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Question posted by Alexanderc on March 12th, 2013

How Is Fluid Filled Into Transmission?

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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on March 12th, 2013 6:46 PM
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It requires special tools, but here's a link that shows you how to do it:

www.ehow.com/how_7452648_fill-check-2002-explorer-transmission.html

P.S. You'll have to copy and paste the link.

Answer #2: Posted by bobbyzarlinga on March 12th, 2013 4:20 PM
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They have a plug on the bottom of the tranny pan that, when removed, and with the tranny fluid at the correct temperature, is expected to just drip fluid when it's at the right level... it gets rather complex, so it's better to have a professional check for you.

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Owner's Manual - Page 91

...fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). STEERING To prevent damage to retain full steering control during hard braking and on ... BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir). 91 However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance...
Owner's Manual - Page 101

... our national forest and other public and private lands by moving your wheels. If the transmission, transfer case or either axle become submerged in encouraging you regain control of land-use ...nations wilderness areas. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in mud or water, their fluids should be reduced. Once you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Even 4WD vehicles...
Owner's Manual - Page 103

...vehicle, familiarize yourself with chains on the front tires of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight. .... Driving continue to roll so that you may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. This could lead to loss of cargo, occupants and optional equipment...
Owner's Manual - Page 110

... (with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, a car hauling trailer or a flatbed transport vehicle), your vehicle can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to ensure that your vehicle behind a motorhome. Driving causing internal transmission damage. Replace the rear axle lubricant any wheels on the ground) under the following recreational towing guidelines are designed...
Owner's Manual - Page 144

Brake fluid reservoir 144 6. Clutch fluid reservoir 8. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 3. Air filter assembly 11. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the latch located in the center between the hood and the grille. 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 145

... P (Park). 4. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes. 3. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is on the use of methanol, a common windshield washer fluid additive. Check State or local regulations for restrictions on level ground. 2. Make sure the vehicle is low. Set the parking...
Owner's Manual - Page 149

... to the "cold full" level. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with the "cold fill range" as listed on the reservoir. Turn the engine off and let it difficult to add...the engine coolant reservoir. • Refer to use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function. Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant • ...
Owner's Manual - Page 158

... checked and refilled according to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service maintenance schedules. 1. Check the fluid level. 5. Clean the reservoir cap before removal. 2. Do not fill above the MAX line. If the fluid is below the MIN line, add fluid in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. 1. ING OVER FILOT L P DO N Use only MERCON ATF. Note...
Owner's Manual - Page 159

... and induce vomiting. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled check and change intervals. • Transmission does not consume fluid. • Check fluid when transmission is toxic. Put your brakes to fail. This may cause your foot on the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever slowly...
Owner's Manual - Page 161

... inspect the fluid level. 3. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. 161 Clean the filler plug. 2. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Add enough fluid through the filler opening . 4. Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped...
Owner's Manual - Page 167

... FG-1036 BXT-65-650 FL-820S EV-243 AGSF-22PP * Refer to line on reservoir Engine oil (including filter change) Fuel tank Power steering fluid Transmission fluid 1 All 4.7L (5.0 quarts) All All 4-speed manual 63.6 L (16.8 gallons) Fill to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.
Owner's Manual - Page 168

...quarts) Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Transfer case Engine coolant 4 Front axle lubricant Rear axle lubricant 5 Windshield washer fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON... the correct service interval. 2 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCON V.
Owner's Manual - Page 169

... intervals. Maintenance and Specifications of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked or changed any time the axle has been submerged in your scheduled maintenance guide for the manual transmission is required. Vehicles equipped with the vehicle on the dipstick's normal operating range. 3 4 5 Fill to your vehicle. Fill to 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to...
Owner's Manual - Page 171

... Premium XG-1-T or Long-Life Grease XG-1-K Ultra-clear Windshield C9AZ-19550-AC Washer Concentrate ESA-M1C75-B ESR-M17P5-A Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are filled with Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant, part number XY-80W90-QL, Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A. 171 DO NOT mix MERCON...
Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 261

...opened MAX container until the level reaches MAX. If brake/clutch fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes with a manual transmission, your brakes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. If ... the reservoir for brake and clutch fluid. This may cause the brakes to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Do not fill above this line. 4. Seek medical...
Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 269

... agents. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. The fluid level should be added by a qualified technician. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. Turn the engine off. 4. Be sure to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for...
Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 270

... or dirt and debris. 3. Make sure the vehicle is at bottom of the opening. 6. Refer to the Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. 270 Add enough fluid through the filler opening . 5. Maintenance and care Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 305

... Part Name Motorcraft MERCON௡ ATF Application All Capacity Fill between the MIN and MAX lines on reservoir 2.4L (5.1 pints) 2 12.0L (12.7 quarts)3 Transmission fluid 1 Motorcraft MERCON௡ ATF Motorcraft MERCON௡V ATF Motorcraft MERCON௡ ATF Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-...
Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 306

...refill capacity is used. Some applications may vary based on a level surface. 3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by filling the transmission to your vehicle. Capacities and specifications Fluid Rear axle lubricant 5 Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft...
Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 336

...; and MERCON௡ V. Refer to line on inside of transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualified technician. 336 The amount of driver's door. Use Motorcraft MERCON௡ ATF. 2.4L (5.1 pints). Refer to determine the correct service interval. 3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Use Motorcraft MERCON௡ V ATF. 3 Use either green...

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