This will help maintain a steady line pressure which can lead to a host of problems if it drops. I usually remove all but the corner bolts, then remove two at one end, slowly releasing tension on the other two to let the pan slowly drain the fluid. The easiest way to test for a defective solenoid is to use a hand held ohm meter. Every transmission is cold and hot tested while using a custom-blended fully synthetic automatic transmission fluid, and filtration system. I was inspecting a 2007 Navi today to buy it and after 30 seconds looking at the engine compartment trying to find the trans. I won't argue that a proper dipstick should be manditory on any auto trans.
No shavings on the magnet. You are given time to review your quote before ordering. He broke the dipstick inside… Any suggestions on what to do? I thought I would first drop the Pan and check the fluid and change it and the filter if there were no obvious signs of metal etc in there. Regardless, most agree that a pan drop and the filter should always be replaced, and service should not be done on a high mileage transmission with burnt fluid. Bridge Seal Problems There is a bridge seal in between the pump and the valve body; this seal has a reputation for blowing out. Glad you were able to get the nut off. Sooner or later your customer will be faced with a decision to replace the 6R80 transmission in their vehicle, be it from excessive mileage or from overheating the transmission.
The correct method of servicing a transmission is probably the single most debated subject on this forum. Where to Install the 6R60 Before the Mercury brand of automobiles was removed from production, the 6R60 automatic gearbox was found inside of the Mountaineer. As it comes into the machine it is exchanged out 1 to 1. Anything outside this range may indicate a problem with the solenoid. I asked them if they would check my transmission fluid level. I hope this helps someone as much as it did me!! Slight bump during downshift from 2nd to 1st is no longer there. The service manual does not give any instructions on how a scanner may open the thermostat to allow a flush.
Ford claims that this is one of its most reliable transmissions. The 6R60 Transmission is on sale now! Hope this info is of use to anyone. Not to mention our recent sale price making it easy on anyone's pocketbook. Potential Problems To Look Out For With The 6R80 Transmission Posted by on Tuesday, July 9th, 2013 The is a six speed automatic transmission made by Ford. Get a piece of brake line tubing and bend one end over to make a hook for pumping the fluid through.
The E Clutch The works with the fourth through sixth gears. Any springs, valves, seals and gaskets are always checked prior to us shipping a unit out. It can be a pain to do it your self. The shop manual does state that the gasket is reusable silicone? R emanufactured transmissions carry a longer, 3 year, nationwide warranty with additional upgrades while a rebuilt unit generally carries up to a 1 or 2 year warranty and upgrades vary from shop to shop. Not to mention our recent sale price making it easy on anyone's pocketbook. Owner with these types of vehicles tend to tow or carry payloads above the factory recommended limit.
Any like someone pointed out, you damn near have to have the truck on a lift so you don't burn your arms checking fluid level. Major warning signs include rough shifting and trouble codes. Breakdown of the 6R60 valve body. We like to send a copy of what you can review here online. For every 20 degrees you go over 200 degrees you cut the life span of the transmission by a factor of two. It goes inline between the cooler line and cooler.
Used transmissions, since there is no way to know how many miles are on them, may fail at any time. As far as leveling, yes, it should be on a lift or jack stands. Hopefully by then, others have done there own fluid change and can provide more info. Can be bought for under 15 bucks. What kind of warranty coverage are you looking for? My opinion or yours, they're building cars disposable and harder to work on for the average Joe the plumber in his driveway. The separator has a bead seal laminated gasket. Here are some of the amazing upgrades our transmission has to offer.
Source: jpmagazine Ideally your customer should keep their transmission under a maximum temperature of 200 degrees. But I was wondering if that would cause the check engine light to come on? It should be for all 2011+ Mustangs, as the six speed auto in those is a 6R80, which would be the same as the one pictured. The drum, clutches, and stator support bushings often develop problems as the vehicle racks up miles. Before I do that, Id like to pump out as much fluid as I can. The 6R debuted in 2005 in the 2006 model year Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer. The relaxed method of oil changes is a new concept in auto manufacturing. I recommend some Mechanix-type heat-resistant gloves for the next few steps.
Ford Motor Company moved to using shift accumulators because of the series of electronics placed inside. Thanks for any reply you can give! Disabling overdrive would stop the shudder. I am a mechanical engineer and yes it is true out of experience that if your car transmission oil was never replaced and the car has a lot of miles on it i would say 100K+ , is better not to change it, especially with ford based car. These last minute checks are what prevents unhappy consumers at the time of delivery. I too ran into the same bizarre comments via Google and the manual. I think they do it because people seem to neglect the fluids anyways, why not eliminate things most people don't know existed in the first place!! All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
No labor is part of our warranty package although most consumers will never activate their coverage. Replacement separator plates are available from most suppliers. Anyone who knows for sure please let me know. Unfortunately the same thing happened to me as Pam — the dipstick broke off as I was removing it into the pan! I had my explorer transmission 6R60 pan dropped and filter changed at the dealer just couple months ago. Some other upgrades include the stator support bushings, drums and clutches. The dealership told me not to do a flush as it plugs up the solenoids with the crap that is loosened up, but they would do the same job for 160 bucks.