Transmission Filter and Fluid Service Ford F-150 2011-2014
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- Today on 2CarPros we show you how to change the automatic transmission fluid and filter for a Ford F-150 between the years of 2011-2014.
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Make sure the engine is running with the transmission in park when checking the fluid level.
Had no idea. Thanks!!
Just checking to make sure, you said make sure it’s running when you check it ? Or running just prior to checking it ?
@@TheLambo5 pretty standard that it has to not only be running, but warm and shift through all the gears at least once also.
Final check is with engine running and level it will be 1 to 2 qts low after staring.
I put a stainless steel braided fill/level check hose on my 2014 f150, $100.00 bucks, and tig welded a 1/2" half coupling on the bottom of my tranny pan, all works perfect...
Tip: Take a pair of zip ties and tie the gasket on both sides of the pan. This will make sure the gasket will stay in place. Once you have a few bolts in place, cut the zip ties and pull the off.
Great idea! Thanks for watching!
For other applications, not necessarily automotive, I've seen people recommend things like a small dob of thick, pasty grease at strategic points and use that to stick the gasket to the spot it goes (in this case, stuck to the transmission housing), then put the pan or whatever back on so you don't have to worry about lining the bolt holes on both the gasket and the cover plate at the same time with the risk of damaging the gasket while doing so, but yours definitely seems the better suggestion here. Typically, as long as you don't go crazy with it, this is harmless to the gasket or to the fluid it's trying to seal against.
Another tip. Use a garden style pump/pressure sprayer to dump the fluid into and pump it in.
@@themaverickmechanic7240I saw someone use a pump from a shampoo bottle
Dude it ain't hard to line up the gasket with a couple of bolts once you have a couple bolts in it ain't going anywhere The zip ties are absolutely useless
Great video. One of the first things I do is get the engine trans warm with a quick drive. Then remove the filler bolt and drip stick right above the pan. With the fluid warm, I'll use my drill pump to suck out as much fluid as possible right into a catch pan. Then remove the pan with very little to no spilling of fluid. When time to refill I again use a drill pump to get the new fluid into the trans.
7.5 quarts for drain & fill. Only use Motorcraft LV. Check level while running in park while level. When you first fill it, it will overflow at about 6 quarts, then start it up and put in another 1.5 quarts and check while running.
Only use Motorcraft LV
thanks brother
I can confirm 7.5 quarts for a pan drop. My driveway has a slight incline so I made it to 7 quarts before it spilled over, then i drove it to level ground and topped it off. I also added a new drain pan with plug and the B&M dipstick kit. Now im set!
THANK YOU. No one in any fluid change video tells you how much. It’s the wildest thing.
@@independentfooldid you apply thread sealant to the drain plug?
@@SexyTexas No, I'm pretty sure it came with a o-ring. No leaks to date.
Why didn't you remove the magnet and clean it?
job security 🤣
American engineers, how difficult to add a drain plug?
you mean transmission pan drain? it is easy actually. LOL
So you can change the fluid only and not the filter? Not a complete service.
@@WhiskeyTango68 that's obviously not what the Asian Sensation (Tony Yao) is implying. A drain bolt could be added so that WHEN removing the tranny pan to replace filter, you don't have to balance 1gallon of hot fluid in a tray that's obstructed on both ends (American engineers, lol) There's a drain plug for ENGINE oil, right? We drain engine oil then oil filter. For peeps who are wanting to drain tranny fluid, they WILL do the filter too. Again, makes SENSE to drain the GALLON of hot fluid via plug, before removing the tranny pan.
Do foreign cars have them? I'm pretty sure that you have to take the pan off anyway to do the filter so they figure why bother? They save money on a bolt and Ford makes a lot of trucks. It's not that bad anyway use a large oil pan.
@@yilancio yea well the oil filter is sideways on my coyote engine but they put a nice drip channel and it funnels the oil toward a waiting oil pan below. So my oil changes are still messy with the sideways oil filter. Also you don't pull the pan off a motor when you do an oil change. Theres a difference. The pan is coming of either way, why put a drain plug in? It's still going to be messy. I'm just sayin.
The fluid is MERCON LV, not MERCON 4
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These are minor details
@@Overfl00d LOL!
Mercon 4 is a trans fluid but in 6R80s you have to use the LV (low viscosity). Mercon 4 is generally used as the power steering fluid, at least that is what is recommended in my 13 Raptor.
Transmission bolt socket size 8mm, Dipstick cap wrench (mine was size 18mm, some are 19mm), refill 4 quarts, start in park for a few seconds, shut off, add another 3.5 quarts, restart, check fluid while running in park.
thanks!
I added the last 3.5 with the engine running otherwise it will overfill and pour out. No way you can fill in all 7.5 with the engine off the whole time. You also have to check the silly dip stick when the engine is running too. Watch out for hot cat right by.
Very helpful I’ve ran this truck hard since purchase with 6k miles and it has 55k miles now and starting to feel sluggish and I was told these transmissions were non serviceable the fill plug was all I needed to find now I can service the transmission thanks
Thank you for watching!
Did it help with being sluggish noticing this on my 2011 f-150 5.0 as well has about 73k miles on it
Any update
I like that you don't do a lot of unnecesary chatter. You can make it less messy when removing the pan by sucking out some of the fluid with a cheap 12 volt fluid transfer pump aval online. Just remove the dipstick and stick the suction pump tube and proceed to suck out most of the fluid.
Yeah that is true but people will complain that they don't have that. Thanks for watching Rick!
how many miles do you need to change the fluid?
Don't you have to check the level with the motor running?
I heard this music on hold today.
Damn, that's easy... if I only had a lift!
Get some car ramps homie.. glad I did
The filter should snap in place with the neck seal otherwise it could loose prime ?
God man I wanna switch all my fluids in a ford 2013 truck to ams oil I don't think I've ever done a transmission flush in the truck just oil and filter but I wanna take out everything and replace it with ams oil
How many quarts do I add back in
All that side shifting may have allowed the filter to drop. Clean the magnet completely.
Ford engineers are so funny.🤬
Why do auto manufacturers always make the simplest jobs more difficult? You would think they would at least put in a drain plug to drain the fluid. 🤪😵💫
Exelente video . Pero, por qué no lo sube con el audio o subtítulo en español porfavor
How to change the other 6 -8 qt of fluid
that is done with the trans flush machine.
Thank you for this great video. I wish I knew why Ford and possibly other manufacturers made transmission fluid change so difficult. No drain plug in the pan, no dipstick that doesn't require you be a contortionist. just seems crazy. My question is isn't there still old fluid in the lines somewhere when you do this change, doesn't anything else have to be flushed out?
Thanks for watching! They do it so you have to take it to the dealer. But we got around them. I mean you aren't getting every single drop out. Getting 80 percent out and changing the filter is really the big deal. Thanks for watching!
They make it difficult so you won’t ever change the fluid and have to buy a new tranny. It’s all about profit!
The 6L80 and 6L90 transmissions are designed to operate under an internal vacuum. This is the reason that the transmission is sealed without a dip stick access. Also, the reason that the fill port should be opened before the pan is loosened and removed. There is a third-party, after market dip stick assembly that can be installed, which seals the dipstick tube at the top of the tube in the engine bay. It sells for about $250 U.S. plus installation, so it's a lot of money to just be able to check the fluid level. A "drain & fill" fluid change only removed about 50% of the fluid from the transmission. Ford does not recommend that these transmissions ever be "flushed" of all the fluid. The tranny holds about 13 liters of oil, so you'll only be draining and refilling about 7 liters. The filter needs to be replaced at every fluid change. The pan gasket is designed to be reusable, so you shouldn't need to buy a new gasket, unless you somehow damaged it during removal of the pan or it previously showed signs of leakage. The final refill level should be checked with the engine hot, but the fill port is very close to the extremely hot catalytic converter, so proceed with caution. Transmission fluid change is a dirty and frustrating DIY job on the driveway, but fairly straight forward if the vehicle is lifted on a hoist, as the vehicle needs to be kept level during the process.
With All Due Respect, You never mentioned the "Reusable Gasket" unless of course you're not a fan of them ? I only realized this after watching a few other videos on 6R80 Tranny Fluid,Filter & Gasket Change/Replacement. As for myself, I just learned something new as I never knew such a gasket existed & can be cleaned with just a cloth ( avoid chemical cleaners that could potentially ruin rubberized Bead & Breaks around Gasket) & then reused.
Hi 2CarPros. Just changed the trans filter/fluid on my 2011 F150 XLT 4x4. The truck ran great prior to me servicing it. I drained out 5.5qts and added 5.5qts of Ford factory LV fluid. It was a fleet truck and fleet serviced and has 160K miles on it. Last filter/fluid was done at 118K. Cycled the shifter from R to D after service several times. The truck doesn't move in R or D. Double checked the dipstick and it show full. No warning lights on the dash either. Any help before I tow it to my local garage?
Ask you question here for free! www.2carpros.com/questions/new That is a tough question and our automotive experts are standing by to help!
Maybe your filter fell out.
Nick Makris Take it back. It should shift into 5 in the city.
How about the fluid in torque converter?
Ford recommends that these transmission should NEVER be "flushed"...just "drain & fill". The tranny holds about 13 liters of fluid, but you'll only be draining and replacing about 7.5 liters. Fluid remains in the torque converter during the drain and it will mix with the new fluid during operation. So, your only really 50% cleaning the transmission, but you also have to do the filter at every change.
how many quarts did you end up using? Also where did you get the adapter for the fluid container?
Wow I didn't know there was a dip stick for this transmission. Finally I might change the fluid and be able to check the fluid level😃
Yep! Thanks for watching!
Yep! A little tiny plastic dipstick under the access cap. The final level needs to be checked when the engine is hot, but the dipstick is located about 2 inches from the extremely hot catalytic converter, so proceed with caution.
What a mess!!! American engineering. I can think a few improvement to make this easier. Like not have to drop a oil Pan? come on, it is 21 century.
Almost every modern car doesn't have a transmission drain plug. This is so you will take it to the dealer, it is intentional. Thanks for watching!
My Subaru has both a spin on trans filter and drain plug. Agree with you Tony.
@@2carpros If everyone is thinking the same way, then someone's NOT thinking.
Have you seen what a Toyota Tundra needs to change its transmission fluid? How about a Nissan Titan - ITS EXACTLY THE SAME AS AMERICAN TRUCKS. Which shows you dont know what your talking about.
thank you sir. a very clean professional job!!!
Thank you so much for watching and commenting!
How many transmission oil quarters did you put in? What is the torque for each bolt?
three quarters and two nickels
You forgot to remove and clean the MAGNET while cleaning the pan. (it's the circular thing on the inside top edge of pan)
asdflkjh was just about to say the same thing...be contaminated oil and debris under it now its been sprayed with cleaner...great for new fluid.
And your suppose to open drain plug first thing to relieve pressure. 6r80s build pressure and you can reuse the gasket. Do not scrape the pan mating surface either. Anything outside where gasket meets doesn't hurt seal. Merton lv . They got a lot of things wrong
Or the fill plug.....on 6r80's that do not have drain plugs i.e on Mazda's
brisXr6t fill plug and dipstick is what meant to say. I had a little to much beers in me last night
timglenleigh1 sounds like a good night :D
You can reuse the gasket and its motorcraft lv transmission fluid
Only if the gasket is in good shape. Thanks for watching!
Isn’t it true that you should never add straight new ATF fluid because it has so much detergent in it? What mix would you say is the best? 50/50 new/old, 75/25 new old?
No that's not true. New fluid is always better than old. You aren't getting ALL the fluid out anyways. Doing this you are probably getting 65 percent of it out. But the big deal is the filter. Thanks for watching!
How much fluid did it take
I'm putting a drain plug n my 2016 F165 when I change it at 60,000. I have a plug n both of my GMs.
Would change it before that man. Ford Tech advice!
I meant cut it in half. Dang fat fingers
What a crazy thing that Ford didn't put a drain plug in that pan. It's a disgusting omission.
Most modern cars don't have one. Thanks for watching!
Awesome thank you for the help , it's always nice to know how to do things before i take it in for service, sometimes men think us women aren't knowledgeable enough, you helped a lot thank you, now if someone tries to lie to me i will know how things are suppose to go . THANK YOU lol :)
Awesome! You got it! Thank you for watching!
Thanks a lot.
Thanks for the video! Could Ford have made it any more difficult to drain and refill the damn thing??? 🙄
Yeah I'm not sure why they made it this difficult. I guess so you take it to the dealer. Thanks for watching!
2CarPros how often should I be changing this fluid and filter?
Ches Jeter if you can’t not be an asshole then don’t comment! Thanks for your unwanted response! Oh yeah emoji 🖕
2carpros you indicated the fluids needs to be exactly between A and B, but what is the temperature of the fluid at the time its between A and B because in arizona which its like 100+ degree upon start the truck its already hot and canada its about 70 degree less.fluid temperature plays big rule between A and B
that's your normal operating temp then. It won't be as big a difference as the engine still runs warm no matter where you are. internal COMBUSTION means fire so it'll be hot but normal.
Greetings guys, I have a 2011 F 150 with ongoing tranny problems, I foolishly allowed Ford to upgrade the tranny recall software, the truck will not engage or stay in 5th, city cruising Im revving between 1200-1500rpms, and loosing quite a bit of fuel economy. Previous to this, cruising in the city it would sit nicely at 950-1000 rpm. I can't get anywhere with Ford, they say thats the program, to bad we can't do anything about it. And of course the geniuses at customer service want to prescribe
anti -depressants. How do you do a recall and return a vehicle back in this condition. If anyone has any further advice, Im all ears.
I actually had one of these trucks and was in the same situation! But I am afraid there really is no way to go back. The coders write the code in such a way that it can't really be overwritten by a previous version. They make it user unfriendly on purpose. Maybe there is an after market company that can change shit patterns with a tuner that plugs into the OB2 port but, that isn't going to be manufacturer specification. That's really the only way I imagine. Ford isn't going to want to go back to the old shift pattern while it may felt nicer it is probably at the cost of longevity of the unit. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for your answer. A recall is suppose to correct or enhance your vehicle, not make it worse. They should have disclosed that the new software would make the vehicle run worse, who's paying for the lost fuel, how can you hand a vehicle back, doing 120 kms less per tank? How do you do that ? The idiots at Ford want to prescribe medication and offer condolences? I can't believe how pathetic Ford has been, they just want to pretend nothings wrong. Ya think they'd offer something for selling a bad vehicle and making it worse. If I screw something up I correct it making it better than it was or equal. If I have a slow week Im gonna park infront of that dealership, with the truck decorated, appropriately.
After you check the fluid do you have to start it and let it run and recheck it because the filter fills up with fluid?
Where is all the fluid that is supposed to drain out? And what % of the fluid is still in the transmission itself during this service? 2/3 or 1/2?
Is a cooler line exchange an option? It appears this method doesn't remove fluid in the torque converter. Thanks!
yes the line is by the front left headlight
Why is it that they don't install drain plugs like oil pans?
They used to. Toyota still does! My guess is cost and so you'll take it to them and they can make money on you. Thanks for watching!
its going to be better if you share the parts# so we can order easily on your website
We don't sell parts. Thanks for watching!
What size of tubing did you use for refill?
Thanks for the help!
Dealer price of trans flush: $225
Trans drain and refill: $180
Awesome!
I may be wrong but, i thought the 6r80 is non flushable do to thermostat. Was curious if its true or not.
@@briandesjardins728 You just have to get temp up to operating temp of over 190F before the valve opens and will let you flush all the fluid. So tell me this, do you think your Ford dealer drives your truck around to get it to that temp before they pull it in the garage and start the flush? Wishful thinking. They pull it right in after it has been parked outside all morning and immediately start a "flush" when it is about same temp as the outside.
I HAVE A QUESTION TO ANYONE WHO MAY BE ABLE TO GIVE GOOD ADVICE ????
ON MY 2012 F150 3.5 ECOBOOST WITH 207.000 MILES ON MY TRANSMISSION,,,,,,,,,, AN THE FUILD HAS NEVER BEEN CHANGED,
& THE TRANY IS STARTING TO SLIP ON INCLINES UNDER 75 MPH,
AT 80 MPH IT DOSNT SLIP,
WILL MY TRANSMISSION FAIL WITH NEW FUILD AN FILTER ????
when you check level fluid are run engin or not
stick says in park and engine idle. so yes
Yes engine on
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Music in the video is from the game Granturismo lol
It is! That's why I picked it, it is free use music. Many games used them. Thanks for watching!
Is this the same technique for a 2011 f150 with Ecoboost? Thanks
Very similar. Thanks for watching!
Ford says the gasket is reusable. It's steel.
Coated in rubber. It's not uncommon for the rubber to be ruined and need a new one. Thanks for watching!
I have a 2011 eco boost when I check the fluid while running it sprays out. Is this normal because it makes it difficult to check level
Ya I did this and now it wont go into gear
Is this on an ecoboost or does it matter?
This is on an ecoboost but it doesn't matter. Thanks for watching!
Very good explanation of changing oil filter oil etc..Thx for sharing!
Where's your third hand ?
Question: The manual specifies just a hair over 13 quarts as the capacity. How many quarts did you end up using here? Did you drain the torque converter?
Oscar Sanchez Jr, BSc. this is not going to help you, I've done some research on forums some say 7.5 others 5, and at autozone they told me 3.5 hopefully someone can help us out
Makes sense. The pan isn't that deep and I would usually get around 6 or so from my 4R70W when only dumping out the pan.
Sorry I don't really remember. We just kept filling until it was at the right point. It's always better to buy too many and return some that you don't use. Thank you so much for watching!
Oscar Sanchez Jr, BSc. did you figure out how many quartz came out of just the pan?
elgayetas ford says to start with three and a half quarts, it easiest to do that and then starts the vehicle and go through the gears and let it warm up. Then add until you have the correct amount on the dipstick. Last one I did took about 6 quarts but its a pain in the ass if you overfill
On the pan does it say that the gasket is reusable? It’s engraved on the pan somewhere
How many quarts did you add? I don't want to over buy
7 and 1/2 qt
I was told that my 2009 Ford F-150 “might” need the “intake Fuel Runners” replace (a bit over $1000)… I have been looking for a tutorial for a while but I’ve been unsuccessful. Truck runs well.. truck runs well.
PLEASE HELP!!! I have 2013 F150 3.5 eco boost with 6R80. My fill plug/dip stick just spins. I can not remove it. The bottom half of the plug appears to be intentionally rounded over. Has anyone ever seen this? I blew a cooler line this past weekend while on vacation 5 hours from home deep in the woods of northern Maine. I cut out the quick disconnect portion that was leaking and replaced it with a 2 foot section of high temp hose and clamps. Had no choice but to add new fluid from the highest point of the cooler line. I only added 1 quart because I had no way of knowing how much I lost. Luckily that seem to do the trick and got me home. How the hell does this come out?
Can't you turn the vehicle upside down so it's easier to get the new filter & the old pan back on?
Hahahah good one! Thanks for watching!
I turned on the engine and waited about 15 minutes, I removed the nut and dipstick, for someone reason I turned off the engine, I went under my truck again, after 2 or 3 minutes the transmission fluid started coming up of the dipstick hole (engine still off and hot), does it mean that my truck had too much fluid?
Current fluid level between A and B
I did my 14 n very little mess following the guidance. I did find a neat way of adding the fluid. I now have a oil pan bolt to drain from on mine 👍👍
Great tip!
Which one did you use? Have a link?
Steven Perry I watched several but keep a couple front bolts in but loose n tip pan towards the exhaust pipe. Ittl open towards the back n come out somewhat controlled. I used a Tupperware type catch pan about 5” deep n wide enough for 2-3 cakes. I did put cardboard down but not much on it. I got the replacement pan on amazon or EBay but check rock auto. I fabed a long tubed funnel n ran down from the wheel well behind the frame n into the trans. May have to add some after u drive. Keep the skid plate off til. I did all the fluids n those wonderful o-rings in the cooling system. Less than 300$ n my time n no problem just a little learning curve.
@@scottwebber652 What drain plug?
Steven Perry the drain plug is on the replacement pan I mentioned. For the next time
I feel like grocery shopping in the 90's now
I wish I was grocery shopping in the 90's I'd grab some Dunkaroos and String Thing and I wouldn't have a stomach ache because I wouldn't be an adult. Thanks for watching!
@@2carpros lol, never heard of those things... except the stomach ache
Came to this looking to see if I can see the output shaft speed sensor location in the video. Have to replace mine, and shop quoted me at 600 bucks. Would really appreciate it if someone could let me know if it's as simple as 1 bolt past this point. Should be around valve body, right?
I’m still waiting for Ford’s better idea…How many years has it been?
What about the fluid in the transmission cooler?
What about a torque spec on those pan bolts?
The Ford book says 11 but I feel like that is way too loose. Thanks for watching!
anybody know how much dealer charges for a fluid and filter change on an f150?
Do it your self.
I would not pay over $150. Give or take a few dollars for this service
An astronomical amount.
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Ive got over 200000 miles on my 2013. I think I gotta change the diffs, transfer case, and transmission oils.
Yeah I would. Thanks for watching!
I got a 2013 ford f150 with a canceled component so dealer ship can only change it my question is can you flush the transmission fluid with 278 000km on it does it harm it to flush old stuff out?
I got a question. I took my truck to valvoline oil change place to get my transmission fluid changed about 30 mins before they close and the guy that works there tells me he is not certified to run that machine to change the fluid. But come back tomorrow and this other guy is. I have a 2014 F150 4x4 with a 160,407 miles on it. Was that guy full of bull poop?
I mean it sounds like bull poop, but maybe it is Valvoline company policy? Thanks for watching Ryan.
How often should you change the transmission filter?
If you purchased the vehicle new, change the filter at 30,000 miles & every 50,000 after that. The Ford recommended interval is way too long. It's much cheaper in the long run to change it out early.
Changed mine out at 182,000. Bought new in 2013. Was told NOT to change by a service advisor if I didn’t do it at 100,000. Didn’t seem right, no issues…. Yet.
$149.95 at Ford. Gettin it done today.
That's not a bad price at all! Thanks for watching!
2CarPros disregard that price. Thats what she quoted me yesterday on the phone. Charged me $219.95 total this morning.
only getting 8mpg in my 2013 5.0 Supercew since I filled up Tuesday. Told its likely these negative degree temps we have here in Ohio. Dunno if its that but its never dropped like this due to cold weather before. Lifted on 35s and I was averaging 12.9mpg. Filled up and the temps did drop really low Monday night. Now Im lucky to get 10mpg on the highway. Drops quickly to 7-8 as I climb a hill or idle. Weird!
$220 at a dealer isn't bad. Temperature can definitely have a negative effect on fuel economy. I have a lifted 2005 5.4 on 33's I'm lucky to see 14-15 highway. I'm sure it is single digits city and I live in Southern California.
Is your engine temp super low during operation?
2CarPros no its at normal operating temp as it always is.
No Drain plug?
Some cars have them some don't. This one didn't.
Hardly any vehicles have drains on the tranny, too many misinformed folks were draining the tranny accidentally when trying to change engine oil.
Daniel Heugly haha I did that in a Hyundai Elantra once
Thats why i tig welded a 1/2" half coupling on the lowest point of my tranny pan, automobile factories are assholes, they should have a drain port just like on an oil pan.....i also put an after market stainless steel braided hose fill/check tube on my 2014 f150, $100.00 bucks works great, no leaks ...
That is boss. I'd love to do a video on that. I really feel like all transmission pans should have them. Thanks for watching!
Hello
My car f150 2013 5.0
It’s now 135,000 miles and im in qatar so the weather hot mostly , it’s safely to changing the transmission and differential oil.
Yeah I definitely would at that mileage. Thanks for watching!
They made difficult for servicing. I don't see when to change the transmission fluid+filter in the manual book. It says only the transfer case fluid in every 60k mi.
Yep. But we get around them. Ford says 150k miles for transmission service but I wouldn't go past 100k. Thanks for watching!
Dorman 65128 transmission drain plug kit.
No is no ko
Must take 1st prize worst design ever
Try a Chevy truck where the exhaust prevents removal of the pan at all with out removing the exhaust or at least severely prying it down
Please help. I have a 2015 f150 44k miles 3.5 v6 standard engine..I don't haul things. When should ATF be changed? Thx
60-80k I would check it. Thanks for watching!
I could never understand why there are no drain plugs on these pans. Life would be so much easier
So you have to take it to the dealer and pay oodles of money. That's what I have always been told. Thanks for watching!
Why do they not put a drain plug in the automatic transmission oil pan?
I know it would not be used often, but it would make the job a lot less messy.
Cheap and easy to put the plugs in at the factory while making the pan.
So you have to take it to the dealer and pay them money. I believe Toyota still does though. Thanks for watching!
Is this the R60/80?
I've always wondered why transmission pans never come with a drain plug like an oil pan?
So you take it to the dealer and it's cheaper to make. Thanks for watching!
I'll give you a like if you give me a lift. 🤪
Do you need to drain the torque converter as well, I've done it that way in older fords but I've never changed it in my 2011 f150
If the torque converter has a drain plug then yes. It holds about as much as the pan itself, so that's a lot of old fluid in there. I'm about to do mine, and I cross my fingers that there is a drain plug so I don't end up wasting a lot of new fluid to flush out the old.
thx for posting...ford just quoted me $280 to change.. Canada...Jan. 2020..
Now you can do it for just some time! Thanks for watching!
where is the dipstick/plug located on the trans? you dont show taking the plug out
The very small dipstick is on the passenger side of the transmission. Looks like a very long bolt head and it has a seal to be water proof. Thanks for watching!
Hi, temp of measuring or it doesn't matter?
Excellent video but I would prefer to hear the tools and the grunting while doing the job😂
That's the way I do them now, thanks for watching!
What’s the benefit of doing this ? And I have 120k and don’t think it was ever done can I still do this ?
Your transmission will last longer, bad oil will make the transmission shudder when shifting. If you tow a lot you probably want to do this sooner if you dont know if its ever been done before. Just check the dipstick - how clear is the fluid? Is it a dark grey or have a dark cast to it? Probably time to change it. I think it lasts something like 60,000 miles in-between changes. New trucks usually get it changed the first time early (like around the 3rd or 4th oil change) as the transmission is breaking in and produces a lot of excess metal dust/micro shavings (this is normal).
You should also clean the outside of the pan along with all of the bolts. Cleanliness is next to Godliness when it comes to automatic transmissions!
Always good to be clean. Thanks fo rwatching!
Remove magnet and clean it completely!
Is there a solution to a dip stick and tube like old models.