Transmission Fluid Pan: Removal

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the transmission fluid pan drain plug and allow the transmission fluid to drain.

Fig 1: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Drain Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the transmission fluid pan drain plug.
- Tighten to 18 Nm (159 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Drain Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket is a reusable gasket. Do not discard the transmission fluid pan gasket.

Remove and 19 bolts and remove the transmission fluid pan and gasket.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan And Gasket Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.