New here and I need some transmission advice

[KennethL87]

I have a 2009 explorer 4.0 4x4 with a blown transmission. Will a 2006 explorer 4.0 4x4 transmission and transfer case swap over with no problem?

 

[gdgiordano]

I have a 2009 explorer 4.0 4x4 with a blown transmission. Will a 2006 explorer 4.0 4x4 transmission and transfer case swap over with no problem?

Are the gear ratios the same with the T case? Otherwise the trans should be fine.

 

[KennethL87]

Are the gear ratios the same with the T case? Otherwise the trans should be fine.

Did they change the gear ratio on the transfer case from 2006-2010?I haven't changed any gear on the 09.

 

[gdgiordano]

No but ford offered two different gear ratios on your vehicle. I can’t remeber what they are off the top of my head but one was a towing ratio and one wasn’t.

 

[thebrakeman]

3.55 (w/o HD tow package) or 3.73 (with HD tow package) for the V6.
All V8 models got 3.55, regardless of towing package.

 

[KennethL87]

Ok my 2009 is came equippd with a tow package. I' not sure about the doner vehicle. How would I go about confirming that on the 06 transmission and transfer case? The doner is no longer in the vehicle.

 

[Explorer_PL]

I do not think there is a difference in TC between the HD and non HD models.
Same for transmissions.

 

[07EddyB]

I'm pretty sure the gear ratio differences were in the rear end (rear differential). The transmission shouldn't be affected nor should the transfer case.

I guess I should include the front diff in that also.

 

[gdgiordano]

T cases do match the rear end gears in gen 2 exploders with the same engine and basic trans design. Don’t see why a gen 4 with the same stuff has different rules.

 

[MNgopher]

When I check the auto recycler's parts lookup, it shows different transmission part #'s for 2009-10 versus 2006-08 Explorers with the 4.0. While they may be the same transmission, it appears that something is different between them that makes them not a direct hookup and go. (Another source shows the same thing for remanufactured units.)

The rear end gear ratio has nothing to do with the transmission or transfer case in Gen 4 Explorers. Gen 2 knowledge does not transfer direct to Gen 4.

 

[KennethL87]

Does anyone know what the difference is for the 06 to the 09 transmission?

 

[07EddyB]

Does anyone know what the difference is for the 06 to the 09 transmission?

Looks like MNgopher went to a bit of trouble to look that up for you. What difference does it make why - it doesn't appear to be compatible. Thank him and move on.

 

[KennethL87]

Thank you for the input All. As far as moving on, maybe I should ask the correct question. What would I have to change on the 06 model transmission to make it compatible with an 09. Is it possible and if so what would I need? As for the reason why? I have access to an 06 transmission for a great price. MNgopher thank you for all the input and advice.

 

[Beachcomber86]

Thank you for the input All. As far as moving on, maybe I should ask the correct question. What would I have to change on the 06 model transmission to make it compatible with an 09. Is it possible and if so what would I need? As for the reason why? I have access to an 06 transmission for a great price. MNgopher thank you for all the input and advice.

Go to auto zone or advance and ask for a quote for a tranny for both an 2006 and a 2009. See if you get the same tranny. If so, you should be golden.

 

[MNgopher]

That has already been determined. You can look them up on line. From nearly any source, the 06-08 Transmission has a different part number than the '09-10 Transmission.

The OP has now asked what is different between the two. I can't answer that, only that they have different part numbers. It could be as minor a slight differences internally, or not....