Inspection and Verification

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator and 2017 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When internal wear or damage occurs in the transmission, metal particles and clutch plate material can travel into the torque converter, the transmission fluid cooler tubes, the in-tank transmission fluid cooler and the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler, if equipped. These contaminants are a major cause of recurring transmission concerns. To prevent future concerns, remove these contaminants from the cooling system before placing the transmission back into use. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning .

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Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage, incorrect component installation and system leaks. Repair as necessary.
- Install a new or remanufactured radiator when transmission fluid is found leaking from the in-tank transmission fluid cooler. Refer to Engine Cooling .
- Install a new O-ring when transmission fluid is found leaking between the radiator transmission fluid cooler hose and the transmission fluid cooler tube fitting.
- Install a new auxiliary transmission fluid cooler if there is leakage from the auxiliary transmission fluid cooler. Refer to Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler .

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If the fault is not visually evident, GO to Symptom Chart - Transmission Cooling or GO to Symptom Chart - NVH .