Procedures

Transmission Draining and Filling









NOTE: Transmission fluid usage:
- Gas engines use MERCON(R) V Fluid.
- Diesel engines use Motorcraft(R) Full Synthetic Fluid.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

2. NOTE: Drain the transmission while the transmission fluid is warm.

Position a drain pan under the transmission and remove the drain plug.

- Drain the transmission fluid.





3. Apply threadlock and sealer and install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).

4. NOTE: Prior to removal, clean the area around the fill plug.

Remove the fill plug.

5. NOTE: Do not overfill the transmission. This will cause transmission fluid to be forced out of the case.

Using an Oil Suction Gun, fill the transmission with the recommended fluid. For additional fluid capacity information, refer to Specifications.





6. Apply threadlock and sealer and install the fill plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).