Transmission Fluid Level Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Do not drive the vehicle if transmission fluid level is low. Internal transmission failure could result.

NOTE: Check the transmission fluid level while in the normal operating range of 91°-102°C (196°-216°F).

Fig 1: Checking Transmission Fluid Level

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item	Description
1	DO NOT DRIVE IF BELOW THIS LEVEL AND AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 10°C (50°F) (Underfill). Recheck transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature and adjust as required.
2	Normal operating range.
3	DO NOT DRIVE LEVEL (Overfill). Remove excess transmission fluid. Recheck transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature and adjust as required.