F 250 4WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1999)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
4R100
NOTE: MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid is being replaced by MERCON V as a service fluid.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
3. Remove the drain plug to allow the fluid to drain.
4. CAUTION: When replacing the transmission fluid and filter and seal assembly, the torque converter should be drained. The
transmission cooler, cooler lines, and cooler bypass valve must be thoroughly flushed to remove any contamination.
NOTE: Do not discard the gasket unless damaged. This is a reusable gasket.
Remove the transmission fluid pan and gasket.
1
Loosen, but do not remove the bolts.
2
Remove the front and side bolts.
3
Lower the front of the fluid pan and allow the fluid to drain.
4
Remove the remaining fluid pan bolts and the fluid pan.
