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Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill: Material

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ITEM SPECIFICATION

Item Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLV
MERCON® LV
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. JACKING AND LIFTING .
  2. NOTE: If an internal problem is suspected, drain the transmission fluid through a paper filter. A small amount of metal or friction particles may be found from normal wear. If an excessive amount of metal or friction material is present, the transaxle will need to be overhauled.
    Fig 1: Locating Transmission Fluid Drain Plug
    G06067660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the transmission fluid drain plug and allow the transmission fluid to drain.
  4. Install the transmission fluid drain plug.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Drain Plug
      G06067660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the transmission fluid level indicator.
    Fig 3: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
    G06502349Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. If the transaxle was removed and disassembled, fill the transaxle with 6.2L (6.5 qt) of clean transmission fluid. If the main control cover was removed for in-vehicle repair, fill the transaxle with 4.3L (4.5 qt) of clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 4: Locating Main Control Cover
    G06502350Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Start the engine and let it run for 3 minutes. Move the range selector lever into each gear position and allow engagement for a minimum of ten seconds. Check the transmission fluid level by installing and removing the transmission fluid level indicator. When installing the transmission fluid level indicator, be sure it is seated and rotate it clockwise to the locked position. Adjust the transmission fluid level.
    1. Correct transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature 82°C-93°C (180°F-200°F).
    2. Low transmission fluid level.
    3. High transmission fluid level.
      Fig 5: Identifying Transmission Fluid Level On Dipstick
      G06502296Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.