F 150 2WD Pickup V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1998)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
TRANSMISSION DRAIN AND REFILL
1. Normal maintenance requires periodic automatic transmission fluid changes. If a major service, such as a clutch, band, bearing, etc., is required,
the automatic transmission fluid will also have to be removed for service. At this time, the torque converter, transmission cooler, cooler inlet tube
and cooler tube must be thoroughly flushed to remove any dirt. When used under continuous or severe conditions, the transmission and torque
converter should be drained and refilled with fluid as specified.
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Normal Maintenance:
Change fluid at 48,279 km (30,000 miles).
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Severe Duty/Major Overhaul:
Change fluid at 33,795 km (21,000 miles).
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When filling a dry transmission and torque converter; refer to Specifications for capacity. Check the fluid level.
Refer to the vehicle certification label affixed to the LH front door lock face panel or door pillar for the transmission code.
CAUTION: Use of a fluid other than specified could result in transmission malfunction and/or failure.
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid pan.
3. Drain transmission fluid.
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Loosen the transmission fluid pan bolts and allow fluid to drain. After fluid is drained remove the bolts.
4. Remove the (A) transmission fluid pan and (B) transmission fluid pan gasket.
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Replace transmission fluid pan gasket as necessary.
5. Remove torque converter housing plug.
