Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
Fluid Pan: Service and Repair
5R55S Automatic Transmission
Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter
Material
Material
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid pan.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
4. NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable, clean and inspect for damage. If not damaged, the gasket should be reused.
Remove the 16 transmission fluid pan screws, fluid pan and gasket.
5. Remove and discard the transmission fluid filter.
