Material Specifications
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MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC |
MERCON® LV |
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
- Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
- Remove the 7 screws and the underbody cover.
- Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
- Remove the fill plug on the side of the transaxle.
- Install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid as specified until the level reaches the bottom of the fill plug hole.
- Install the fill plug.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Install the underbody cover and 7 screws.
NOTE:
If an integral problem is suspected, drain the transmission fluid through a paper filter. A small amount of metal particles may be found from normal wear. However, if excessive metal particles are present, internal service will be required.
NOTE:
After the transmission fluid has been drained, clean the drain plug threads.
NOTE:
Inspect the plug and washer for damage and install a new plug if necessary.
NOTE:
Use only clean transmission fluid specific for this transmission. Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid additives or cleaning agents. The use of these products can cause internal transmission components to fail, which will affect the operation of the transmission.
NOTE:
Clean the area around the fill plug removing transmission fluid that may have spilled on the transaxle case.
NOTE:
Inspect the plug and washer for damage and install a new plug if necessary.