Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L (1994)
Fluid - A/T: Testing and Inspection
Fluid Level Check
CHECKING OIL LEVEL
1. With transmission in Park, engine at curb idle RPM, foot brakes applied, and vehicle on a level surface, move transmission selector lever through
each range. Allow time in each range for transmission to engage, then return to Park and apply parking brake fully.
NOTE: If vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speed, in city traffic during hot weather, or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should
be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with 4X4 applications must have the 4X4 shift selector in any position other than neutral.
CAUTION: Your vehicle should not be driven if the fluid level is below the bottom hole on the dipstick and outside temperatures are above 10°C
(50°F).
2. Clean all dirt from transmission dipstick cap.
3. Pull dipstick out of filler tube, wipe clean, and push dipstick back all the way into the filler tube, ensuring it is full seated.
4. Pull dipstick out of tube again and check fluid level as follows:
a. With transmission at operating temperature, 150° F-170° F, fluid level should be within the cross hatched area.
b. With transmission at room temperature, 70° F-95° F, fluid should be between middle and top holes.
5. If it is necessary to add fluid, use only Dexron II or equivalent.
CAUTION: The use of fluid other than that specified could result in transmission malfunction and/or failure.
6. Install dipstick, ensuring it is fully seated in tube.
Adding Fluid
1. The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick. Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used.
2. Add fluid in .25L (1/2 pint) increments through the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick. If an overfill occurs, excess
fluid should be removed.
Overfill can cause the fluid to foam and spill out through the transmission vent resulting in a transmission malfunction.
Undertill can result in transmission loss of engagement or slipping. This condition is most evident in cold weather or when the vehicle is parked or being
driven on a hill.
If the transmission fluid level is checked when the fluid is at room temperature the dipstick could indicate that fluid should be added if the dipstick is
misread. If fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the fluid reaches operating temperatures of 66° C-77°C (150°F-170°F)
(dipstick hot to touch).
