OEM 2003 Ford Ranger Automatic Transmission Filter

2003 Ford Ranger Automatic Transmission Filter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Automatic Transmission Filter on 2003 Ford Ranger?

  A: The automatic transmission fluid filter service and repair process should start with the vehicle positioned in neutral on a hoist. Unclasping the transmission servo heat shield from the fluid pan rail will let the technician remove the fluid pan when equipped. You should position a drain pan under the transmission fluid pan before draining out the transmission fluid. Proceed with the fluid pan screw removal starting from the back and stopping at the front two screws. Loosen these front screws before prying down the rear side to drain excess fluid. Lastly remove the two screws at the front. The process of removing the transmission fluid pan requires you to discard both the old gasket and fluid filter by first removing the filter screw before removing the filter from its location. After cleaning the transmission fluid pan the mechanic should inspect its components and the magnet then flushes transmission fluid cooler lines. Before applying the new fluid filter conflict O-ring seals to the main control valve body, first add automatic transmission fluid for anti-damage protection during installation. After placing the oil pan magnet into the fluid pan you should lay down a new gasket then properly line up everything before slow installation of the screws. Start by adding of 3.7 liters (4 quarts) of clean automatic transmission fluid then begin the installation by using a crisscross method to tighten screws while reattaching the servo heat shield if installed. Lastly, lower the vehicle position the park brake and commence motor operation. The fluid filling process for a dry transmission and converter requires at least 3.7 liters (4 quarts) of automatic transmission fluid followed by operation checks during which you should move through all range selector lever positions before reviewing fluid levels again.