General Specifications

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item	Specification
Fluid
CAUTION: Use only MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid. The use of any other fluids may result in transmission failure.
Normal maintenance Fluid change not necessary, filled for life. Severe duty maintenance Change the fluid at 48,000 km (30,000 miles) intervals. Sustained high speed driving during hot weather 32°C (90°F). Towing a trailer for long distances over 1,600 km (1,000 miles). Accumulating 8,000 km (5,000 miles) in one month. Continuous running service.
Fluid Capacity
Approximate dry capacity includes cooler and lines. Fluid level indicator should be used to determine actual fluid requirements and fluid specification. Check the level at normal operating temperature. DO NOT OVERFILL. If it is necessary to add or install new fluid, use only fluid which has been certified by the supplier as meeting the Ford Motor Company specification shown in this table.