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Fluid Fill

NOTE: Left side of case shown.
Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Fill and Drain Plugs
G03863153Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Using the diagnostic tool (WDS), monitor the transmission fluid temperature (TFT) using PID: TFT.
  2. Start the vehicle.
    3. NOTE: Engine idle speed is approximately 650 RPM.
  3. While proceeding with this procedure, run the engine until the transmission fluid temperature is between 27-49°C (80-120°F).
  4. Move the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.
    Fig 2: Identifying Range Selector
    G03863154Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Place the range selector lever in the PARK position.
  6. With the engine running and the vehicle set as close to level as possible, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  7. Hold the larger drain plug with a wrench and remove the small (center) fluid level indicating plug.
    Fig 3: Identifying Drain Plug
    G03863155Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the special tool into the pan.
    Fig 4: Installing Special Tool Into Pan
    G03863156Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. NOTE: Prior to filling the special tool with clean transmission fluid, make sure that the canister is clean.
    Fig 5: Identifying Special Tool With Clean Automatic Transmission Fluid
    G03863157Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Fill the special tool with clean automatic transmission fluid.
  10. Hang the special tool under the vehicle.

    Position it upright and close to the transmission.

    Fig 6: Hanging Special Tool Under Vehicle
    G03863158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the special tools.
    • Connect the open end of the fluid hose from the Fluid Transporter/Evacuator/Injector to the Fluid Level and Fill Plug Adapter at the bottom of the transmission fluid pan.
      Fig 7: Connecting Special Tools
      G03863159Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Apply a maximum of 206.85 kPa (30 psi) to the open end of the vacuum/pressure hose from the special tool. Fluid will immediately start flowing out of the special tool into the transmission fluid pan.
    Fig 8: Applying Air To Open End Of Vacuum/Pressure Hose From Special Tool
    G03863160Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Add one pint of transmission fluid into the fluid pan. Stop the process by releasing the air pressure and removing the air nozzle from the end of the hose.
  14. Inspect the fluid level in the special tool. If the fluid drains back into the canister, the transmission is full. If no fluid drains back, more fluid will need to be added. Repeat Steps  12 and  13.
  15. Once the transmission is full, place a hand vacuum pump on the open end of the hose of the special tool and apply vacuum to the system. This will pull out any extra fluid trapped in the system and direct it into the container.
    Fig 9: Placing A Hand Vacuum Pump On Open End Of Hose Of Special Tool
    G03863161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Allow the fluid to drain. Make sure that the fluid temperature is between 27-49°C (80-120°F). When the fluid comes out as a thin stream or drip, the fluid is at the correct level.
    Fig 10: Allowing Fluid To Drain
    G03863162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Reinstall the small (center) fluid level indicating plug using a 3/16-inch Allen key.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 11: Installing Small (Center) Fluid Level Indicating Plug
    G03863163Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Check the operation of the transmission by moving the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.
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