Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill - Automated Equipment: Draining
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Use only clean automatic transmission fluid specified for this transmission. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or clean agents. The use of these materials can affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
CAUTION:
Always refer to the instructions supplied with the flush and fill machine.
- With the vehicle in PARK, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Use a suitable flush and fill machine to change the fluid.
- When connecting the flush and fill machine, connect the machine to the fluid cooler tube after the fluid cooler on the cooler return line. This will help remove any foreign material trapped in the fluid coolers.