Transaxle Draining and Filling: Material

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MATERIAL

Item	Specification
SAE 75W-90 Premium Synthetic Transaxle Lubricant XT-75W90-QGT	-
Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30	WSE-M4G323-A4

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.

Fig 1: Removing Drain Plug And Drain Fluid
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and apply sealant on the drain plug.

Install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Installing Drain Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the fill level inspection plug.

Fig 3: Removing Fill Level Inspection Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the transaxle fill plug.

Fig 4: Removing Transaxle Fill Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fill the transmission with gear oil until level with the fill level inspection plug hole.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and apply sealant on the fill plug.

Install the transaxle fill plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 5: Installing Transaxle Fill Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and apply sealant on the fill level inspection plug.

Install the fill level inspection plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 6: Installing Fill Level Inspection Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.