Transmission life span

[cllns96]

Hey I was wondering how many miles can transmission last up to? I have got 1996 Explorer with 155k on it and it shifts real great as it should. and my friend has a 96 explorer and finally failed at 199k and end up for a rebuild which cost him 700 for it. I was wondering how much lifespan it got before i have to expect for a rebuild tranny? Thanks

 

[aldive]

The lifespan depends a lot on the care it gets. Replace filter and flush fluid regularly and that will definitely enhance longevity of the tranny.

The addition of an external filter will also be an positive enhancement. Take a look at http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=34136&highlight=transmission+filter.

 

[Kadahaf]

if you can get 300k out of one you're doing a good job

our old '91 had 230k~ miles on it and it ran fine till I kinda.....wrecked it... XD

 

[cllns96]

Of course i know it depends on taking care.. dodge vechiles will go out. no question at around 150k to 200k.... what about ford??

 

[woodr004]

I've got 304k on my 95 and no real problems. I've changed fluid and filter 3 or 4 times.

 

[No1dan2001]

Nice, mine died after 216k. I plan on using amsoil and taking really good care of this one. although from what it sounds like 216 istn bad.