Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill - Automated Equipment: Draining
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Always refer to the instructions supplied with the flush and fill machine, or transmission damage may occur.
- With the vehicle in PARK, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Use a suitable flush and fill machine to change the transmission fluid.
- When connecting the flush and fill machine, connect the machine to the transmission fluid cooler tube after the transmission fluid cooler on the cooler return tube. This will help remove any foreign material trapped in the transmission fluid coolers.