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5R55S 5-Speed Automatic Transmission By Ford
5R55S 5-Speed Automatic Transmission By Ford
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About Our Remanufactured 5R55S Transmission

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At Reman-Transmission, our focus is providing you with an economical drop in 5R55S transmission or 5R55W transmission that provides you with complete value. We provide you with one of the lowest prices on a high quality remanufactured 5R55S transmission as well as on our used 5R55W transmissions. As a top supplier of professionally built transmission replacements, we'll save you significant time and money over a rebuilt 5R55S transmission. If you consider that our company starts with changing out all of the components, not just the broken ones, giving you better reliability and a lower overall time investment than a rebuilt transmission you will understand why our remanufactured 5R55W transmissions are so dependable.

When you swap out your existing street vehicle powertrain, you want to do so at the lowest price while retaining solid value and reliability. That's why smart mechanics shop with us, knowing that we offer the best remanufactured transmissions at a low price. Our rebuilds involve replacing everything in the bell housing, upgrading parts that are common failure points and taking care of any factory issues that have shown up over the years, meeting or exceeding original equipment manufacturer specifications and giving you a better than factory new transmission.

If you search for a “used 5R55S transmission for sale” the best option is to go with a transmission supplier who makes sure each transmission is in good working condition before we ship them out like we do at Reman-Transmission. We provide warranties for all the transmissions we sell plus other benefits like: free shipping to commercial addresses in the continental United States, no core charge for up to 30 days, and friendly customer support.

We keep a wide range of 5R55 transmissions in stock and ready to go, so you can get your vehicle up and running as soon as possible. All our transmissions, especially our remanufactured 5R55W transmissions, are designed to be rock solid and can outlast factory new crate 5R55W transmissions. You'll get only the highest quality remanufactured 5R55W transmissions and used 5R55S in the industry when you purchase with us. If you have any questions about anything we do here at Reman-Transmission, please email or call one of our friendly customer support staff.

5R55S Transmission Remanufacturing Process

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Our 5R55S Transmission Upgrades

The solenoid pack, commonly responsible for electrical shift related issues in this family, has been completely remanufactured in-house, including disassembly, cleaning, and testing independently.

To prevent overdrive planet failure due to lack of lubrication and to increase durability, the planets have been rebuilt and TIG welded.

To combat erratic shifting due to high wear, the servo and servo pin have been realigned and modified using inhouse custom tooling and bushings.

The completely remanufactured pump, with a new pump cover bushing machined in place and a new flow control valve, has been assembled in a custom alignment fixture to provide consistent internal pressures, improved lubrication, and eliminate noise, slipping, and delayed engagement.

To prevent torque converter vibration and damage, we’re provided, installed, and aligned a flex plate adapter.

The pump also features a custom-spec front stator bushing and a new rear bushing to better support the input shaft and improve lubrication control.

Fully tested on our custom-built, custom-programmed dynamometers with Synthetec ATF, the 5R55S/W is cold-, hot-, load-, and road-tested.

Every transmission is cold-and hot-tested using a proprietary dynamometer testing program that includes fully synthetic automatic transmission fluid and a filtration system.

5R55S Frequently Asked Questions

Initially featured in the 2003 Ford Thunderbird, the 5R55S transmission provided a high-performance option for the car, with the SelectShift providing manual-shifting performance in an automatic transmission. With five gears, it featured advanced options in performance and fuel efficiency as the first five-speed automatic used by a domestic manufacturer.

The 5R55 series of five-speed automatic transmissions were mechanically similar but had a range of different features based on the different models. The W model had a wide shift and was used in trucks and SUVs, while the S model featured a synchronic shift and was used in performance cars.

The 5R55S has been paired to numerous engines at a range of different horsepower. There have been issues with turbochargers or superchargers causing problems, but in non-turbo engines, That being said, field reports mention topping out between 450-500 horsepower, though some non-OEM transmissions for sale claim numbers closer to 1000.

Find the T-30 plug on the drain pan and remove it without removing the drain plug. Install the filling nipple, place a 3/8” hose on it, then use a suction gun to fill the transmission. Remove the hose and allow the engine to idle 5-10 minutes to auto-correct to the appropriate level.

5R55S History & Information

The 5R55 transmission lineup includes a series of four transmissions that are very similar mechanically but have different features to work with a wider range of vehicles from luxury to off-road performance. The line was started with the Ford C3 transmission class, which has branched into a number of strong, effective transmission options. The C3 transmission was developed and implemented in the early 1970s as a lightweight three-speed automatic for small cars such as the Ford Pinto and performance cars such as the Ford Mustang and Ford Thunderbird.

It was succeeded initially by the A4LD, which added overdrive gear. This was quickly followed by the 4R44E, 4R55E, and 5R44E in the middle of the 1990s, which allowed the transmission to be used in 4WD platforms with an updated tail shaft housing, as well as the more traditional rear-wheel drivetrain. However, it didn't take long for Ford to eye up the 5-speed automatic transmissions coming out of the import market. This resulted in the launch of the 5R55 transmission lineup, which consisted of the 5R55S, 5R55W, 5R55N, and 5R55E transmissions. The name of each transmission refers to the number of gears first, that it's primarily a rear-wheel-drive second, the 550 lb-ft of torque handling capability third, and the specific model last. The first model, 5R55E, refers to the electronic shifting controls as compared to more traditional hydraulic options, the 5R55N for nonsynchronous, the 5R55S for synchronous, and the 5R55W for wide.

This lineup started with the 5R55E, which featured more precise computer controls to handle the additional forward gear. The 5R55N was built for luxury car lineups, including the Jaguar S-Type and Lincoln LS. The 5R55S appeared in performance car lineups, including the Ford Thunderbird and Ford Mustang, providing options for a paddle or similar manual-style shifting options with Ford's SelectShift feature. The 5R55W featured a wide shift for off-road vehicles such as the Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, Lincoln Aviator, and Ford Ranger versus the S's synchronic shift by adding a different overdrive planet gear ratio. This transmission is commonly mounted to the BW4418 transfer case.

The length of time that the transmission has been in service is a good indicator that it will perform well and has only a few problems, a bonus if you're having to change the transmission on your existing vehicle. A longitudinally-mounted transmission, the 5R55 does well with a transmission cooler to help keep it operating at cooler temperatures, a worthy upgrade if you've already got the transmission pulled anyway. Gear ratios will vary in the second and fifth gears, with a respective lineup of 3.22, 2.41, and 2.29, 1.54, 1.0 and 0.75, and 0.71 going from first to fifth in the W and S models respectively.

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5R55S Transmission Compatibility Chart
MAKEMODELSTART YEAREND YEAR
LincolnLS20032006
FordMustang20052010
FordExplorer20022010
FordThunderbird20032005
MercuryMountaineer20022010
LincolnAviator20032005
Flat Rate Shipping (Commercial address)
Excellent Customer Support
Up to 5 Years Unlimited Miles Warranty
No Core Charge for 30 Days
Diagnostic Codes for 5R55S Transmission
DIAGNOSTIC CODESDESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM
P1500Vehicle Speed Sensor Intermittent
P1501Programmable Speedometer & Odometer Module/Vehicle Speed Sensor Intermittent Circuit-failure
P1502Invalid or Missing Vehicle Speed Message or Brake Data
P1700Transmission System Failure
P1701Reverse Engagement Error
P1702Transmission System Failure
P1703Brake On/Off Switch Out of Self-Test Range
P1704Transmission System Failure
P1705Manual Lever Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range
P1706High Vehicle Speed Observed in Park
P1707Transfer Case Neutral Indicator Hard Fault Present
P1709Park or Neutral Position Switch Out of Self-Test Range
P1710Transmission System Failure
P1711Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Out of Self-Test Range
P1712Trans Torque Reduction Request Signal Malfunction
P1713TFT Sensor In Range Failure Low Value
P1714SSA Inductive Signature Malfunction
P1715SSB Inductive Signature Malfunction
P1716SSC Inductive Signature Malfunction
P1717SSD Inductive Signature Malfunction
P1718TFT Sensor In Range Failure High
P1720Vehicle Speed (Meter) Circuit Malfunction
P1721Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio
P1722Gear 2 Incorrect Ratio
P1723Gear 3 incorrect Ratio
P1724Gear 4 Incorrect Ratio
P1725Insufficient Engine Speed Increase During Self Test
P1726Insufficient Engine Speed Decrease During Self Test
P1727Coast Clutch Solenoid Inductive Signature Malfunction
P1728Transmission Slip Error
P17294x4 Low Switch Error
P17311-2 Shift Malfunction
P17322-3 Shift Malfunction
P17333-4 Shift Malfunction
P1740Transmission System Failure
P1741Torque Converter Clutch Control Error
P1742Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Faulty
P1743Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Faulty
P1744Torque Converter Clutch System Stuck in Off Position
P1745Transmission System Failure
P1746Electronic Pressure Control Solenoid A - Open Circuit
P1747Electronic Pressure Control Solenoid A- Short Circuit
P1748EPC Malfunction
P1749Electronic Pressure Control Solenoid Failed Low
P1751Shift Solenoid A Performance
P1754Coast Clutch Solenoid Circuit malfunction
P1756Shift Solenoid B Performance
P1760Transmission System Failure
P1761Shift Solenoid C Performance
P1762Overdrive Band Failed Off
P1766Shift Solenoid D Performance
P1767Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Malfunction
P1768Performance / Normal / Winter Mode Input Malfunction
P1770Clutch Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
P1779Transmission Control Indicator Lamp Circuit Malfunction
P1780Transmission Control Switch Circuit is Out of Self-Test Range
P17814x4 Low Switch is Out of Self-Test Range
P1782P/ES Circuit Out Of Self Test Range
P1783Transmission Over-Temperature Condition
P1784Transmission Mechanical Failure - First And Reverse
P1785Transmission Mechanical Failure - First And Second
P17863-2 Downshift Error
P17872-1 Downshift Error
P1788Pressure Control Solenoid 'B' Open Circuit
P1789Pressure Control Solenoid 'B' Short Circuit
P1795Idle Switch Circuit Malfunction
P1804Transmission 4-Wheel Drive High Indicator Circuit Failure
P1806Transmission 4-Wheel Drive High Indicator Short Circuit To Battery
P1808Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Indicator Circuit Failure
P1810TFP Valve Position Switch Circuit/ Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Indicator Short Circuit To Battery
P1812Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Mode Select Circuit Failure
P1815Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Mode Select Short Circuit To Ground
P1819Transmission Neutral Safety Switch Short Circuit To Ground
P1820Transmission Transfer Case Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Circuit Failure
P1822Transmission Transfer Case Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Short Circuit To Battery
P1824Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Clutch Relay Circuit Failure
P1826Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Clutch Relay Circuit To Battery
P1828Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Circuit Failure
P1830Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Short Circuit To Battery
P1832Transmission Transfer Case Differential Lock-Up Solenoid Circuit Failure
P1834Transmission Transfer Case Differential Lock-Up Solenoid Short Circuit To Battery
P1838Transmission Transfer Case Shift Motor Circuit Failure
P1846Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate 'A' Circuit Failure
P1850Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate 'B' Circuit Failure
P1854Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate 'C' Circuit Failure
P1858Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate 'D' Circuit Failure
P1866Transmission Transfer Case System Concern - Servicing Required
P1867Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate General Circuit Failure
P1876Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Failure
P1877Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Short To Battery
P1881Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Failure, GEM
P1882Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Short to Ground
P1883Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Failure, GEM
P1884Engine Coolant Level Lamp Circuit Short to Ground
P1891Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate Ground Return Open Circuit
P1900Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Circuit Intermittent Malfunction
P1901Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) Circuit Intermittent Malfunction
P1902Kickdown Solenoid Relay Control Circuit
P1903Kickdown Solenoid Circuit Low Voltage
P1904Kickdown Solenoid Circuit High Voltage
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