Five Hundred AWD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
CVT Fluid Level Indictor With Crosshatch Marks
High Fluid Level (CVT)
A fluid level that is too high may cause the fluid to become aerated due to the churning action of the rotating internal parts. This will cause foaming,
loss of fluid from the vent tube, fluid level indicator tube and possible transaxle malfunction and/or damage. If an overfill reading is indicated, loosen
the fluid drain plug and allow a small amount of fluid to drain.
Low Fluid Level (CVT)
A low fluid level could result in poor transaxle engagement, slipping of the chain, malfunction and damage to the transaxle variators. This could also
indicate a leak in one of the transaxle seals or gaskets.
Adding Fluid (CVT)
CAUTION: The use of any other type of transmission fluid than specified will result in transaxle malfunction and/or damage.
If fluid needs to be added, add fluid in 0.25L (1/2 pint) increments through the fluid fill plug located on the top of the transaxle near the fluid level
indicator. Do not overfill the fluid. For fluid type, refer to the specification chart.
Fluid Condition Check (CVT)
1. Check the fluid level.
2. Observe the color and the odor. The color under normal circumstances should be green or dark green not brown or black.
3. Hold the fluid level indicator over a white facial tissue and allow the fluid to drip onto the facial tissue and examine the stain.
4. If evidence of solid material is found, the transmission fluid pan should be removed for further inspection.
5. If fluid contamination or transaxle failure is confirmed by the sediment in the bottom of the fluid pan, the transaxle must be disassembled and
completely cleaned or installed new. This includes the cooler tubes.
6. If the transaxle is to be overhauled or if installing a new transaxle, install a new transmission fluid cooler.
Transmission Fluid Cooler
Transmission Fluid Cooler
Material
CAUTION: MERCON, MERCON V, MERCON SP, Motorcraft Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid and Motorcraft Continuously Variable
Chain Type Transmission Fluid are not interchangeable transmission fluids. The use of any fluid other than what is recommended for this transmission
will cause transmission damage.
CAUTION: The transmission fluid used for the continuously variable transaxle (CVT) is unique. When using any type of flushing equipment to flush
the fluid cooler tubes on this transaxle, the machine must be fully cleaned of any solvent or residual transmission fluid not matching the type used on
this transaxle. The smallest amount of the wrong transmission fluid or solvents will contaminate and damage this transaxle.
CAUTION: The transmission fluid used for the CVT transaxle is unique. Do not use water-based cleaners to clean or flush the cooler tubes or
