OEM 2006 Ford Ranger Transmission Pan

2006 Ford Ranger Transmission Pan Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the automatic transmission filter and transmission pan on 2006 Ford Ranger?

  A: Placing the vehicle on a hoist with neutral gear selection is the first step for automatic transmission fluid filter servicing and repair. Equipment allows removing the transmission servo heat shield which attaches to the fluid pan rail by unclipping it for access. All screws on the fluid pan need removal apart from the two front screws which should remain loose before draining the transmission fluid. The rear side of the fluid pan needs prying down to drain fluid before both front screws can be removed. Drain the fluid from the transmission pan before removing it together with the worn-out gasket. First remove and discard the transmission fluid filter after unscrewing and withdrawing it from the system. Check all surface areas of both the fluid pan and magnet while cleaning them to confirm their mating surfaces are free from any obstruction. The new fluid filter O-ring seals require transmission fluid lubrication before installation to avoid any damage to the components. Place the new filter at the main control valve body seating then fasten it with a screw set to 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.). Reinstall the magnet into the fluid pan before placing a new gasket on the surface then secure the screws while maintaining loose tension. Before final tightening of screws follow a crisscross pattern that reaches 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.). Reinstall the servo heat shield before torquing it to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). The transmission requires a minimum of 3.7 liters (4 quarts) of clean automatic transmission fluid before reaching its correct operational level. Put on the park brake and start the engine as you operate the range selector through all gears before confirming the transmission fluid level.