Transmission Fluid Level Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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The vehicle should not be driven if the transmission fluid level is low. Internal transmission failure could result.
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The transmission fluid fill plug is located near the exhaust system. The exhaust may be extremely hot during this procedure.
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If the vehicle is operated for an extended period at high highway speeds, in city traffic, during hot weather, or while pulling a trailer, allow the transmission fluid to cool down to obtain an accurate reading.
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If the transmission starts to slip, shifts slowly, or shows signs of transmission fluid leaking, check the transmission fluid level.
This transmission is equipped with an internal thermal bypass located in the case. This internal thermal bypass valve shuts off transmission fluid flowing to the transmission fluid cooler if the transmission fluid temperature falls below normal operating temperature. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK .
The transmission fluid level indicator has 2 areas for the fluid level, a crosshatched area (labeled A) and a dotted area (labeled B). Use the dotted (labeled B) area when checking the transmission fluid level. The correct transmission fluid level is at the upper level of the dotted marks on the transmission fluid level indicator.