tranny flush ?
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 162
Likes: 0
tranny flush ?
i have a 06 f250 with 26K on it an i will be gettin a tranny flush soon do i have to go to the dealer for the 30K service or can i go anywhere i do my own oil changes/dif changes ect.. just need the tranny flush can i just go anywhere to get a tranny flush or do i have to have it done at the dealer???
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 4,968
Likes: 3
From: So Cal
technically any reputable shop can do a flush. make sure they use the proper fluid. The newer Fords require Mercon V. Dexron/Mercon type fluids are not up to spec.
I prefer dropping the pan and changing the filter and checking for loose bolts. A lot can be diagnosed by what you see in the pan. But with your low miles a flush is plenty good.
I am pretty sure by law, As long as you perform maintenance at prescribed miles and using fluids up to specification, you are covered under warranty. Keep receipts.
Good Luck,
Jim Henderson
I prefer dropping the pan and changing the filter and checking for loose bolts. A lot can be diagnosed by what you see in the pan. But with your low miles a flush is plenty good.
I am pretty sure by law, As long as you perform maintenance at prescribed miles and using fluids up to specification, you are covered under warranty. Keep receipts.
Good Luck,
Jim Henderson
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 162
Likes: 0
yeah at the dealer they are trying to charge me about $300 screw that i can go to the local shop an get it done about $150 i just didnt no if the local shop would **** it up since i no the torshaft trany use a special fluid or so i hear
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 42,085
Likes: 6
From: Lakewood, Ca.
$300 sounds pretty stiff - dealer did mine for a little over half that with the external filter change.
A proper flush of the Torqueshift requires a machine that is capable of heating the fluid, so be sure whoever does it is equipped to do it right.
A proper flush of the Torqueshift requires a machine that is capable of heating the fluid, so be sure whoever does it is equipped to do it right.
FTE Leadership Emeritus
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 42,085
Likes: 6
From: Lakewood, Ca.
It was around $160 with the external filter change - I had a discount coupon, I think for 15%.
Trending Topics
Frmr Ford Trans Engr
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 24,695
Likes: 2,616
From: SE Florida
The original post was about an '06 F250. All of those have a TorqShift transmission. MERCON V will KILL the solenoids in a TorqShift. It must use MERCON SP, not MERCON V. And it requires a heated flush machine, too, or the internal thermostat will be closed and it will just mix old and new fluids instead of flushing.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Ford Super Duty: 5 Things Owners LOVE, 5 Things They LOATHE!
Joe Kucinski
Every 2026 Ford Truck Engine RANKED from WORST to FIRST!
Michael S. Palmer
The Best F-150 Deal of Every Trim Level (XL through Raptor)
Joe Kucinski
Super Moderator
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 37,370
Likes: 1,858
From: Frederick, MD
I would suggest getting the 30K svc at the dealer, not just because of the tranny but there are other items to be taken care of. I think mine cost around 400.00 when I had it done on my 06.
Included front 4x4 maint, trans, eng oil, driveline.
Included front 4x4 maint, trans, eng oil, driveline.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
jwhopson
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
10
Mar 7, 2010 07:30 AM
Flying Finn
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
26
Jan 25, 2008 09:10 AM