5r55e

I know this has been beaten to death on this forum and I have read nearly all of them, but I have a slightly different issue. The only issue is a hard shift from 1-2 and only when warm and the o/d light blinking. I have an 05 2 wheel drive auto ranger 4.0, which according to the forums doesn't...

This tranny is driving me crazy. Had it taken out, rebuilt, and it still has the same problem, a hard thump when changing gears, especially 1st to 2nd and sometimes 2nd to 3rd, not as often into 4th and overdrive. It also does it down shifting at times. These are very hard thumps and jerks...

Vehicle info; 1997 (Production Date 02/97) Ford Explorer Sport 2dr, 4.0l SOHC. 4WD 5R55E Trans with auto transfer case Ok, So thought I got the same thing as was in my truck, but upon close inspection today when went to swap my 2 speed sensors over to my replacement trans (original ones...

So I rebuilt my 5R44E (02 ranger 3.0 2x) this past week.I used all transtar products, I Replaced all seals, the three band, both sprags, TSS, all the steel and friction plates, and the OD and Inter servo pistons. I also installed a transgo shift kit. I also replaced the OD planet, found one of...

I just had a 5r55e pulled out of '97 4.0 SOHC 4x4 explorer put in my explorer, same specs except a year newer (98). The old trans was destroyed and the used one is fine, however there are a host of electrical issues since i drove it home from the shop last night. From a complete stop it seems to...

Hey Guys! I'm hoping someone here may be able to answer my questions. First about my truck I have a 97 ranger 4.0L 4x4 automatic extended cab. I've been having some problems with the transmission. I've read the 5r55e valve body rebuild diary and I ordered a new valve body from central...

Mercedes OM617 with 5r55e in 98 XLT I'm new here, but an experienced fabricator and have done over a dozen oddball swaps. I have a 98 XLT with a decent body and a nice leather interior which has eaten its third crappy 4.0SOHC POS. :mad::thumbdwn: Anyway I have a really good MB turbo diesel...

Diagnosis This thread started out as a diagnosis challenge, but has evolved into a rebuild guide of sorts. The rebuild section begins on the 2nd page, once I determined removal was necessary (i.e. not band adjustment or valve body issue). It is not quite as detailed as Glacier's A4LD rebuild...

Howdy, all! Haven't posted on here in a while, but I'm back. Now for a little late-night absurdity: what do y'all think about replacing the 4R70W auto trans in the 5.0 Explorer with the 5R55E from the 4.0? I'm considering it as a project for my next vehicle, and since I accumulate a lot of...

Hey guys, got an 03 ranger edge supercab. The Tranny is slipping in overdrive...its more of a jerk at high speed. I searched on fordparts.com by vin number and they say I've got the 5R55E. My question is can I use slightly different trannies like a 4r55e, a 5r44e, or a 5r55e from a newer ranger...

2004 sport XLT 4.0 - 180,000 the transmission started acting up. Initially it slipped and I got the blinking o/d light like so many others. With some experimentation, I found that I could drive the tuck fine as long as I operated it manually. I would have to start off in low with the o/d...

I just bought a 1995 Explorer 2WD, 4DR Eddie Bauer, for my son. It hadn't been driven in 5 years. New fuel pump and battery and it was running. I replaced all the fluids etc. and when replacing the Tranny fluid and filter I put new gaskets on the Valve Body because it was had some slippage. I am...

I have researched as much as I can on this website and other sites anyone with knowledge please help me, I need a experienced opinion and or someone who had/have this same problem. I have a 99 Explorer 4.0 SOHC auto 4wheel drive and it's just hit 105,000 miles. I started having issues one night...

I have just rebuilt a 5r55e transmission for my 1997 Explorer 4.0 4x4 OHV. I had a broken reverse band that I replaced along with the front and intermediate band and all friction/clutch packs. I followed the manual on the complete rebuild and now that everything is back together I am having an...

First off I love this site, and big thanks goes out to all who help on here. It has helped me out big time! I have a 2000 (11/99) Eddie Bauer 4.0 SOHC with automatic 4wd with 95000miles and the 5r55e tranny. The truck is awesome has given me no major problems (lots of little ones). When I...

'97 Explorer 2WD 130K mi Symptoms: 'typical 5R55E gasket symptoms' as I research this forum: dropping OD, then no 3rd, intermittent shifting of all gears for a few days my Daughter reports, but 'when it catches - it works fine' Expectation: I was hoping to find a crack/hole in the VB...

what all would i need to make this happen? i have a 98 explorer with the 4.0. the 4wd is out and i found a nice 2wd tranny for a good price.

Hello all, I have a 2002 Explorer XLS, 4.0L with a 5R55E transmission. I have roughly 180K miles on the explorer. The transmission was rebuilt at 67K miles (yeah just out of warranty) and now its at it again. I have had it in the shop for the last three days and they are not quite sure...

I figured since I already dropped the VB to change the gaskets, no noticeable tears/blow out on upper gasket, I would go ahead and order a new EP solenoid for the Explorer (96 EB 4X4 5R55E). Should the EP be able to twist a little while still in the valve body? To remove it do I just unbolt...

Hey guys, I've got a 99 explorer, 4.0 sohc with awd/4wd with dark stinky fluid that intermittently (most of the time) won't move in any gear. I understand that with potentially burnt/darkened fluid (& likely never being serviced) that may be the problem but something tells me it's something...

Hello everyone, my 97 4x4 started the coast/downshift clunk after the transmission being overhauled and installation of the Superior Shift Kit. As with other members, VERY FIRM braking between 30-40mph is the only thing that will prevent it. So, somehow, it is capable of smooth operation, there...

Ive been noticing a lack of power, what feels like sliping (but im not sure what that feels like), its very hesitant. The fluid is black and nasty smelling, im assuming burnt, and the pan has a small fluid leak. The o/d light is not flashing though. I think its the valvue body gasket. Thanks!

So here’s my problem - I have a 1997 Ranger 177,000 miles, 4X4, 4.0L, with a 5R55E transmission. It has been throwing code P1744 and once threw code P0756. The problem has been getting worse but for a while if I was in OD and I had to slow down and the transmission downshifted it wouldn’t lock...

Guys, I need some help. My 2000 Explorer, Limited, with 4.0L SOHC and 5r55e transmission is misbehaving. On the way home last night, I noticed the transmission was not going into overdrive, and not locking up the torque converter. There were no lights on the dash at the time. When I got off...

hi guys I am a newbie on the forum and have a few questions.. I have been doing a lot of research on the 5r55e (week) and the tr55s/w (stronger). my ranger is getting up there in mileage and is starting to have some shifting issues. I would rather just swap out the 5r55e for a s/w as I am...

Hi, my name is Sergio and I own two Ford Explorer. One in the US (manufactured in 1998) and one in Italy (manufactured in 1997.) Whenever I need fixing, finding a service in the US is not a problem. But when I have a problem with my Explorer in Italy, no one here is familiar with this car. I...

Ok, I got my cheap chinese ELM327 Bluetooth reader the other day. I ran it with 4-5 different softwares, freewares or trial, incuding "Torque" in my Android pad. None of the softwares have reported any errorcodes whatsoever, not a single one! Not even while O/D lamp is actually blinking...

Hi all, Replacing the separator plate (1L5Z-7Z490-HA) and new blowoff valve upgrade (3L5Z-7M203-JA). I have the tsb instructions for the valve , but I am not clear on which parts to throw out. Step 6 says remove and discard the epc limit screen, epc limit valve (silver color) and spring (figure...

Hi all, been a while since I've been around, (put a mustang motor in my 98 explorer, rebuilt rear end etc. with a lot of help from this site). Now I have an issue with the 5r55e (code D) transmission. The o/d off light started flashing and it clunked as it went below 20mph while slowing down...

I bought a used 1999 Explorer Sport in January. Last week, my transmission took a crap. My tech dropped the trans pan and there were a lot of bits and pieces in there. I am looking into a used transmission. I was asked when the Explorer was built. Is there a difference in transmissions with...

I have a 2002 mountaineer 4.6 2wd with a towpackage. I have had a shift problem with the past few months did a filter replacement. It was good for a few weeks then it overheated. I didnt see an oil cooler until today it was between the condenser and radiator. I was wondering if the overheat...

I have a 2002 mountaineer 4.6 2wd with a towpackage. I have had a shift problem with the past few months did a filter replacement. It was good for a few weeks then it overheated. I didnt see an oil cooler until today it was between the condenser and radiator. I was wondering if the overheat...

Im having some trouble with my 5r55e swap, ive pulled the old trans and swapped in the new one already but something is wrong. Now when i start it, it will only start in neutral and wont shift into gear at all. Ive checked the trans wiring harness thoroughly(i pulled it out, checked wires...

Hey Everyone, This is my first post, but I've been searching through this forum for weeks now and ya'll have some great info here. I think I have my problem pinned down but I'd like a second opinion and possibly someone to jog my mind so I know I have covered all my bases. I traded my 1990...

Ok I am a newbie here and I have searched and searched. I am looking for a copy of Transgo SK44-55E shift kit instructions. I am rebuilding transmission that has shift kit but I need information about unique adjustments, springs, ect. Thank you in advance.

Ive seen alot of posts and so far only negative results (might just be me). I want to take on the challenge but not if I'm doomed from the start. I've never rebuilt a trans before but fear no machine, I have the atsg manual and its already screwed so only way to go is up. I had "the 2-3 flare"...

Hi guys, i'm from Riobamba Ecuador, my explorer and I we travel across of the country, i'm photographer and my Suv is my principal tool, but now he have some troubles, i hope that you can help me...my interest also about some modification.

From the shop manual for Gen 2's

From the shop manual for Gen 2's

My finance's truck broke down the other day. No reverse or drive at all. To fix the problem, I was going to replace the entire valve body but since she needed her vehicle the next day for work I replaced the vb gaskets instead. The valve body would have taken a few days to acquire. Turns out...