Nothing like a Catalytic Converter burn

[pitdexion]

Yeah the burn really sucks and so does smashing elbows-knuckles-forehead from the reflex reaction.

 

[Scott Carden]

I serviced my 2014 el king ranch about 11,000 miles ago. The crossover pipe is a pain in the butt and the converter is hot! But despite the pains it’s a really good transmission and requires very little service. As I understand it, it’s one of the only transmissions that holds a pressure and if properly serviced with Ford filter and fluids it can last as long as the engine. Also worth note is that from all the info I have seen, if you do have to rebuild it, no special tools are needed and the most important thing is cleaning the parts exceptionally well. I wore a cheap long gauntlet glove from amazon to keep from getting burnt by the cat and used a cheap hand fluid transfer pump to fill the tranny back up. So there are a few minor quirks but I’ll put up with it for the durability that far exceeded anything I ever got out of GM or Dodge.

 

[bobmbx]

Us old-timers know a trick to keep from getting those nasty burns and knuckle busters....

"Call me when its done"

 

[Rexpedition]

So I posted this on another thread... but maybe it really belong here:

I'm getting ready to start poking at the trans on the 2012 Ex I just bought w/ 150k on the clock... I figure it's never been touched and is running well now - so some PM is in order...

My question is, can I avoid the hot level check if I'm careful?
I mean, if I get it hot, park in garage on 4 ramps, let it cool, check fluid level and mark/note it, drop/clean/reinstall pan and filter, fill to same spot - there is no need to worry... right?

O, hello from a newbie joining what looks like a very helpful forum . I've already been 'broken in' by the T-connector.... And right after changing plugs/boots!!
Thanks,
-Tony

 

[Trainmaster]

My question is, can I avoid the hot level check if I'm careful?

If I check the level in my 2010 Explorer when cold, the fluid spills out. I'm not sure if the fluid from the cooler drains back into the pan giving a falsely high level when cold. That level may be over the top of the mini-dipstick hole.

Since that wonderful experience, I only check the dipstick-less Fords hot.

 

[JExpedition07]

If I check the level in my 2010 Explorer when cold, the fluid spills out. I'm not sure if the fluid from the cooler drains back into the pan giving a falsely high level when cold. That level may be over the top of the mini-dipstick hole.

Since that wonderful experience, I only check the dipstick-less Fords hot.

I assume your 2010 Exploder has the 4.6L if you have the 6R80 trans in it? I never realized how sexy the intake manifold is on the 4.6 3V Explorers until recently....it’s a nice layout in the engine bay. Kinda wish the 5.4 showed the intake off like that instead of the engine cover or ones with the huge intake w/ resonators.

4.6 Explorer


5.4 Expedition

 

[Trainmaster]

I assume your 2010 Exploder has the 4.6L if you have the 6R80 trans in it?

Yes it does. Kind of attractive engine top, but impossible to detail or clean.

 

[Rexpedition]

If I check the level in my 2010 Explorer when cold, the fluid spills out. I'm not sure if the fluid from the cooler drains back into the pan giving a falsely high level when cold. That level may be over the top of the mini-dipstick hole.

Since that wonderful experience, I only check the dipstick-less Fords hot.

Thanks for the insight, Train. I didn't expect to hear that that! Are you sure this is the same for my 2012 Expedition?

 

[Trainmaster]

Are you sure this is the same for my 2012 Expedition?

Unfortunately, I have no idea if this applies to the Expedition. Crack the nut on it cold and just be prepared for some fluid's escape and you'll find.

 

[07navi]

They have Expy trans oil gloves at Amazon for wimps but all you need is something to lay on the cat like a wet rag or something. Also some mechanics just check the trans when it is cooler and subtract 1/2" +- from the little dipstick to compensate for hot oil expansion.