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Transaxle Fluid Drain and Refill: Refill

  1. Install a new gasket on the transaxle drain plug.
  2. Install the transaxle drain plug.
    Fig 1: Installing Transaxle Drain Plug
    G03412233Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Fill the transaxle with Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON®.
    • Add the amount of fluid that was measured during fluid draining.
  5. Apply the parking brake and block the DRIVE wheels.
  6. Run the engine until the transaxle fluid reaches 66°-77° C (151°-171°F).
  7. While the engine is idling, apply the service brake and shift from PARK (P) to MANUAL LOW (1) and back, stopping in every gear.
  8. With the vehicle in PARK. check the transaxle fluid level and add as necessary.
    1. Use the lower temperature scale when the transaxle fluid is between 30°-50°C (86°-122°F).
    2. Use the upper temperature scale when the transaxle fluid is between 66°-77°C (151°-171°F).
      Fig 2: Identifying Fluid Level Temperature Scale
      G03412234Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Add Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON® if necessary.
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