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Transmission Fluid Level Check

NOTE: The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 82 deg.C-93 deg.C (180 deg.F-200 deg.F) on a level surface. Normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 32 km (20 mi) of driving.

Under normal circumstances, the transmission fluid level should be checked during normal maintenance. If the transmission starts to slip, shifts slowly or shows signs of transmission fluid leaking, the transmission fluid level should be checked.

  1. With the transmission in PARK, the engine at idle, foot pressed on the brake, move the selector lever through each gear and allow engagement of each gear. Place the selector lever in the PARK position.
  2. Wipe the transmission fluid level indicator cap and remove the transmission fluid level indicator.
  3. Wipe the transmission fluid level indicator with a clean cloth.
  4. Install the transmission fluid level indicator back in the transmission until it is fully seated, then remove the indicator. The transmission fluid level should be within the normal operating range.
GFD321266Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Item Description
1 Correct transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature 82 deg.C-93 deg.C (180 deg.F-200 deg.F)
2 Low transmission fluid level
3 High transmission fluid level