Transmission Fluid Level Check
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Materials
| Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-12-QULV |
WSS-M2C949-AMERCON® ULV |
Check
- Connect the diagnostic scan tool to the vehicle. Monitor the TFT PID.
- With the engine running in PARK on a level surface make sure the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93° C (185-200° F). If necessary, drive the vehicle until the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F).
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove the engine undershield. Refer to: Engine Undershield .
- Start the engine and slowly select each gear position, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.
- With the engine running in PARK on a level hoist make sure the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93° C (185-200° F). Check if the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole.
- If the transmission fluid is not even with the oil leveling plug hole, remove the vent tube.
- Add clean transmission fluid in increments of 0.25L (0.5 pt) until the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole.
Material: Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-12-QULV (WSS-M2C949-A) (MERCON® ULV)
- Install the oil leveling plug.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
- Install the vent tube.
- Install the engine undershield. Refer to: Engine Undershield .