Materials Needed

Fig 1: Needed Materials

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Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Normal maintenance requires periodic automatic transmission fluid changes. If a major repair, such as a clutch, band, bearing, etc., is required, the automatic transmission will also have to be removed for repair. At this time, the torque converter, and transmission cooler tubes must be thoroughly flushed to remove any dirt and a new oil-to-air (OTA) must be installed. The transmission fluid needs to be changed if evidence of fluid contamination is found. When used under continuous or severe conditions, the transmission and torque converter should be drained and refilled with fluid as specified.
A new oil-to-air cooler must be installed under the following conditions:
1. Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination is found due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
  - Major Metallic Failure
  - Multiple Clutches Or Clutch Plate Failure
2. When used under continuous or server conditions, the transmission and torque converter should be drained and refilled with fluid as specified.
  - Normal Maintenance
    - Change fluid at 48,000 km (30,000 miles).
  - Sever Duty/Major Overhaul
    - Change fluid at 48,000 km (30,000 miles).

CAUTION: Use of a fluid other than specified could result in transmission malfunction and/or failure.

Refer to the vehicle certification label affixed to the LH front door lock face panel or door pillar for the transmission code.
When filling a dry transmission and torque converter, refer to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION for General Specifications. Check the fluid level.