Transmission Fluid Drain And Refill: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford RV Cutaway, 2003 Ford Econoline, 2003 Ford E550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
MATERIAL
- A new procedure for draining and adding transmission fluid, using a suitable transmission flush and fill machine, has been added. The following is a list of different methods for draining and refilling the transmission fluid:
- All vehicles using a suitable flush and fill machine.
- Vehicles equipped with a fluid pan and torque converter drain plug.
- Vehicles not equipped with a fluid pan or a torque converter drain plug.
- Vehicles equipped with a torque converter drain plug and without a fluid pan drain plug.
CAUTION:
Always refer to the instructions supplied with the flush and fill machine.
NOTE:
Draining fluid from the transmission by removing only the fluid pan is acceptable for vehicles that do not have a torque converter drain plug, and for normal or severe duty fluid maintenance.
Use the method that is applicable to your vehicle.