Do 3rd generation Explorers have transmission filters?

[SyberTiger]

Specifically I have a 2002 Explorer with V-8 4x4 and tow package. I think it is a 5R55W transmission if I am not mistaken. Does this transmission have a filter? Or does it have just a screen? Basically, I'm trying to figure out if a regular transmission service should have the filter changed. I called the local Ford dealer and was told this transmission doesn't have a filter per se but rather an screen that does not need to be changed. Personally, this wouldn't be the first time they didn't know what they are talking about.

 

[RickM]

Interesting...

 

[SyberTiger]

What throws me off there is the ad says 2002-2008. I was thinking the 2003 and newer use a different transmission and thus possibly a different filter.

 

[RickM]

It appears the '02-early '03 5r55w trans and the late '03-'05 (and up) 5r55s use the same filter/screen.

Perhaps a member can chime in regarding the cleaning of this unit. Maybe the dealer is saying it's "serviceable"

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/explorer-mustang-5r55s-5r55w-transmission-filter-screen_W0QQitemZ120493187586QQcmdZViewItemQQimsxZ20091115?IMSfp=TL0911151610002r22807

 

[fornetti14]

I had my trans. serviced at an independent service shop and they dropped the pan and replaced this screen/filter. They let me watch from the big window in the lobby. They even cut the old filter apart to look for debris and it was one large screen.

I hope this helps. I have a '03 V8 with the 5 speed auto.