Transmission Tune up?

[suyoung93]

Hi, guys..

I got a letter from Ford that suggests me a transmission tune up for $90.
My 2002 explorer is now 46000 miles.
It has some tapping noise when I start in the morning and its engine noise is definitely different from one year ago.
Do you guys think tune up is a good idea for my explorer?
You guys think it can soothe my noises?
I will be waiting for your advice.
thanks

 

[Glacier991]

Never heard of a "Transmission Tune up".... what does it entail?

(I'll admit I am a skeptic... it's like a FREE 20 point check up... just an excuse to convince you that you need something you probably don't)

 

[aldive]

Find out exactly what they do and what it includes and let us know.

 

[nascar_intimid]

A transmition tune-up usually entails fluid and filter change, lubricating the detent cable(kick-down) and checking and lubricating the linkage for loose or worn parts...checking the seals also on the shaft output......that kinda stuff

 

[aldive]

A transmition tune-up usually entails fluid and filter change, lubricating the detent cable(kick-down) and checking and lubricating the linkage for loose or worn parts...checking the seals also on the shaft output......that kinda stuff

His tranny does not have a kick down cable.

 

[nascar_intimid]

I meant the "tune-up" in general and not specific to his model ex...some have this and some have that..I was trying to cover all basis...thanks for the update though

 

[suyoung93]

Thank you, guys...
so...
You guys want me to take that "tune-up"...
okay...
I will check what they do to my Ex... and let you know...

 

[TPLYNCH]

I thought the 2002 transmissions were sealed and couldn't be serviced (fluid/filter change or flush) like older models? Do you have the 4.0L or 4.6L engine?

 

[03ExplorerSPT]

I thought the 2002 transmissions were sealed and couldn't be serviced (fluid/filter change or flush) like older models? Do you have the 4.0L or 4.6L engine?

They can definately be serviced it's just they they don't have a tanny fluid dipstick so it makes it a little harder to do.