1996 Ford Explorer Repair Question
Asked on October 15, 2009
1996 Ford Explorer tranny seal
Transmission problem
1996 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 120000 miles
I am buying a 96 explorer from a friend he had to replace the flywheel and while in there replaced a leaking front tranny seal however the seal blew out I have since replaced it and am wondering what would make the seal blow out and if i should be worried about it recurring
1996 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 120000 miles
I am buying a 96 explorer from a friend he had to replace the flywheel and while in there replaced a leaking front tranny seal however the seal blew out I have since replaced it and am wondering what would make the seal blow out and if i should be worried about it recurring
Asked by jake852000Answer
Replied on October 26, 2009
Chances are the torque converter is worn. The converter slips through the seal. If it is worn, it will cut the seal.
Replied on September 26, 2012
Sorry I can't be of help to what causes the seal failure. But I would like to know how you went about fixing the seal the first time. Did you do it yourself or have a mechanic do it? Also what was the cost? I have a 1996 ford explorer limited addition with a tranny fluid leak. After having a friend look at it he suggest it's the front seal. I just had this truck inspected and engine is strong, just wondering if it's worth fixing or time for a new vehicle.