5r55s

Hello, I'm finally ready to pull the trigger on a new trans. I can see, for example on rockauto, it will list the transmission for 4WD 5R55S. Then the description will add a TAG number or ID. What is this? I'm stumped. I have a 2008 Explorer Eddie Bauer, 4.0, A4WD, Build date in late...

The above transpired after a boatload of mostly unnecessary mechanical repairs perpetrated by an independent shop under the guise of being "required" repairs in order to pass PA State Inspection. None of these repairs involved the transmission. [EDIT] Ran fine for 1 week, then began...

Hi guys, My Mercury Mountainer V6, AWD, 4.0 L., SOHC, Transmission 5-Automatic(5R55S) has been performing some strange in the automatic transmision. The efects are next: 1.- High RPMs for transitioning from 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 3rd speed. I push the accelerator in normal way (I dont...

Just 6 months ago my wife complained about a hard shift going to 4th gear. The fix was new solenoid pak and it's been fine ever since until a few weeks ago she was attempting to back up about a 20 degree incline with 6 persons on board but it would not move. However, shifting to 4X4 low...

Hi everybody. I appologise in advance for the length of the post. I just picked up a 2004 explorer limited 4.6 awd that supposedly needed a new transefer case. The previous owner had gotten the fluid changed in the tranny and tcase to try and make it last a little longer. I had the opportunity...

I need to replace my 5r55W/s transmission in my 2005 XLT. I am currnetly looking at a quick fix by swapping in a Junik Yard tranny but I am considering either getting my existing re-manufactured or buying a re-manufactured tranny. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to buy or what to...

Hi everyone, I own a 2006 Explorer with a 4.0 V6 and 180,000 km on it. It recently stopped working in the reverse gear--it mainly slips/revs, at least when in 4 high/auto, grabbing/moving only slightly, even when on a level spot; a person with average strength could hold it back. When...

Bought a 2003 Eddie Bauer 4.0 4X4 from my cousin, who had it since new. Currently 107K on the clock. She sold it to me because the O/D light started flashing and "check transmission" message came across the info center, and she didn't want to fool with a transmission replacement. It is slow to...

New to the forum, been lurking for a while and trying to sort out my problem and I see this hasn't been brought up yet. 04 Explorer XLT with the problematic slamming in reverse. When cold, it doesn't happen, however once warm there is the delay, then slam. I took the reverse servo out to...

Hey I got another used tranny with less than half the km's than the last one and installed this weekend the correct way and now it's running. I put fluid in but only 3.5l in the pan plug and 1/4-1/2l in t/c now it seems like it's not pumping cause it still spilling out after running for 10-15...

05 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 with 5r55s transmission. I rebuilt the transmission. Replaced bands, frictions, steels, servos, installed shift correction kit, etc, etc. Buttoned everything up today and backed it off of the ramps. Put it in drive and didn't have any power. Dropped it in to 1 and...

Hi All: First, lemme say what an awesome forum this is. I've spent the last three days reading intently and learning a ton. Thanx! My GF has a 03 Explorer with a 5R55S tranny; about 180K miles. Over the past four months or so, I've noticed a shudder at about 55-60mph that occurs...

I am posting this to help anyone experiencing the symptoms my 2005 4.6L AWD Explorer had when I bought it. I got the Explorer used at 97K miles with no history of the vehicle. I noticed at around 100K miles it appeared to slip in 5th. I researched this and found the SK5R55W/S Shift kit online...

Hello everyone, I recently rebuilt the transmission on my 165k 2002 Ford Explorer, saving around $2000. I have taken videos on the entire process, and I have all the information needed. I will be updating this post as I edit the videos and upload them. I don't know how many people are...

Hi all - new posting to the forum although I've benefited over the years from your cumulative knowledge. I'm military, stationed in France, and have a transmission problem which, since Ford Explorers aren't sold here through Ford dealerships, is a huge PITA. The tale of the fight (some of this...

Hi, I have a 2005 Explorer with the 4.0 and 5R55S trans. Ever since I've owned it, it has always had a delay trying to shift into reverse, and when it would finally engage it would slam into reverse and rock the entire car. Then when driving normally, -and this happens sporadically- when...

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...

Had some issues with my transmission. Would flash O/D light and Check Transmission lights when driving on the freeway. When cold, it would shift right. Once warm, the shift would delay between 3 and 4, and delay and then shift hard into reverse. OD worked properly. Diagnosed it and replaced the...

I have a 2004 XLS with 4.0 v6 engine. I replaced both front wheel bearings and WHOLE front diff with axles and all exactly one year ago and I think it a hub may be going again, but enough of that. I can't accelerate like I used to off a corner without the auto 4x4 kicking in and out and...

So im new to the forum and have been slowly turning my gen3 04 XLT into a street machine. It has the 4.6 paired with the 5R55S. Im tired of the steering column shifter and have been looking at the TCI street fighter ratchet shifter for the 05-09 mustang since it is a 5R55S specific shifter. Ive...

According to Pat Barrett of Level 10 Performance Transmission Hamburg, New Jersey in Muscle Mustang & Fast Fords article. Cold-start valve failure is one of the most popular failing points of the 5R55W/S, there is a special circuit in the valvebody that restricts fluid flow to and from the trans...

2003 Ford Explorer v6 4wd. TR code is "v" indicating a 5R55S transmission. error code P0750 - Shift Solenoid A malfunction. Looked high and low but cant find the exact location of solenoid "A" found the solenoid body assembly but nothing that tells me exactly which shift solenoid is "A"...

Hi All, I am new on this forum, hoping to find some answers and suggestions regarding my 02 Ford Explorer. I have a question regarding the 5r55w and the 5r55s transmission models. Can I replace my 5r55w for the 5r55s model? What are the differences exactly? Thanks soooo much in advance...

I have a 2008 Ford Explorer V6 4.0L with 5R55S transmission, 45000miles, 4X4. Vehicle is a middle east spec car, purchased in Dubai. 1) Most of the time shifts from 2nd to 3rd happen with a bump. I can't here any related noise, like clunk etc. Not sure if a flare is visible in the tachometer...

Hi all, first post, saw a lot of info here so I figured I'd give it a try... The easiest way to describe the symptom I am getting is that the explorer seems to "coast" anytime I let off the gas. When the shifter is in 1, 2, or 3, when you let off the gas engine braking should take place, but...