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    4 speed auto to 3 speed auto tranny swap.

    Hey everyone, my 94 explorer tranny went out which is a 4 speed auto. A good tranny from a 92 was given to me, but it appears to be a 3 speed. One less shift solenoid than the 94 tranny and the smaller part of the wiring harness doesn't fit the plug. Also looks like an extra wire to deal with...
  2. M

    Flashing OD light

    99 explorer 4.0, 4x4 - 190xxx, My OD light has been flashing intermittently. It started off only doing it every once in awhile, but now it seems to be doing it more frequently. When the light is flashing, there is some hesitation on acceleration like the brakes are dragging, it tends to stall...
  3. S

    5r55s from a 2007 compatible in the 2008 model year?

    Im swapping a rebuilt 5r55s from a 2007 explorer limited trim 4x4 with the 4.0 into my dd 2008 explorer xlt trim 4x4 with the 4.0 as well. Curious if im gonna running into any compatibility issues when i go to swap them, particularly with the ecm/tcm? Will the 2007 5r55s plug and play with the...
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    Diod, Modules, Hood release,

    Is there any reason I can't replace the two little diods under the hood, located in the fuse box? I just pulled my lamp out module on Red and than another off an explore at a junk yard. They both are brown in the same area. Is there a way to refurbish? Or anyone know an inexpensive place to...
  5. A

    Redlining?

    Hey everyone, I just got a 2014 PIU and I noticed if i punch it the tranny wont shift till 6500 RPM and mid shift it goes to 7000 RPM. Is that normal?
  6. S

    07 4.0 4x4 trany replaced now tons of issues

    Tranny went out at 120k. Found one online and had it shipped to tranny shop. Had new flywheel put in at the same time. Got it out of the shop and drove to work about 5 miles. Ran great. After work, pulling out of the lot it goes into limp mode. Take it back thi the shop. Calls next day...
  7. S

    07 4.0 4x4 sport trac

    Tranny problems (Takes deep breath) So I bought this badass truck 2 years ago with my tax return, pissed my ol lady off! Gorgeous black with tan cloth interior. Runs beautifully. Rides great! I am in love! 3 months of it being my daily (also have a 96f150 5.0 2wd single- cab llloooonnnggg-...
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    Transmission Behavior Change After Extended Highway Driving

    Does anyone else have issues with shifting after being in overdrive for a while on the highway? I have been driving this thing for 6 years, 75k miles, this issue has been present the whole time. After an hour or so on the highway the shift out of the top two gears occasionally gets kinda...
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    A4ld tranny question

    Have a 88 ranger with a a4ld I bought the truck knowing it had tranny tranny issues off a old man said it was driving and just came to a stop one its to nice a truck to junk only 88k I checked fluid seemed pretty clean wouldn't move any gear pulled cooler line and had enough pressure shot...
  10. C

    Tranny issues?...

    Stock 94 Explorer XLT, It started making a noise at idle in gear. Sort of a Morse Code sound, basically intermittent buzzing/humming. What could this be? (It's also always whined in first gear) Also, I'm going to be pulling a trailer several times a week with a mower on it this summer. Yes, I...
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    P0741 Diagnosis

    Last week my OD light started flashing, and I noticed she revs around 500 rpm higher than usual to get up any gear. I used a scanner to pull the code and unfortunately found a P0741. (I remember hearing/feeling a very very light thunk when it came on for the first time, but never since) Since...
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    Good News About the '94 X and a Question

    It's been a while since I checked-in. I went down to SC around Thanksgiving to visit family. While I was down there I did some maintenance on both Explorers. I got the AC fixed in the 2004 Explorer and did some other things. Back in January, I bought the '94 for $400 from a guy who said...
  13. Rick

    List of Useful Threads Transmission Forum's Best Threads

    Solved Ford 4R55E Transmission removal & installation instructions How-To: Adjusting Transfer Case Shift Linkage (Manual Shift T-Case) Transfercase linkage retainer clip fix Speedo Drive Gear Primer Transfer Case and Hubs - How To Articles Differential - Rear Axle - U-Joint How To and...
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    5r55e Transmission, Southern Ontario

    Longshot.. Anyone know of a place to get a tranny for my 97? 4.0L OHV, 5r55e tranny. Tried junk yards, only ones available are in Quebec and British Columbia, for $550+ .. No thanks. Rebuilding the old one isn't really an option either since the case is cracked. Willing to drive a bit...
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    1999 ex sport manual conversion. URGENT

    hello my fellow ford lovers, I just converted my 99 sport to manual. I bought the truck for the conversion. everything seems to be good how ever I keep getting the solenoid codes and this wont allow me to past e-test here in Ontario Canada. I just bought a 2004 ranger 4x4 pcm programed for...
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    BANG, Tranny Fluid Everywhere

    Quite an experience I just had. Driving up the highway, going about 65 mph, got a huge bang, then nothing but rattling vibration sounds. Starts slowing down fast. Nice burning smell of tranny fluid too. Manage to limp it off the highway just to be safe, pulled off on a road just off the...
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    5r55e - Installation Lessons Learned - HELP!

    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...
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    Transmission Issue

    Hi All- Im a new member to the forum and wanted to first say HI! I have a 1994 Explorer with 175,000 miles on it. About a week ago I was reversing my truck off of a steep incline. After, i was out I parked it and returned about an hour later. As I started to drive I noticed that 1st gear...
  19. T

    351 Windsor swap.

    Hey I got a 1993 Sport. I pulled the motor and am dropping a 351 Windsor in it. Problem Is a have the stock 5 speed transmission should I get a different transmission and if so were from and preferably a manual with a transfer case. We are fabricators so any transmission will work just need to...
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    Tranny Problems

    1992 explorer... Started her this AM, pulled into the driveway and suddenly it seemed like it was dragging, would not rev up while in Park. After a few seconds, I realized it was still "in gear" although the lever is in P! She is stuck in a forward gear...:( Tried all the other gears...
  21. M

    is this my VSS???

    hello, im tryin to find my VSS on my explorer 1998 automatic, i found this, i dont know if it is the vss. it is magnetic. [/IMG]
  22. K

    tranny/engine leaking/hole...

    :rangergreen:I am a proud owner of a 91 exploder with a manual tranny and the 4.0 v6, nicknamed thumper, due to the bad lifter and my stereo system. I absolutely love it. Anyway, now to the pont, my engine started leaking oil, right at the bell housing? I know my way around the top part but not...
  23. R

    Hello and help with a difficult tranny question.

    Hey everybody, I was very happy to find this site and love all the info. I have a 94 Explorer that has 133,000 mi., 4" Super Lift, 4.10 gears, 32" tires, and an electric locker in the rear. Has done fine for about 4 years with this set up and have pulled a pop-up trailer numerous times. I...
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    O/D (overdrive) light flickering 2002 XLS

    Hello everyone, my girlfriend has a 2002 Explorer XLS and the other day after a heavy storm she says she went through a puddle of water after which the OD light started flickering, its not on or flashing it just flickers. That would not be a big deal since i figured the thing would dry up...
  25. G

    2002 Sport Trac Transmission Service question

    Hey everyone! I have a 02 Sport Trac 4X4 with 82K on it. I want to have the tranny serviced, but am not sure if I should have a standard service done (filter/ fluid) or a flush and service?? I am the second owner, and I don't think the tranny has ever been serviced...expert advice apreciated :D
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