05explorer1974
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- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 2005 Ford Explorer XLT Sp
Yes the Explorer trans starting in 02 and up are seal units. You have to put the trans fluid using cooler lines. There is a special type of drain plug at the bottom of the transmission. I have 97,000 miles on my 05 Explorer and I have never changed a filter on mine. I don't think this trans has a filter because of the magnet. On regular driving you could probably go 100,000 if it is all highway driving. In city driving not towing you could go 60,000. I change mine at 50,000 because I tow a trailer quite a few times a year. I am due again for another one soon. Make sure you get Mercon V don't use regular dextron/mercon.