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Ford Explorer Transmission

Ford Explorer transmission services offered by Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg:

  • Transmission Repair
  • Transmission Restoration
  • Transmission Fluid Change
  • Transmission Filter Replacement
  • Transmission Flush
  • A Full Ford ExplorerTransmission Service includes a gasket, flush, filter replacement, fluid change, hose and pan inspection and a free multi-point inspection on all other components.

At Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg, our technicians specialize in Ford Explorer transmission repair and are OEM certified. Check out our service department reviews online to see why thousands of Ford Explorer owners select us for nimble, affordable, and reliable auto repair.

Ford Explorer Transmission Fluid

A transmission fluid change is ordinarily half the price of a transmission flush as it requires a lot less fluid and time to perform. Ford Explorer transmission fluid changes are extremely difficult to keep your vehicle's transmission cheerful and lubricated. If you don't routinely change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your Ford Explorer transmission will slip. Check your car's owner's manual for more information on the precise mileage intervals in which your transmission needs the fluid interchanged. At Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg, we offer a variety of transmission fluid specials. You can also schedule transmission service online and save even more. if you need help researching fluid levels, pricing, or picking a service center, give us a call at 3177903264 and one of our service specialists will gladly help.

Ford Explorer Transmission Flush

A transmission flush is usually twice the price of a fluid change due to the amount of time the service takes and the fact that the flush not only replaces the fluid in the pan but also removes fluid from the cooler lines and diverse parts of your transmission. A Ford Explorer transmission flush also uses about 10 quarts of fluid to completely clean and flush out the system.

How do you know if you need a Transmission Fluid Change or Transmission Flush?

A transmission flush is only fundamental if your system contains dirt or debris. If the fluid is exceedingly dark or contains additional sediments, we would recommend a complete system flush instead of just exchanging the fluid. If you'd like one of our professional Ford Explorer mechanics to examine your transmission fluid, book your transmission service online or give Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg a call at 3177903264.

Ford Explorer Transmission Filter

Changing your Ford Explorer transmission filter isn't as easy as supplemental filters in your vehicle. There are multiple components to your transmission filter including the filter itself, which is usually a metal plate with a fiber material that catches pollutants. Your Ford Explorer will also contain a pickup tube, gasket, and rubber seal which may all need to be changed along with the filter. Your Ford Explorer transmission filter will need to be changed every 30,000 or 50,000 miles. Be sure to check your vehicle's maintenance guide for more information on mileage and time intervals. You can also give Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg a call for expert advice. If you'd like us to handle your transmission service, we naturally advertise transmission service coupons ranging from filter discounts to fluid specials on a monthly basis. Click here for more service specials and parts specials.

Ford Explorer Automatic vs Manual Transmission

Automatic and manual transmission will often require copious fluids. Automatic transmission fluids are typically thinner and are often red or green in color. Manual transmission fluid or gear oil is thicker due to additives and alternative compounds extensive to lubricate the gearbox and alternative components. Manual transmissions have a higher friction environment due to the way gears are changed, thus the lubricant is copious.

Not only are the fluids other between manual and automatic transmissions but the level of heat the fluids experience is very other. Automatic transmissions generate copious more heat and thus the fluid in your transmission must be changed more commonly. If you don't change your Ford Explorer transmission fluid, your transmission will have broken metal shavings and other corrosive material spread throughout the remarkable components of your Ford Explorer. You should commonly check the fluid levels between your fluid and transmission flush service intervals. In many cases, manual transmissions don't come equipped with a dipstick to check your fluid levels, so it can be exceedingly troublesome to do. Call or visit Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg for more information if your transmission doesn't contain a dipstick.

Ford Explorer Transmission Replacement

Car transmissions are extremely complex. Deciding on whether to rebuild or replace a destructive transmission can be extraordinarily difficult. Typically, the deciding factor is determining which components are destructive or failing. During a rebuild, Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg will completely disassemble your Ford Explorer transmission and clean and inspect every single part. This requires enormous knowledge of not on the components of the transmission, but the cost of repair versus replacement. It also requires knowing which parts are compatible. Our certified Ford master technicians specialize in transmissions and can complete this process quickly and effectively.

Ford Explorer transmission replacement is a much simpler option, however, it can be more costly in the short term. Rate shouldn't be your only concern when looking for a transmission replacement, immensely in a Ford Explorer. Having the newest and most applicable parts assembled by a factory trained master technician can save you a big payment of money in the long run. The option that's best for you is entirely your decision. Call the service mentors at Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg and let us help you. We mostly promote a variety of transmission replacement specials and transmission service specials to help you save.

Ford Explorer Transmission Cost

The cost of a new Ford Explorer transmission could be over $3,500 depending on the vehicle, however, transmission services such as fluid changes and a transmission fluid flush are considerably fewer expensive, in some cases costing fewer than $150. These services are laborious to prolonging the life of your Ford Explorer transmission. At Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg, we offer a variety of transmission repair specials and transmission components discounts. Call 3177903264 or schedule an appointment online to learn more!

Ford Explorer Transmission Problems

Common warning signs that your transmission is having issues are:

  • If you notice an odd noise or grinding sound when you shift gears or if you feel your gears catching when you change them then your transmission likely needs more lubricant or something more serious could be at fault.
  • One of the most regular signs is when your transmission shifts gears but the result of those shifts are delayed.
  • Transmission fluid leaks are the most regular sign you need a transmission fluid change or potentially even a complete flush service. It's uncommon, but leaks could also favor there's an issue with your transmission hose.
  • An clear sign would be if your Ford Explorer transmission warning light is on.
  • Strange smells are a sign your transmission fluid is burning inside your parts.

If you experience or think you may be experiencing any of these issues, give Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg a call rapidly and we'll walk you through the step by step process of checking your fluid levels or you can transport your Ford Explorer into our factory-trained technicians and we can observe any issues your vehicle may have for free as part of our multi-point inspection process. Schedule your transmission service online today!