Takeda

Zach, does the torque converter have a drain plug?

My Ranger didn't have a drain plug, so I would pump out a gallon (through the cooler lines) and replace with a fresh gallon. After pumping out the 4th gallon, I would pull the pan, and change the filter before replacing the 4th gallon.

Purplehazeir

For the most part you are correct. In the case of my problem I was religious on my maintenance, filter replacement and fluid changes. Even with that, the transmission said FU and puked. So, no real guarantees, just possible insurance.

zabeard

I wouldnt recommend a full flush. Just drop the pan replace the filter and refill. You want to just blend the fluids(old and new)

New fluid has too many detergents in it and it is not good for the clutches.

As for the torque converter I am not sure. I never drain it. I know the 4r100s had them.

zabeard

do you watch your trans temps? the fluid looks burnt to me. Or maybe it was a Monday built trans?

Purplehazeir

The fluid burnt when the tranny puked. I keep my Edge CTS up with transmission temperatures and didn't see any temperature issues until the day I drove it in to the dealer, where it reached over 200F.

I'm thinking it was a Monday morning or lat Friday afternoon transmission!

SHOBout

So, you're saying I should just drop the pan, replace the filter and put in how much fluid I took out? Or rather, enough to fill it properly?

Sean

zabeard

Thats how I have done it in the past. Works great and doesnt require any special tools or bleeding procedures.

1low03gt

So true!!!I see threads like this,and it leaves me a little concern.
Sucks that it cost 3grand to solve an issue!!

SHOBout

Okay thanks, when I get some time I'll have to get this done!

I know, but comes with the territory of having a vehicle lol.

Sean