I need to replace my auto transmission

Tiny
01 EDGE
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  • 2001 FORD RANGER
  • 4.0L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 207,000 MILES
I need to replace my auto transmission and the 2001 transmissions have issues. Can I replace with a different year let's say 2003 is that transmission better or would it be basically the same thing? Or is there anything I can do to not have the same problem?
Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 10:23 AM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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2001-2003 use the same transmission and are the only years that interchange as well. What is the issue you are having with it and when was the transmission serviced last? Normally I will have my local transmission guru rebuild a transmission, he adds in any upgrades and updates as he builds them so the end result is better than the OE version. I usually recommend rebuilds for that reason, especially over a used unit.
The good thing is that being a 2 wheel drive it's easier to deal with than a 4X4.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vJAojsrfuU

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Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 11:03 AM
Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

No, the transmissions are pretty much the same for about 5 years. You are better off getting the exact replacement. Otherwise, the replacement may be different electronically causing it not to work correctly.

I attached just one page of many available for you from Car-Parts.com. A good site to get used parts.

I attached a youtube video of the procedure for you for the replacement of the transmission.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyG4xmSWylE&t=3s

Roy
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Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 11:38 AM
Tiny
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Transmission slipping when warmed up. Just bought it 2 weeks ago 207,000 on engine. I believe he said had been gone through it visually looks very very clean.
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Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 3:26 PM
Tiny
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Most likely it is an internal issue. Replacing it with a used or rebuilt transmission would be a good idea.

I would contact people around you from the site I sent you for price and availability.

Roy
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Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 5:10 PM
Tiny
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Cool, thanks guys and Roy.
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Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 8:04 PM
Tiny
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
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Sunday, June 27th, 2021 AT 9:33 PM

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