cap!
I’ve had a 3.5L Explorer for 100k miles, and I never knew it had an engine bay Transmission fill! Looked under the enormous air box and there it is! I’ll change it now. My wife drives like a grandma, so hopefully it’s in good shape still.
I totally agree with changing the ATF earlier than recommended intervals. Great video. Keep up the great work
Did this for my 2013 lincoln mks ecoboost 3.5l TT. I appreciate the walk through, quick and simple!
Wow. I was just looking at this video to see how much fluid it actually held but I ended up with way more info than that!
This was super informative, I learned a ton. Thanks so much!
Just changed the Mercon LV in my 2011 new to me edge. Thank you for this video and the tips on refill. The previous owner hadn't changed it and there was 103,000 miles on it. I will likely do a 3X flush and your guidance has helped. Thanks!
How does the vehicle feel after having changed it? I have a 2011 106,000 miles
I love your channel it helps me greatly (08 Edge 225k) (10 MKT 263k) (13 Taurus sho 115k) (16 Explorer 60k) (13 f150 68k) as you can see my family depends on your channel to keep our vehicles running forever.
As always thanks for the comprehensive video.
Heh I was worried about the dip stick being dirty but you cleaned it off too. I love the attention to detail on your videos. I don't even have a car with this transmission but I watched the whole thing!
The best video I've watched yet, very detailed and nothing unnecessary
My 09 Taurus had this, just as easy as a regular oil change and with some ATP full synthetic atf it kept the car shifting nice n smooth.
Great tips as always thanks Brian!
Thanks for the example! Just completed this procedure on my 2014 flex
This guys is just one heck of a mechanic! Wish he was available in Houston
That helps! I've been struggling to get my fluid level correct on my 2013 Edge because I didn't know about the arrow trick and didn't realize that LV expands so much. I always overfill it and then have to suck some out. Thanks!!!
Thanks to you, I changed the transmission fluid and PTU fluid today on my '17 Edge with 35K miles. Very glad I did it, since the trans fluid looked more like it had 100k miles on it, and the magnetic fill plug on the PTU had a significant amount of metal shavings and sludge, which I'm hoping is just break-in wear. You saved me hundreds of dollars today, and I'm sure thousands in the future... you are very correct that the fluid change intervals in the manuals are not nearly often enough. Thanks!!
As always great video. I don't own these car but still watch it.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. You have saved my wife and I thousands in repairs!
Interesting that GM and Ford both jointly cooperated and committed to investing finances in supporting this 6 speed transaxle, which also includes the 6F35.
I thought the gm/ford joint transmission was the 10speed not the 6 speed.??
Easier procedure than I thought. Thanks for the video.
Good note about changing regularly. Especially with a non serviceable filter. Shame on Ford for not allowing self maintenance. Also good to see that the process isn’t as intimidating as it looks. Thanks again I will probably have to review this again in about another 17.5 K when I get 30K miles.
This was a very informative video on how to check, change & add fluid to the ford edge! Thank you for a very well done video!
Excellent video as always!
Best how to I have seen for these transmissions. I going to have to buy a shirt just to say thanks.
The transmission holds 12 quarts, so replacing 4.5 quarts is just a modest refreshing of the fluid. I did the procedure three times in a row, pretty much all you can do as an average owner. I have some peace of mind now...
Frankly, the worst surprise for me was the oil I sucked out of the PTU. Basically black tar. It contaminated the new oil so badly that I changed it again after 50 miles, as I had the curiosity to see how it looks like.
Same! My PTU fluid was black tar at 47k miles (just bought it used). Great idea to change it again very soon.
@@parkerrogers2277 : I plan to change PTU lube regularly every 15-20K miles.
This is my question, I have a 2013 Taurus and it lists a capacity of around 11 quarts.
@@av8rgrip Same my explorer book says it takes 11.6 quarts which is the same as this guy in the video is changing but he only puts 5.5? never done a trans change before and definitely want to but don't want to F it up.... guess ill just go by the dipstick but whys the book say differently
@@CJ_412_that’s the total amount it carry’s, you’ll have to drain and fill it bout 3 times to fully replace it. They about 50-100miles between drain and fills
Mine was changed 10km ago. I was about to change it myself on the weekend but when I pulled the plug out it was still lovely and clear. I was shocked but happy😆
Thats one of the things that throws folks off about ATF: unless it over heats/gets contaiminated from mechanical damage, it wont change colors very much as it wears out. Folks are used to seeing engine oil that goes in golden and comes out black. Engine oil changes colors due to combustion containments which aren't present in a auto trans. If your trans fluid is anything different than a bright to dull cherry red, its indicative that the trans has suffered overheating or mechanical damage.
Thanks, as always great videos....
Just took my explorer to the shop. Wished I knew about this before, hope my problems aren’t related to the transmission....Or my problem caused transmission damage. Hope to find out this coming week. Love your videos brother. Being a “Ford guy” really makes a difference, knowledge and professionalism, damn rare these days. I thank you.
Kenny, how did you make out? What were your symptoms and what was the outcome if you don't mind sharing? Thanks
@@mygt8a4re eventually it just locked up wouldn’t roll forward or reverse. Not knowing anything about fwd or awd vehicles I took it to the shop and wound up replacing the transmission. Been good ever since. Hope that helps. Explorer had about 147k miles.
@Kenny Dixson Sorry to hear you needed to replace the trans, glad you got it fixed and having great success with it now! For me I'm just learning a much as I can so I can maintain my edge the best possible. Thanks for your input!
TNX for taking the time to create this video sir!
Excellent info. I need to do this with my '17 Edge with 42K.
this was very informative as usual thanks Sir
He is back 😁
Im a firm believer in changing trans fluid before it gets dirty! I once worked at a cab industry in the mid 90s! We would change in 30k intervals, these ol school then can see over 300k with simple fluid changes!
Not a Ford guy but I really like this channel
Does good work and is a good teacher, explains things concisely. Morons like myself tend to lose our train of thought easy. Lol
Just like those late 90’s and early 00’s Honda’s. Lol the more things change the more then stay the same. Cool, just a drain and fill. Thanks for the tip about refilling the case. Slow and easy.
I just watched this video and changed the trans oil on my Lincoln MKS ecoboost. Will change it every 40k miles from now on.
Awesome video as usual!
Your videos are great man. Thanks a bunch
Didnt realize this was simple...thanks
I wonder if this guys really understand how much help he is to us ford owners...
I work on the line where these are built. The engineers say not to worry about the filter. It is large enough to catch all of the material inside that will wear down over the life of car. There is a magnet on it to pick up any metal debris as well.
Yup its a large capacity filter for sure ands a magnetic strip but they said the CD4E filters were more than enough too.
Thank you, Daryl for building our Fantastic Fords! We are a big Ford family. Yes, I also have a 06' Pursuit. Thank you, FordTechMakuloco, for all the great wisdom and fixing our Ford's!
Tell your engineer friends to watch all the videos on this channel then we can sit around and discuss the horrible ideas of: non-serviceable internal filters, lifetime fluid in transmissions, lifetime fluid in PTUs, PTUs where the gear oil turns to tar, water pumps that when fail dump coolant into the engine oil, placing the damn alternator in Ford Escapes (2001 - 2012) between the firewall and rear of engine, have them use the first and second generation Escapes as studies on how not to do corrosion prevention.
Then we can discuss some good ideas: external cam- driven water pumps, external transmission filters (we can dream), off-road selective gearing for the Bronco sport, PTUs with drain plugs, serious rust prevention for the rust belt.
I think I’ll pass. I’ve worked with aerospace engineers since I was an 18 year old aircraft mechanic and can never get a straight answer on service intervals. What they predict to be optimal is rarely even close. Reliability engineers? They’ll give you better recommendations after they’ve seen enough failures. Let’s hope yours isn’t the one that failed. The mechanic with years of experience who sees how things operate in real world conditions every day will most likely be your best resource.
Great job as always, thanks!
Best videos. Thanks.
Thanks. Info on the internal oil filter seems to be the same on my 8F35. It has 2 internal filters.
Looking for more F150 videos. Just took delivery on my new F150 4x4 Supercrew. Loving it. And that new smell is better than viagra.
Great Videos! I have the '15 Sport with the 2.7 and it's a bit different. You have to remove the two screws retaining air intake, pull the air box up from the retainers and twist slightly. The flex intake hoses stay attached. Then you can check fluid when running. It's Really tight, cap almost impossible to see let alone twist and have to pull it between hoses. Smaller hands a plus. I managed with two fused wrists so it can be done. Just adding fluid? Remove the whole airbox, but Ford says don't run with it disconnected.
Thank you so much for your video, so far it's the best and easy to understand I'm really appreciated your videos I hope this help you a little be, blessings
Your videos are awesome!!
Outstanding video!!! my flex is getting closer to 30k.
Another great video.
Very helpful. Thank you
Good video fordtech
I didn’t change my transmission oil for 70k but when I did it helped out a lot I will start doing it sooner
Love the videos, have used them many times to learn or have confidence and best practices. Great variety of content and easy to watch and learn. Any chance we see a 10speed f150 transmission fluid and filter change? Thanks for your channel
very soon
Thanks for sharing! : )
I just got done changing my tranny fluid by using your "tutorial" I screwed up twice but the third time was the charm. All I can say is tight spaces suck.
The video is good and I benefited a lot from it. I have a 2018 Ford Explorer. I would like to know how to change the gearbox filter
Very well done
Your the best thx a million!
Great video.
Great video
Good tips
Hello. Thank you for your help. You’re an asset to the ford community! I have a second gen CX-9, 2019 to be exact, and the torque converter locks up almost instantly (I think over 7 mph). It’s great for that direct feel, less heat build up and better gas mileage. Do you happen to know when the 6F55 torque converter locks up?
Thanks for all the great advice on maintaining my vehicle. Can you tell me if you have done a video on rear differential oil change on a 2014 Ford Escape. there is not much room to get in there, just wondering if you had any ideas. Thanks again, Ken
I enjoy the content this channel provides. I even watch the videos for cars I’ll probably never own....but I have one request. More Panther platform videos. It would be nice to see an actual Ford Tech working on something as old school as a Crown Victoria.
You are a life saver! Thank you for this video! Is there a ATF filter in these Explorers too that require a replacement?
Godbless you and thank you .
Just did this yesterday
very good video
Was looking to change the fluid and filter on my 09 Taurus X and noticed no drain pan . Internal filter ? Another bright idea from Ford ! Great video , thanks ! Oh , and by the way , ford says you never need to change the fluid for the life of the vehicle . What's their life expectancy ? Not very long obviously . Update ; changed the fluid and WOW ! Way smoother shifts ! Eliminated erratic shifting . Hard to believe fresh fluid could make that much difference . Now on to the ptu !
"Lifetime" no matter how defined, always is a definite length of time. Ive never seen any official documentation stating what the auto manufacturers consider as life time, but based on the length of warranties and and the average life span of the vehicles when in real use, it seems to be 100k-150k for a sedan and 175k-250k for a suv or pickup. Roughly 5-10 years for both. Its also worth noting that while the trans fluid in a 6f50 isn't a part of regular maintenance in the standard service list, it is listed in the severe duty service list.
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136K on my 2013 Taurus Limited, dependable vehicle. Wish Brian would do more videos, but understand since he is so busy at the garage. I may upgrade to a 2018 off lease Taurus, but considering a 2015-2016 MKS
Nice. I have a 2008 Taurus with almost 190,000 miles. Only thing I've had to replace is the water pump-which is a hell of a job (10+ hours to do) so just keep an eye on your water pump for leaks. Otherwise the 3.5L is a great engine.
Great information makes my job alot easier got 240k on my Taurus x gonna keep it a little longer
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You video's are the best!! Everything explained simply. By any chance, did you have one for a 2016 Fusion AWD? Thank you!!
I agree to a lot of your subscribers, you are a life saver. I've repaired few of mine and friends cars watching your video and cars are still running great today after many years. Anyways, I know you mentioned there's no tranny pan on this 6F50 tranny and that it's hard to take the internal filter out. Does that mean no need to replace the filter forever? I just bought 232K 2013 Taurus and I want to replace the tranny filter ($28.49). Should I add an external/remote filter just to be safe? I'm on planning on driving this car till I can't drive it no more.
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Had mine in a 2008 taurus with approx. 112K changed when the input and output sensors were causing issues. Started shifting poorly recently and was cause by low fluid due to cooler leak. Cooler is attached to AC condenser so abandoned it and put in aftermarket tranny cooler. Shifting well now. Might do this sometime in the next couple of years.
What do you think of Jiff Lunes reverse flow change? Supposed to help get junk out of filter, but makes me wonder where the just goes! Seem like that might be a bad idea.
Thank you for excellent video content! I did a 6f55 transmission on a 2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7L yesterday and accidently over filled. With thread sealant already applied to the drain bolt, I removed it to remove 0.5qts and reinserted the drain bolt. Do you think the thread sealant will still hold? Also, is there a better way to remove trans fluid if overfilled in the future? I still haven't quite figured out how to get the air cleaner box to sit properly back in too.
Thanks in advance for any feedback!
Love the DIY videos!
Am I the only person to notice that he Clearly says 4 1/2 quarts THREE times at the beginning of the video and then changes it to 5 1/2 to 5 3/4 when he's topping off with fluid???
The 4.5 is the base line. Topping up as you go through the procedure. Better not to overfill from the start and add until you get to the mid hash mark.
Took me 5 quarts to get just about right under half way mark .
Great channel and videos, learning quite a bit here. I do have a quick question was hoping you or a viewer may be familiar with. I have the 6F50 in my 2015 FPIS Taurus that I bought recently. There is a little bit of a hum right before the 4-5 shift, and the 5-6 gear shift, only when I'm gently on it and the RPM is low, like below 2k. Everything else is normal and performance seems perfect. I have a warranty but just curious, I read in a group that it was common but concerns me.
Thank you for the video. My local mechanic told me they had to flush the fluid with their Snap On machine and cost me quite a bit to do. Looks like I can do it myself cheaper and easier on my 2011 Edge. Do you recommend any additives in the fluid? My Edge has 135,000 miles and fluid has only been changed once.
Hey, I’ve got an 03, expedition rotted rockers of course, any suggestions for replacing them with slip on style patch panels? The inner rockets don’t seem to be too bad
How to open Kerbox automatic for Ford Explorer 2013. Please do a video in this regard
Just like my honda crv transmission fluid exchange!
great video do you have a ford maintenance schedule for ford explorer 2013 v6 3,5 and ford f-150 2013 ecobo0ster 3.5 110k basically your maintenance recommendations are quite different from manufactures
Simple and to the point!
If it wasn't for FordTechMakuloco and his repair/service instruction and tips, I think half of Ford owners would trade their vehicle in for another brand. Wish I wrote down all the vehicle years and what to watch out for.
Hahaha yeah, I have a 3 valve 4.6 V8 in my 2008 Mustang GT, it's pretty much the same as the 5.4 engine in the trucks, and I diagnosed and replaced a bad vct solenoid, a bad roller follower, replaced a phaser, and retimed my engine twice (installing a new melling oil pump the second time) all thanks to this man. I'm pretty sure I used his videos for a few other things as well like when I changed my diff fluid and swapped the mini clutches for carbon ones. We are very lucky to have Brian as a source of information considering he is a ford technician and REALLY knows what he is talking about.
@@SangheiliSpecOp Hear, hear!
This is an absolute fact
Haha glad I read this comment before buying a ford…
Absolutely!!!
Do you have plans to release how to change the ptu fluid and to remove the ptu?
Nice !