Transaxle Draining and Filling

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

MATERIAL

Item	Specification
SAE 75W-90 Premium Gear Oil XY-75W90-QGL	WSS-M2C203-A1

Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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.
- Position a drain pan under the transaxle.
Install a new washer and the drain plug.
- Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).

NOTE: Prior to removal, clean the area of the fill plug.

Remove the fill plug.

NOTE: Do not overfill the transaxle. This will cause transaxle fluid to be forced out of the case.

Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Fluid Level

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fill the transaxle will the recommended fluid.
Install a new washer and fill plug.
- Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).