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What’s a 2008 Ford Explorer transmission replacement cost?
I’ve had my SUV since college, so when I took it to my mechanic yesterday, I was pretty upset to find out it needs a new transmission. He gave me a ballpark figure, but I want to double-check it. What’s a 2008 Ford Explorer transmission replacement cost?
Rachel Rigolino · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’ll likely pay between $5,600 to $6,000+ for a 2008
Ford Explorer
transmission replacement. Because your SUV is older, you’ll want to weigh the cost of a replacement vs. the overall Kelly Blue Book value of your Explorer.However, you may be able to rebuild the transmission, which could save you some money as this chart shows:
Type of repair | Details | Pros and Cons |
|---|---|---|
Replacing a transmission | Your vehicle will require a transmission replacement if it is damaged severely. While this is a more costly repair than a rebuild, you will know that your damaged transmission will be replaced with a factory refurbished one. | When a transmission comes from the factory, it likely means it has been updated to pre-built factory specs. |
Rebuilding a transmission | Rebuilding a transmission is a good option, as long as the damage is not too severe and you have a knowledgeable mechanic skilled with transmissions. | While rebuilding may be less expensive than replacing a transmission, be sure that your mechanic is comfortable with rebuilding Ford transmissions. Keep in mind that taking apart and rebuilding a transmission takes time—and money. |
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