Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
3. Remove the transmission fluid pan and allow the transmission fluid to drain.
4. NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket can be reused if not damaged.
Install a new transmission fluid pan gasket, if required.
5. Install the transmission fluid pan and tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern.
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Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Transmission Fluid Refill
NOTICE: 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.
NOTICE: The vehicle should not be driven if the transmission fluid level is low as internal failure could result.
NOTICE: The transmission fluid fill plug is located near the exhaust system. The exhaust will be extremely hot during this procedure.
NOTICE: 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 transmission fluid to the transmission is an initial fill enabling you to start the engine.
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The cold 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 fill 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 transmission fluid added to the transmission as an initial fill if:
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the transmission has been overhauled.
