OEM 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Transmission Pan

2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Transmission Pan Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the Transmission Pan on a 6R80 transmission on 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

  A: The first step for fluid pan servicing or repair on 6R80 transmissions requires placing the vehicle in neutral mode with a hoist under it. Perform a vacuum release by taking out the transmission fluid fill plug that resides within the level indicator assembly at the front passenger transmission case side. Start by removing the transmission fluid pan and afterward drain all fluid before taking out both the transmission fluid pan gasket and filter. The transmission fluid pan along with magnet should undergo cleaning and inspection. The transmission fluid filter along with new seal assembly must be installed during repairs for contamination but the filter remains usable when no significant contamination appears. Check the transmission case for a filter seal then carefully extract it if necessary and take measures to prevent scratching the case surface. Application of automatic transmission fluid should precede the new transmission fluid filter installation. Place the magnet inside the fluid pan while replacing the gasket unless the existing one remains undamaged. You should apply 12 Nm (106 lb-in) torque to the transmission fluid pan bolts when they are installed in a crisscross formation. Engineering professionals should follow the correct procedures for filling and checking transmission fluid during the final stages.