Tech Tip Tuesday: Checking Manual Transmission Fluid

In modern cars, you may or may not be able to check the automatic transmission fluid, but most still allow you to check the manual transmission fluid. In the old days autos had a dipstick and manual trannys didn't. If you want the privilege of rowing through your own gears, you'll have to work a … Continue reading Tech Tip Tuesday: Checking Manual Transmission Fluid

Ford 5R55N/S/W Transmission Fluid Level/Change

Well, guys, I'm back after a week of wrenching on The Millennium Falcon. I'm trying to get the old bird drivable soon, so look for some upcoming Falcon Friday posts! Anyway, on to this week's In the Shop post! The Ford 5R55N/S/W transmission has no dipstick, no fill/check plug, and really no easy way to check the … Continue reading Ford 5R55N/S/W Transmission Fluid Level/Change