Explorer AWD V8-4.6L (2010)
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Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
18. Check the operation of the transmission by moving the selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the
transmission to engage.
Transmission Fluid Exchange
Transmission Fluid Exchange
NOTICE: Use 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.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.
2. Use the Heavy-Duty Transmission and Power Steering Fluid X-Changer to change the fluid.
3. Connect the Heavy-Duty Transmission and Power Steering Fluid X-Changer to the transmission fluid cooler tube after the transmission fluid
cooler on the return tube. This will help remove any foreign material trapped in the transmission fluid coolers.
4. NOTE: Using the scan tool monitor the TFT PID, make sure the Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) is above 65°C (150°F).
Perform the transmission fluid exchange using the Heavy-Duty Transmission and Power Steering Fluid X-Changer. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions included with the machine.
5. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the TFT has cooled to a temperature between 27-49°C (80-120°F). Check
and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks.
6. Hold the larger transmission fluid drain plug with a wrench and remove the small transmission fluid level indicator plug (short hex).
