Transaxle Draining and Filling: Material

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION TABLE

Item	Specification
SAE 75W-90 API GL-4 Gear Oil XT-4-QGL	WSS-M2C203-A1

Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle Fill Plug & Drain Plug

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

PART NUMBER REFERENCE TABLE

Item	Part Number	Description
1	-	Transaxle drain plug
2	-	Transaxle fill plug

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
Install a new washer and the drain plug.
- Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).
Remove the fill plug.
NOTE: Prior to removal, clean the area of the fill plug.

Fill the transaxle with the recommended fluid.

NOTE: Do not overfill the transaxle. This may result in increased operating temperature or cause transaxle fluid to be forced out of the case.

Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Fluid Level

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

PART NUMBER REFERENCE TABLE

Item	Part Number	Description
1	-	Correct level
2	-	Low level

Install a new washer and fill plug.
- Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).