Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill: Drain

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the transmission fluid pan and allow the transmission fluid to drain.

Fig 1: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket can be reused if not damaged.

Install a new transmission fluid pan gasket, if required.

Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Gasket
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the transmission fluid pan and tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern.
- Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.