Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2002)
17. Reinstall the small (center) fluid level indicating plug using a 3/16 inch Allen key.
18. Check the operation of the transmission by moving the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the
transmission to engage.
Without Dip Stick
Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
NOTE: If equipped, the transmission servo heat shield needs to be unclipped from the fluid pan rail and positioned out of the way for fluid pan
removal.
If equipped, loosen the nut and position the heat shield out of the way.
2. Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid pan.
3. Drain transmission fluid.
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Disconnect the LH three-way catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor connectors and remove the converter.
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Remove all the transmission fluid pan bolts except for two in the front. Loosen the two front transmission fluid pan screws. Pry the rear of the
transmission fluid pan down and allow fluid to drain. After fluid is drained, remove the front two transmission fluid pan screws.
