Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
5. Install the transmission fluid pan.
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Tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
Transmission Fluid Refill
CAUTION: This procedure contains the air purge steps required to purge air from the transmission fluid cooling system. This procedure is
NOT intended for use with the Transmission Fluid Level Check.
CAUTION: The vehicle should not be driven if the transmission fluid level is low as internal failure could result.
CAUTION: The transmission fluid fill plug is located near the exhaust system. The exhaust will be extremely hot during this procedure.
CAUTION: The use of any other transmission fluid than specified, can result in the transmission failing to operate in a normal manner or
transmission failure.
NOTE: If the transmission starts to slip, shifts slowly or shows signs of transmission fluid leaking, the transmission fluid level should be checked.
NOTE: Here is an overview of the Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill procedure.
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Adding 3.3L (3.5 qt) of clean transmission fluid to the transmission is an initial fill enabling you to start the engine.
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The cold transmission fluid level range shown in the procedure allows the vehicle to be driven.
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The vehicle should be driven to allow the transmission fluid temperature to reach 85° C-88° C (185° F-190° F) in order to purge the air from the
transmission fluid cooling system.
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Fill the transmission fluid to the full range on the transmission fluid level indicator at the normal operating range 80° C-85° C (175° F-185° F).
1. NOTE: The transmission will need 3.3L (3.5 qt) of clean transmission fluid added to the transmission as an initial fill if:
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the transmission has been overhauled.
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a new mechatronic assembly has been installed.
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the transmission fluid pan or transmission fluid filter have been removed.
Using the special tool, add 3.3L (3.5 qt) of clean transmission fluid to the transmission through the transmission fluid fill hole.
2. Check the transmission fluid level cold.
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The vehicle is safe to drive if the transmission fluid is in the cold level range 32° C-43° C (90° F-110° F).
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With the engine running, use the scan tool to monitor transmission fluid temperature and engine speed. Place the transmission selector lever in
each gear position and hold approximately 5 seconds. Place the transmission selector lever in PARK, with the engine at idle (600-750 rpm).
3. Separate the transmission fluid level indicator from the transmission fluid fill plug.
