F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
8. Position the (A) gasket onto the cleaned fluid pan. Make sure the (B) magnet is positioned over the dimple in the fluid pan.
NOTE: Apply a light coat of petroleum jelly to hold the gasket to the fluid pan.
9. Install the fluid pan.
(1) Position the fluid pan.
(2) Install the bolts.
10. Connect the digital transmission range (DTR) sensor harness connector.
11. Lower the vehicle.
NOTE: If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch.
12. Refill the transmission.
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Add 6.2 liters (6.5 quarts) of MERCON or MERCON V or equivalent transmission fluid to the transmission through the fluid filler tube.
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Start the engine. Move the transmission range selector lever through all the gear ranges, checking for engagements.
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Check and adjust the transmission fluid, in 0.2-liter (0.5-pint) increments, to the proper level (cross-hatched area of the fluid level indicator) at
normal operating temperature.
CAUTION: Use only Motorcraft MERCON or MERCON V Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent meeting FORD specification. The use
of any other fluids can result in the transmission failing to operate in a normal manner or failure.
