OEM 2009 Ford Ranger Transmission Pan

2009 Ford Ranger Transmission Pan Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Transmission Pan and Automatic Transmission Filter for the 5R44E and 5R55E transmissions on 2009 Ford Ranger?

  A: Starting the process of servicing and repairing the fluid filter for 5R44E and 5R55E transmissions requires hoisting the vehicle into the NEUTRAL position. The transmission servo heat shield requires unclipping from the transmission fluid pan rail to perform the removal operation. Start by draining the transmission fluid while leaving only two front screws loosely attached on the transmission fluid pan. The fluid drain will be more effective by lowering the rear portion of the transmission fluid pan until all fluid has drained before moving forward with front screw removal. The transmission fluid gasket can be used again if it passes a cleaning inspection for damage. Start filtration tasks by removing the transmission fluid pan together with its gasket. Continue by extracting the transmission fluid filter screw and finally handling the filter. Examine the transmission fluid pan and magnet for cleanliness before checking all mating surfaces contain no debris. The O-ring seals of the new transmission fluid filter require transmission fluid for lubrication and protection from damage before installation onto the main control valve body and screw tightening to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). Begin by fitting the fluid pan magnet into the pan then position the reusable gasket correctly while lining up the fluid pan before you loosely install the screws. Use a crisscross pattern to tighten screws on the transmission fluid filter up to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). To proceed with installation of the servo heat shield users should tighten it to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). The transmission requires a minimum amount of 3.7L (4 qt) transmission fluid when adding new fluid followed by correct level measurement. Start the engine first before moving the selector lever through all gears and inspecting the transmission fluid level while performing the operation under park brake conditions.