Leakage Inspection: Material
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MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft Continuously Variable Chain Type Transmission Fluid XT-7-QCFT (US); CXT-7-LCF12 (Canada) | WSS-M2C933-A |
| UV Fluorescent Tracer Dye 164-R3706 or equivalent | - |
CAUTION:
Do not try to stop the fluid leak by increasing the torque beyond specifications. This may cause damage to the case threads.
Leakage at the transaxle pan-to-case gasket often can be stopped by tightening the attaching bolts to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft). If necessary, install a new pan case gasket.
Check the fluid tubes and fittings between the transaxle and the auxiliary cooler. If leakage cannot be stopped by tightening the clamps or the cooler tube retainer, install new parts. When fluid is found leaking between the transaxle case and the cooler tube fittings, check for a missing or damaged O-ring seal, then tighten the fitting to maximum specification.
If the leak continues, install new fluid cooler tubes.
If leakage is found at the manual control lever, install a new seal.
If leakage is found at the transaxle internal harness connector, install a new O-rings.