2011 4.0L 4x4 Auto Transmission replacement

[heggatron]

My kiddo wrecked his tranny. My inquiry, will a 2003 ford rangers transmission fit on a 2011 ford ranger with same engine? Both are 4.0L 4x4 automatics.
I'm reading different opinions all over the internet. Some say it will just plug and play, others say it will not. From what I can tell there is a new sensor added in 2001 (ISS)
So since it's a 2003, should we be fine to swap it straight over?
If not, could someone please help us on what years could have a straight swap?
Thanks so much!

5R55E, torque converter, input shaft depth

 

[franklin2]

www.car-part.com says 2007-2011 will fit. Their listings are for direct drop in, no modifications. Go to that site, plug in your vehicle info and where you live, it will tell you what's available in your area used from yards that participate in that site.

 

[heggatron]

www.car-part.com says 2007-2011 will fit. Their listings are for direct drop in, no modifications. Go to that site, plug in your vehicle info and where you live, it will tell you what's available in your area used from yards that participate in that site.

Thank you so much! We will go give it a go!

 

[heggatron]

That site worked great Thank you.
But I have another question that you or someone might know? My Vin number is saying that my transmission should be a 5r55E but the sticker on my transmission that we pulled off says it is a 5r55S? (if im reading the sticker correctly?) Is this a problem? did someone install the wrong tranny before me? or do they swap out pretty easily between both models?

 

[franklin2]

This is what google AI had to say about it.


The main difference is that
the 5R55E is a standard electronic transmission, while the 5R55S is a performance-oriented version with electronic control and a "SelectShift" feature that allows manual shifting. The "S" in 5R55S stands for a more "sporty" or "synchronous" application, whereas the "E" in 5R55E stands for "electronic control".


5R55E

• Application: A standard electronic automatic transmission used in many Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
• Control: Electronically controlled, but without the manual shifting option.
• Performance: Focuses on reliability and fuel economy for typical driving conditions.
• Common Issues: Prone to solenoid failures and harsh shifting problems if not maintained properly, as noted on this JustAnswer page.

5R55S

• Application: A sport-oriented version of the 5R55E, often found in performance models like the Ford Mustang.
• Control: Electronically controlled, with the added "SelectShift" feature that allows manual gear selection.
• Performance: Designed for more spirited driving, offering enhanced acceleration and smoother shifting, particularly at higher speeds.

 

[heggatron]

Interesting, it is a Sport model so maybe that's why the S was put in there.
Thanks for the reply. We appreciate thanks.

 

[heggatron]

Update, and more questions
We found a transmission off a 2010 (ours is a 2011) numbers say its a 5r55e

But we can't get it to fit on, then got to measuring and inspecting. I am worried the input shaft slid out a littleand the torque converter won't seat all the way back. or is this the correct amount of input shaft showing? If it isn't does this thing slide out? I have been searching, some say yes, but then others say that it is connected to the pump and won't slide out?
My measurement from bell housing to converter pads is about an 1"
Or can I just not get this torque converter to seat properly? I have watched so many video of the third clunk but mine is still a bit loose when it's low in there.
ANY help would be great. Thanks!!

 

[ShhhhhDougsHere]

I'm just a novice around here.

However I did my transmission a few months back.
And for me to get the third click on the torque converter sliding into place I had to have the pan of the transmission sitting on the ground. I then had to lift the torque converter up just a slight bit and actually turn it backwards to get it to go in all the way.

I don't know if this will help you or not but that's what I found happened to me and worked for me.

I have a 94 4.0L with an automatic A4LD transmission and my truck is two wheel drive.

I know that most people say don't turn your torque converter backwards but as long as you're not turning it full revolutions multiple revolutions, I don't think there's actually a problem with it.

If you don't feel comfortable doing this, then don't do it.

As for the input shaft I don't know if it's the right amount sticking out or not I can't tell you yes or no on that sorry about that. I kind of think it's out a little bit to much but I'm not sure.

However I can tell you that my input shaft slid out of my transmission as I was lefting my transmission the day I charged the rear seal.
I slid it back in and didn't have no problems putting my transmission in.

 

[ShhhhhDougsHere]

I edited my last post and added to it please reread it if you have read it already.

 

[heggatron]

Thanks a bunch, we will try almost anything Thanks for the ideas. I have been scouring online, and from what i can tell the newer input shafts are mounted to the pump bearing and don't slide out like the older ones. I will go set it on the ground flat and give it another go. I have had it tilted for most of the "seating" efforts.
Thanks again