👏 🏆 🔧 This is the best tutorial for the Panther platform trans oil and filter change. The narration and explanation are excellent, the camera work was great (tripod!), and there was no annoying and distracting metal/techno/rap "music" blasting in the background. This is a professional-looking production that walks the novice through the process. Thank you for the superb work, WJ Handy Dad.
Just changed transmission fluid/filter and installed the drain plug following your excellent video. 2011 P7B from Sheriffs department with 102k miles and 5101 idle hours so I was super anxious about whether or not to change. As a safety precaution I saved the old fluid just in case the transmission slipped then I could pour back in the old fluid. Yellow plug was in the pan so it was original fluid. Pleased to say all works well, no slipping and shifts feel more solid. Appreciate all your videos! Power steering fluid is next!
You can do it. It's messy but not difficult. Also you can't really trust that a shop will do it because it's virtually impossible to tell without basically doing the job yourself
Good how to video. Just a few things to add: I found it much easier if you plan on putting a drain plug in, just drill a hole in the pan while it is installed and let it drain out there first. Makes it so much easier to get the pan down without making a mess. Also, it is ideal to weld the plug in place to prevent leaking, but not everyone has access to a welder. The locktite you used is OK, but ideally use some anaerobic sealant around the threads to prevent leaking. Dorman also makes a pan with a built in drain plug for about $35 that is a good deal. I see you did it, but the gasket is reusable, no need for a new gasket or any sealant. One thing to note as well, Mercon LV tends to be a little darker, even when "fresh".
You make the maintenance and service to your Vics look effortlessly. I am due for a trans fluid change. I've been wanting to get the Dorman pan that has the drain plug already installed. Great video sir, keep up the good work.
Another great and instructive video from Mr. Crown Vic himself. Excellent point about adding, draining and adding more fluid to completely flush out all the old with da new!
Heck yeah man, you don't know how much help this video was to me. I have an 09 Crown Vic P71 with 220k miles, and she runs and drives like it's brand new now! Good ole' reliable. FYI, if you're buying a Crown Vic from an auction, GET A CARFAX if you're really wanting to get that certain one. Make sure the transmission was maintained at least every 50k miles, or whatever Ford recommends. If there's no history, stay away.
Mercon LV gets “dirtier” quicker than Mercon V so it may look worse but not necessarily be worse. Also to help lessen the potential mess from the pan drop, use a suction to suck out as much fluid through the dipstick hole beforehand.
I have watched many of your videos this past week, I really enjoy your demeanor and detailed approach! I get my first crown vic PI delivered next Wednesday, it is a 2005. Can't wait to start working on it, your videos will be a great help!
@@WJHandyDad I too. He reminds me of a cross between a Sunday school teacher, and a camp counselor I had as a kid. I imagine he's the type of guy that when he curses, he says things like "Aww Fidgelsticks!", or " Son of a Biscuit Maker!".
I got a trans pan out of an E450 from the local pick and pull, it comes with a very nice factory drain plug. Next visit to the junkyard I'm going to get a slightly taller trans dipstick and tube - I think I've noticed them on some of the 2008 and newer models, vs. the shorter tube and dipstick on my 2006 Town Car that is slightly buried. I also only get 4.5 quarts on a pan fluid change.
I have been changing mine at least once a year since I got this one and just did another pan drop and filter change on both and they run and shift great
@@WJHandyDad the thing I was worried about obviously is that I only just bought it. I know the department it came from and the guy who owned it in between took good care of it but even still, you know how sketchy people always are about telling stories regarding changing transmission fluid if it's been too long. I dont wanna risk bricking the car after I only just brought it home, you know?
@@Robert-ge6wd I completely understand. If it was my car I would change it. If it bricked, I would assume that it was going to brick very soon anyway. You can look at the color of the fluid on the dipstick and see if it's still reddish or if it's brownish-black and at least get somewhat of an idea of how well it has been maintained
I had Ford do a transmission oil and filter change when I got my car and gave them an aftermarket pan with a drain plug now I got to do the filter and I was always worried to do it because I didn't know if I'd be able to do the gasket right but in your video it said its a reusable gasket so that's makes me much more comfortable then making a gasket or something lol thx!
It’s important to note that the transmission fluid can also be partly drained at the hose connections for the condenser. Don’t forget that trans fluid needs to be cooled just like any other fluid in and around the engine. So if you are doing a condenser replacement don’t forget to catch any trans fluid that spills out so you can replace it with the same amount, or better yet, do a trans fluid change while working on the AC system.
I have another video showing how to drain/flush from the cooler lines but I feel like it's not the safest way to go and really should be at least a 2 person job
@@WJHandyDad ~ I'll be honest. I bypassed the AC pulley for a compressor replacement and when I went to put it in I had loosened up one of the trans fluid lines by accident. Shoulda seen my face when I went for a test drive and trans fluid was gushing out all over the road. I was sure the tranny was toast by the time I got back but it seems to be doing ok after replacing the fluid and closing up that line.
I have found that motorcraft ATF has caused severe wear to my 2012 F-150 transmission. I had oil analysis done on the fluid and it's low quality product.
Except it never happened, a mechanically inclined individual like yourself would sense a transmission slipping thousands of miles before it actually went "severe" but we appreciate you working on a commission for Amsoil, good product
I honestly don't know if there is a difference or not. I don't have the testing equipment to give a helpful analysis. I've used all sorts of brands of fluids in my cars over nearly 40 years of driving and the one common denominator is I've changed fluids on or before time and I've never noticed (from the driver's seat) a difference between using a less expensive brand. I'm sure someone out there has analyzed them and can tell us if there is any meaningful difference between brands.
@@WJHandyDad Thank you, i appreciate your response. I'll do some research, if I find something with any weight I'll be sure to share it. I too have never noticed anything (as you say, from the driver's seat) as long as I've changed the fluids on time or prior and the recommended TYPE of fluid.
Glad I watched this first. I was about to change my fluid witha filter 🤦🏿. So the ring you popped out that you said took you 5min to get, how is it supposed to fit on the filter before you place it back in the trans? Is it supposed to be snug on the filter?
the old o-ring gasket usually gets stuck in the transmission (been 100% of the time for me). You don't re-use it. The new filter should have a new o-ring gasket on it.
After I owned a 2006 Grand Marquis from my brother, the first maintenance I did was 4 years ago after changing the engine oil was gear oil, but I put Mercon LV oil by mistake and it was the fault of the owner of a parts store in determining the correct oil, at that time I dont understand a lot about cars, the strange thing is that the gearbox works great and I have not had any problems so far and I have driven more than 60,000 kilos,and there are other owners who use the same oil on their 98 and 2002 vehicles, thinking that it is better and newer, I am really confused about how such a simple mistake to happen Even the owner of the parts store 😂🤣
there is a lot of confusion about it, especially when you have products like the Valvoline that claim to work in both V and LV applications. Hopefully you didn't cause any damage
HELLO MY FRIEND, YOU SAID WHEN FIRST CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND WAIT FOR A COUPLE DAYS TO CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID, MY QUESTION IS YOU STILL HAVE CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FILTER?
it would be overkill to change the filter twice that close together unless you had a good reason (like the new filter getting filled up with gunk). What I was saying is after you do the pan drop and filter change you can do another drain and refill through the drain plug any time you feel like it. Now I typically do one pan drop with filter change every 2 years, and on the in between years I do a drain and refill through the drain plug. Hope that helps
Can you give us an update on how the drain plug is holding up with regard to drips and leakage? Just wondering if this or getting an aftermarket pan with the drain plug is the better route. Thanks!
So I had a 2010 Lincoln Town Car Executive L with 384,000 miles that wouldn’t up shift to 3-4 gear so I can say he is right on everything except you want the car warmed up not cold to help with flushing the fluid I would recommend if not damaged reuse the Lincoln factory gasket it’s a better quality metal gasket vs the paper feeling gasket included in the AC Delco kit but 10K and 8 months later transmission shifts perfecty. Note I did the flush using 16.5 qt of motor craft LV transmission fluid. Also the yellow plug was found at the bottom of my pan so leads me to believe that my Town Car hasn’t had a transmission service in 384,000 miles scary right but now I can say I dodged the bullet for sure. I love my 2010 Lincoln Town Car Executive L Series
I think there is one on each of my vehicles that doesn't really torque down properly. The mounting surface is probably soft enough that a rushed mechanic could damage the threads. That's why I always start stuff by hand. But of course a lot of places start everything with an impact wrench LOL
Your thoughts on royal purple transmission oil ? Look for information on this, if it can be used on a 08 crown Victoria I know now that it uses mercon v thanks to your video 👍 just a thought🤷♂️
I have never used any of their products so I don't have an opinion. I'm sure one of my subscribers has used their products and hopefully they'll answer
Just use Valvoline Mercon V or LV depending on year. I’ll sum this up. MotoCraft isn’t bad but Ford doesn’t make their own oils. It’s contractacted out. Has been since like the 60s. As for Royal Purple it’s honestly not that good. Project Farm has done reviews on it. And you want the Mercon V spec. If it doesn’t say it on the box it’s probably a no go. -Oil: Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 5W-20 or 5W-30, 5W-20 is factory and a better bet for MPG and getting oil to the top faster. Don’t put heavier oils in. (Natural Gas stuff can’t be beaten for the most part and available cheap at Walmart). -ATF/Power Steering: Valvoline Mercon V or LV (Valvoline is like the number 1 go to for ATF). -Brake Fluid : Prestone DOT 3 Synthetic (Cheap and good quality, but avoid DOT 4 it doesn’t last as long and brake fluid gets corrosive as it ages which is why BMW like to call for a flush). -Coolant: Any 50/50 Long Life usually Red in Color not green. (Color is important, Red means long life. Most service vehicles will use it). -Diff: Just a good quality spec oil. The stuffs heavy. That’s all it needs to be. Pretty much all you need to know you’ll be set. Forget Royal Purple and AMSOIL. Your just over paying. The stuff above is good quality if not better for way less. Filters I almost always try to stick to the dealer unless it’s a Air Filter. A few reasons some of these aftermarket ones will literally crumble or have no or poor quality anti drain back valves or bad gaskets. (2004+ you want a Mercury Maurauder Air Filter, theirs a slight difference and the P71s used that Air Box even though I believe the regular Crown Vic Air Filter still fits). Spark plugs I usually try to figure out who the car manufacturer contracted to make the plugs. Lol it’s not MotoCraft. Otherwise I have actually been partial to a good quality Fine Wire Iridium Spark Plug made by AutoLite. As for gas. Well todays cars can benefit from 93 especially if it’s European or Turboed. In a P71 it’s a gigantic waste. That car dosent care if it’s 87 or 100. Lol it drinks fast. It wouldn’t hurt to run a tank of 93 for injection cleaning etc. Otherwise forget it. Hope that helps you! For most my cars I go this general route. The brands I listed just have it nailed. Even my BMW M2 same brands but wouldn’t use AutoLites on one and obviously the spec changes EX: Chevy uses Dexron, but I still go Valvoline on the ATF. Long post but when I hear Amsoil, Royal Purple, Motul etc. I’m just like why!?!?! Royal Purple is only purple cuz it’s dyed. Lol. Extra $20 for that. Also it does poorly in cold climates.
Got the same Vic. Need to do this to mine. My tranny fluid has 108k miles. It's turning brown from age. Hey am I suppose to leave half the fluid in it.
I just recently got my first crown vic and I love it. When I first drove it I could feel some slipping but barely,and now today 4 months later the transmission will no longer move the car no matter what you do.so...I had no idea how seriouse the transmission is...that being said I plan to go out in the morning and pull the transmission set it up with about a 10 foot square work area . I have never worked on ahing transmission before so I'm excited because this one means something . So any advise or comments
I have a question. I just got a crown Victoria with 140k Miles (2011). The transmission fluid did look like yours from the video and I’m not sure if I should replace it or not. I’m also not sure if it’s ever been replaced. What should I do?
just wanted to ask what kind of ramps that you had, i need to do this and I've been putting it off cause I don't have ramps or stands. (Only managed to change my oil cause I used the driveway to get it up.)
What I read was all fluids originally spec'd for Mercon can and should use Mercon V. So if the spec for your van was Mercon, it is safe (and recommended) to use Mercon V
@@WJHandyDad Thank you so much! Yup. Just checked Haynes manual and it calls for just Mercon, for the E40D. I saw a forum that also mentioned the update and wanted to make sure. Would it also be ok for the power steering pump? I can not find a solid answer and my manual calls for Premium Power steering fluid (not ATF I believe). I'm currently using ATF and will soon swap in Type F fluid as final PM.
of course but I find it to be a wonderful addition because it makes changing much cleaner and easier and also allows for easy changes between pan drops and filter changes if you want to do more frequent changes (like I do)
I respectfully disagree. Have you read the Ford service manual? They specify a pan drop and filter change. They do not specify a "flush" of all the fluid. Yes, a pan drop only changes about 25-33% of the fluid, but that is what they specify. I did the drain plug for multiple reasons: 1. less mess when changing and 2. the ability to change out a couple extra quarts in between pan drops. I do not regret the decision at all and have been installing drain plugs on all of my transmissions whenever I drop a pan.
Did you add anything to the threads or use it as it came? I installed one but it leaks,the o ring is just a bad joke,a little hand tight and squeezes out.
@@dvader3000 knock on wood none of mine leak and I have one on each of my police cars. I do think they do better with something to keep them from spinning when you try to open them up. I have used RTV on the one I put on the Charger and plan to do similar whenever I open up the 2010 P7B pan again because I can spin the whole thing when I try to open the drain unless I am holding it with a wrench.
Got my 2006 crown vic and looking to see if my inexperienced self can do the filter change, do I need a torque wrench or can I get them snug with the ratchet?
I haven't tested theirs to see how accurate it is, but that range would be perfect for most jobs. You probably want to get a 1/2" drive one as well so you can torque lug nuts and other things that require >80 ft-lb of torque
Idk but you can buy a new pan for like $20 that will fit. It's a good idea. I figured why get a pan with a plug since I have to drop the pan anyway to change the filter but it was sooo messy it's definitely worth it. It's probably cheaper than buying a drain pan that's 4' by 4' to catch everything anyway
A lot of cars have started coming with "lifetime" filters and fluid but my experience has always been to change the fluid and filter regularly just like you would any other fluid.
Question, I have a 2011 ford crown victoria, and no mechanic wants to change my transmission oil because they say that there is no history on the transmission oil change and because of that if they change the transmission fluid it could then slip gears, so my question to you is what do I do? I bought the filter and gasket from ford and I want to change the oil in the transmission, i took a look at the dipstick and its pink ,don't know now what I should do
the rumor exists that changing the transmission fluid can be bad in some circumstances. It sounds like your transmission fluid is in good shape if it is still pink. I can't say whether or not you should change yours. All I can say is I change mine frequently (per the Ford recommendation of every 2 years/24k miles) and I haven't had any problems.
@@feduo45465 ,yes ,I had the transmission oil changed about 1 year ago ,working like a champ, no issues, I also changed the filter and I installed a drain plug so I can change the oil more frequently on the transmission,👌👍
My fluid is a redish, light brown color. Im at a little over 100,000 miles and wondering if it’s bad to do a fluid change. I have no idea what the service history is on this car and bought it around 85,000 miles.
👏 🏆 🔧 This is the best tutorial for the Panther platform trans oil and filter change. The narration and explanation are excellent, the camera work was great (tripod!), and there was no annoying and distracting metal/techno/rap "music" blasting in the background. This is a professional-looking production that walks the novice through the process. Thank you for the superb work, WJ Handy Dad.
thank you so much for the kind words!
Just changed transmission fluid/filter and installed the drain plug following your excellent video. 2011 P7B from Sheriffs department with 102k miles and 5101 idle hours so I was super anxious about whether or not to change. As a safety precaution I saved the old fluid just in case the transmission slipped then I could pour back in the old fluid. Yellow plug was in the pan so it was original fluid. Pleased to say all works well, no slipping and shifts feel more solid. Appreciate all your videos! Power steering fluid is next!
I've never had any issues changing transmission fluid
Your video is the best I've found on this service. My shop wanted $240. I'm confident I can do this myself now.
You can do it. It's messy but not difficult. Also you can't really trust that a shop will do it because it's virtually impossible to tell without basically doing the job yourself
Good how to video.
Just a few things to add:
I found it much easier if you plan on putting a drain plug in, just drill a hole in the pan while it is installed and let it drain out there first. Makes it so much easier to get the pan down without making a mess.
Also, it is ideal to weld the plug in place to prevent leaking, but not everyone has access to a welder.
The locktite you used is OK, but ideally use some anaerobic sealant around the threads to prevent leaking.
Dorman also makes a pan with a built in drain plug for about $35 that is a good deal.
I see you did it, but the gasket is reusable, no need for a new gasket or any sealant.
One thing to note as well, Mercon LV tends to be a little darker, even when "fresh".
I typically don't like to drill on car just in case but yeah, it would be easier
You make the maintenance and service to your Vics look effortlessly. I am due for a trans fluid change. I've been wanting to get the Dorman pan that has the drain plug already installed. Great video sir, keep up the good work.
@get lost I have thw dorman pan. It does leak
Another great and instructive video from Mr. Crown Vic himself. Excellent point about adding, draining and adding more fluid to completely flush out all the old with da new!
Heck yeah man, you don't know how much help this video was to me. I have an 09 Crown Vic P71 with 220k miles, and she runs and drives like it's brand new now! Good ole' reliable. FYI, if you're buying a Crown Vic from an auction, GET A CARFAX if you're really wanting to get that certain one. Make sure the transmission was maintained at least every 50k miles, or whatever Ford recommends. If there's no history, stay away.
I swear by transmission fluid changes
Mercon LV gets “dirtier” quicker than Mercon V so it may look worse but not necessarily be worse. Also to help lessen the potential mess from the pan drop, use a suction to suck out as much fluid through the dipstick hole beforehand.
You make great videos. Helping me understand my crown vic more and more.
thank you
That’s awesome you added a drain plug to the pan. I didn’t even think of doing that to mine.
I have watched many of your videos this past week, I really enjoy your demeanor and detailed approach! I get my first crown vic PI delivered next Wednesday, it is a 2005. Can't wait to start working on it, your videos will be a great help!
Thank you, now I need to get this done.👍
Mercon V or Mercon LV
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I too.
He reminds me of a cross between a Sunday school teacher, and a camp counselor I had as a kid.
I imagine he's the type of guy that when he curses, he says things like "Aww Fidgelsticks!", or " Son of a Biscuit Maker!".
I found bubbles in my transmission fluid today ! Yay !
I got a trans pan out of an E450 from the local pick and pull, it comes with a very nice factory drain plug. Next visit to the junkyard I'm going to get a slightly taller trans dipstick and tube - I think I've noticed them on some of the 2008 and newer models, vs. the shorter tube and dipstick on my 2006 Town Car that is slightly buried. I also only get 4.5 quarts on a pan fluid change.
This definitely made me feel better about having the fluid in my 2010 p71 changed, thank you
I have been changing mine at least once a year since I got this one and just did another pan drop and filter change on both and they run and shift great
@@WJHandyDad the thing I was worried about obviously is that I only just bought it. I know the department it came from and the guy who owned it in between took good care of it but even still, you know how sketchy people always are about telling stories regarding changing transmission fluid if it's been too long. I dont wanna risk bricking the car after I only just brought it home, you know?
@@Robert-ge6wd I completely understand. If it was my car I would change it. If it bricked, I would assume that it was going to brick very soon anyway. You can look at the color of the fluid on the dipstick and see if it's still reddish or if it's brownish-black and at least get somewhat of an idea of how well it has been maintained
@@WJHandyDad you're absolutely right. I'll speak with my mechanic this week about the change. Thank you!
I had Ford do a transmission oil and filter change when I got my car and gave them an aftermarket pan with a drain plug now I got to do the filter and I was always worried to do it because I didn't know if I'd be able to do the gasket right but in your video it said its a reusable gasket so that's makes me much more comfortable then making a gasket or something lol thx!
Just out of curiosity what does Ford charge to get this done?
@@guillermomiranda8199 don't really remember but I believe 170$ not 100% sure though
Instrumental Beats sounds good. Thanks 👌
Thank you very much! Great Video! I'm going to do the same on mine 2011.
It’s important to note that the transmission fluid can also be partly drained at the hose connections for the condenser. Don’t forget that trans fluid needs to be cooled just like any other fluid in and around the engine. So if you are doing a condenser replacement don’t forget to catch any trans fluid that spills out so you can replace it with the same amount, or better yet, do a trans fluid change while working on the AC system.
I have another video showing how to drain/flush from the cooler lines but I feel like it's not the safest way to go and really should be at least a 2 person job
@@WJHandyDad ~ I'll be honest. I bypassed the AC pulley for a compressor replacement and when I went to put it in I had loosened up one of the trans fluid lines by accident. Shoulda seen my face when I went for a test drive and trans fluid was gushing out all over the road. I was sure the tranny was toast by the time I got back but it seems to be doing ok after replacing the fluid and closing up that line.
glad it worked out... I think the 4r70/75 transmissions are pretty tough
Excellent video, thanks for posting it!
Great job thanks! I’m going to mine myself
I have found that motorcraft ATF has caused severe wear to my 2012 F-150 transmission. I had oil analysis done on the fluid and it's low quality product.
What have you switched to using?
Except it never happened, a mechanically inclined individual like yourself would sense a transmission slipping thousands of miles before it actually went "severe" but we appreciate you working on a commission for Amsoil, good product
That drain plug is a good idea
once you've got one you can't imagine not having one - even for pan drops it's great to get the fluid out in a controlled fashion first
Thanks a lot!
I got 6 QTS of Super Tech Mercon V. I'm debating on returning this and getting Motorcraft.
I honestly don't know if there is a difference or not. I don't have the testing equipment to give a helpful analysis. I've used all sorts of brands of fluids in my cars over nearly 40 years of driving and the one common denominator is I've changed fluids on or before time and I've never noticed (from the driver's seat) a difference between using a less expensive brand. I'm sure someone out there has analyzed them and can tell us if there is any meaningful difference between brands.
@@WJHandyDad Thank you, i appreciate your response. I'll do some research, if I find something with any weight I'll be sure to share it. I too have never noticed anything (as you say, from the driver's seat) as long as I've changed the fluids on time or prior and the recommended TYPE of fluid.
Glad I watched this first. I was about to change my fluid witha filter 🤦🏿. So the ring you popped out that you said took you 5min to get, how is it supposed to fit on the filter before you place it back in the trans? Is it supposed to be snug on the filter?
the old o-ring gasket usually gets stuck in the transmission (been 100% of the time for me). You don't re-use it. The new filter should have a new o-ring gasket on it.
After I owned a 2006 Grand Marquis from my brother, the first maintenance I did was 4 years ago after changing the engine oil was gear oil, but I put Mercon LV oil by mistake and it was the fault of the owner of a parts store in determining the correct oil, at that time I dont understand a lot about cars, the strange thing is that the gearbox works great and I have not had any problems so far and I have driven more than 60,000 kilos,and there are other owners who use the same oil on their 98 and 2002 vehicles, thinking that it is better and newer, I am really confused about how such a simple mistake to happen Even the owner of the parts store 😂🤣
there is a lot of confusion about it, especially when you have products like the Valvoline that claim to work in both V and LV applications. Hopefully you didn't cause any damage
Great video!
HELLO MY FRIEND, YOU SAID WHEN FIRST CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND WAIT FOR A COUPLE DAYS TO CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID, MY QUESTION IS YOU STILL HAVE CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FILTER?
it would be overkill to change the filter twice that close together unless you had a good reason (like the new filter getting filled up with gunk). What I was saying is after you do the pan drop and filter change you can do another drain and refill through the drain plug any time you feel like it. Now I typically do one pan drop with filter change every 2 years, and on the in between years I do a drain and refill through the drain plug. Hope that helps
My 2011 only needed 4.5 quarts for a basic pan drop.
probably 4 to 6 quarts is "normal" so I wouldn't worry.
Counselor, have you heard about a new movie coming out called Crown Vic? And no, I’m not joking!
yes, wonder if it will be any good
I never trust plastic ramps. What it tire blows out on a ramp always use stands. Strange things happen in life. I want to live a long one.
I need to see a video on a 2011 police interceptor. 4R70E
this video shows a 2010 police interceptor, should be identical to the 2011
Can you give us an update on how the drain plug is holding up with regard to drips and leakage? Just wondering if this or getting an aftermarket pan with the drain plug is the better route. Thanks!
not a single drop from any of them. I have them in all my vehicles
@@WJHandyDad Where can we buy that drain plug?
Excellent video 👍
@@jesusdanieldiazserna431 Drain Plug: amzn.to/2NHUH8I
So I had a 2010 Lincoln Town Car Executive L with 384,000 miles that wouldn’t up shift to 3-4 gear so I can say he is right on everything except you want the car warmed up not cold to help with flushing the fluid I would recommend if not damaged reuse the Lincoln factory gasket it’s a better quality metal gasket vs the paper feeling gasket included in the AC Delco kit but 10K and 8 months later transmission shifts perfecty. Note I did the flush using 16.5 qt of motor craft LV transmission fluid. Also the yellow plug was found at the bottom of my pan so leads me to believe that my Town Car hasn’t had a transmission service in 384,000 miles scary right but now I can say I dodged the bullet for sure. I love my 2010 Lincoln Town Car Executive L Series
I agree warm fluid flows better - but for DIY safety cold is the way to go
Do these strip out easily when bolting back down?? I’m not getting much tension in one of the bolts
I think there is one on each of my vehicles that doesn't really torque down properly. The mounting surface is probably soft enough that a rushed mechanic could damage the threads. That's why I always start stuff by hand. But of course a lot of places start everything with an impact wrench LOL
I got an 06 CVPI P71
Your thoughts on royal purple transmission oil ? Look for information on this, if it can be used on a 08 crown Victoria I know now that it uses mercon v thanks to your video 👍 just a thought🤷♂️
I have never used any of their products so I don't have an opinion. I'm sure one of my subscribers has used their products and hopefully they'll answer
Just use Valvoline Mercon V or LV depending on year. I’ll sum this up.
MotoCraft isn’t bad but Ford doesn’t make their own oils. It’s contractacted out. Has been since like the 60s. As for Royal Purple it’s honestly not that good. Project Farm has done reviews on it. And you want the Mercon V spec. If it doesn’t say it on the box it’s probably a no go.
-Oil: Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 5W-20 or 5W-30, 5W-20 is factory and a better bet for MPG and getting oil to the top faster. Don’t put heavier oils in. (Natural Gas stuff can’t be beaten for the most part and available cheap at Walmart).
-ATF/Power Steering: Valvoline Mercon V or LV (Valvoline is like the number 1 go to for ATF).
-Brake Fluid : Prestone DOT 3 Synthetic (Cheap and good quality, but avoid DOT 4 it doesn’t last as long and brake fluid gets corrosive as it ages which is why BMW like to call for a flush).
-Coolant: Any 50/50 Long Life usually Red in Color not green. (Color is important, Red means long life. Most service vehicles will use it).
-Diff: Just a good quality spec oil. The stuffs heavy. That’s all it needs to be.
Pretty much all you need to know you’ll be set. Forget Royal Purple and AMSOIL. Your just over paying. The stuff above is good quality if not better for way less.
Filters I almost always try to stick to the dealer unless it’s a Air Filter. A few reasons some of these aftermarket ones will literally crumble or have no or poor quality anti drain back valves or bad gaskets. (2004+ you want a Mercury Maurauder Air Filter, theirs a slight difference and the P71s used that Air Box even though I believe the regular Crown Vic Air Filter still fits).
Spark plugs I usually try to figure out who the car manufacturer contracted to make the plugs. Lol it’s not MotoCraft. Otherwise I have actually been partial to a good quality Fine Wire Iridium Spark Plug made by AutoLite.
As for gas. Well todays cars can benefit from 93 especially if it’s European or Turboed. In a P71 it’s a gigantic waste. That car dosent care if it’s 87 or 100. Lol it drinks fast. It wouldn’t hurt to run a tank of 93 for injection cleaning etc. Otherwise forget it.
Hope that helps you! For most my cars I go this general route. The brands I listed just have it nailed. Even my BMW M2 same brands but wouldn’t use AutoLites on one and obviously the spec changes EX: Chevy uses Dexron, but I still go Valvoline on the ATF.
Long post but when I hear Amsoil, Royal Purple, Motul etc. I’m just like why!?!?! Royal Purple is only purple cuz it’s dyed. Lol. Extra $20 for that. Also it does poorly in cold climates.
Got the same Vic. Need to do this to mine. My tranny fluid has 108k miles. It's turning brown from age. Hey am I suppose to leave half the fluid in it.
it only changes out about 25-33% when you drain and refill. You would have to do multiple drain and refills to change 50%
I just recently got my first crown vic and I love it. When I first drove it I could feel some slipping but barely,and now today 4 months later the transmission will no longer move the car no matter what you do.so...I had no idea how seriouse the transmission is...that being said I plan to go out in the morning and pull the transmission set it up with about a 10 foot square work area .
I have never worked on ahing transmission before so I'm excited because this one means something . So any advise or comments
I haven't taken apart a transmission so I'm no help there. Good luck!
I have a question. I just got a crown Victoria with 140k Miles (2011). The transmission fluid did look like yours from the video and I’m not sure if I should replace it or not. I’m also not sure if it’s ever been replaced. What should I do?
I can't say what you should do. But I would change it if it were my car.
Ummm is the P7B the police inner -cepter?
yes, P71 up to 2009, and P7B for 2010-2011
How About the 2011 police interceptort 4R70E video from jacking it up to
Can we see a steering fluid flush?
I'll put that on my list of videos to do
@@WJHandyDadgreat this will really help me work on my crown vic
I have a 2009 Ford Marquis. I changed the gear oil and put the V, not the LV
you want to check your owner's manual - according to my records the 2009 uses LV. LV and V are not interchangeable.
just wanted to ask what kind of ramps that you had, i need to do this and I've been putting it off cause I don't have ramps or stands. (Only managed to change my oil cause I used the driveway to get it up.)
the ramps I use are just from Wal Mart, nothing fancy. They do fine for my purposes
@@WJHandyDad thanks! ill sniff around and see what I can find
Why do you ramp it on the rear vs the front?
I did it since my drain plug is on the front I figured more fluid would drain out that way
Would the fluid update by Ford also include the fluid used in a 96 E150 van?
What I read was all fluids originally spec'd for Mercon can and should use Mercon V. So if the spec for your van was Mercon, it is safe (and recommended) to use Mercon V
@@WJHandyDad Thank you so much! Yup. Just checked Haynes manual and it calls for just Mercon, for the E40D. I saw a forum that also mentioned the update and wanted to make sure. Would it also be ok for the power steering pump? I can not find a solid answer and my manual calls for Premium Power steering fluid (not ATF I believe). I'm currently using ATF and will soon swap in Type F fluid as final PM.
So I got a 2009 crown Vic and on the video it says mercon LV and when I go up to a auto store they are telling me mercon V? So is it LV or V
when in doubt look at the transmission dipstick, it will say which fluid to use
Is the drain plug part optional?
of course but I find it to be a wonderful addition because it makes changing much cleaner and easier and also allows for easy changes between pan drops and filter changes if you want to do more frequent changes (like I do)
I have a question mine is 2008 mercury grand marquis is it the same thing from the back
I'm not sure I understand the question. The 2008 MGM and Crown Vic use the same fluid (Mercon V) if that is what you are asking
Did your drain plug ever leak?
not even a drop!
A drain plug is not useful in this car. Why? Because the pan only holds 4 quarts. A full service requires 14 quarters. So you're not making a dent.
I respectfully disagree. Have you read the Ford service manual? They specify a pan drop and filter change. They do not specify a "flush" of all the fluid. Yes, a pan drop only changes about 25-33% of the fluid, but that is what they specify. I did the drain plug for multiple reasons: 1. less mess when changing and 2. the ability to change out a couple extra quarts in between pan drops. I do not regret the decision at all and have been installing drain plugs on all of my transmissions whenever I drop a pan.
Any updates on that drain plug you installed?
it's a great mod
Did you add anything to the threads or use it as it came?
I installed one but it leaks,the o ring is just a bad joke,a little hand tight and squeezes out.
@@dvader3000 knock on wood none of mine leak and I have one on each of my police cars. I do think they do better with something to keep them from spinning when you try to open them up. I have used RTV on the one I put on the Charger and plan to do similar whenever I open up the 2010 P7B pan again because I can spin the whole thing when I try to open the drain unless I am holding it with a wrench.
Got my 2006 crown vic and looking to see if my inexperienced self can do the filter change, do I need a torque wrench or can I get them snug with the ratchet?
I would highly recommend that you get a torque wrench. You'll use it for so many DIY projects that it will pay for itself.
@@WJHandyDad specific brand you'd reccommend? Inexpensive preferable
mine are both Craftsman but I don't know if still available since Sears went bankrupt.
@@WJHandyDad looking at one from harbor freight: 3/8 in. torque wrench provides a range from 5-80 ft. lbs. that be fine for this job? Thanks!
I haven't tested theirs to see how accurate it is, but that range would be perfect for most jobs. You probably want to get a 1/2" drive one as well so you can torque lug nuts and other things that require >80 ft-lb of torque
Can you retrofit a 2007 CVPI with the transmission pan from a 2010 - 2011 to get a drain plug?
Idk but you can buy a new pan for like $20 that will fit. It's a good idea. I figured why get a pan with a plug since I have to drop the pan anyway to change the filter but it was sooo messy it's definitely worth it. It's probably cheaper than buying a drain pan that's 4' by 4' to catch everything anyway
My 2011 owners manual says no need to change the filter. Hmmm.
A lot of cars have started coming with "lifetime" filters and fluid but my experience has always been to change the fluid and filter regularly just like you would any other fluid.
Question, I have a 2011 ford crown victoria, and no mechanic wants to change my transmission oil because they say that there is no history on the transmission oil change and because of that if they change the transmission fluid it could then slip gears, so my question to you is what do I do? I bought the filter and gasket from ford and I want to change the oil in the transmission, i took a look at the dipstick and its pink ,don't know now what I should do
the rumor exists that changing the transmission fluid can be bad in some circumstances. It sounds like your transmission fluid is in good shape if it is still pink. I can't say whether or not you should change yours. All I can say is I change mine frequently (per the Ford recommendation of every 2 years/24k miles) and I haven't had any problems.
@@WJHandyDad ,ok I understand, I will change it soon ,thanks for the advice, wish me luck
@@joeybaez1745 update? please.
@@feduo45465 ,yes ,I had the transmission oil changed about 1 year ago ,working like a champ, no issues, I also changed the filter and I installed a drain plug so I can change the oil more frequently on the transmission,👌👍
@@joeybaez1745 thanks for your kind response. Best of luck.
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My pan came without a magnet. Where can I buy the right one?
you may have to just buy a big magnet. I don't see a Ford specific but did find this that might fit: amzn.to/2VyLljZ
@@WJHandyDad That magnet from Amazon is the real deal. Replaces the OEM magnet perfectly.
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i wouldnt trust shitty plastic ramps .
My fluid is a redish, light brown color. Im at a little over 100,000 miles and wondering if it’s bad to do a fluid change. I have no idea what the service history is on this car and bought it around 85,000 miles.
reddish, light brown sounds perfect to change. I have experienced zero negative effects from fluid and filter changes