Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
7. CAUTION: When plugging the cooler tube fitting, make sure the plug is made of a soft material to prevent damage to the internal seal of the
cooler tube fitting.
Insert a plug into the cooler tube fitting on the transaxle.
8. CAUTION: When the steady stream of transmission fluid stops flowing, the engine must be turned off to prevent damage to the transaxle. Engine
rpm should not exceed curb idle speed while draining the transmission fluid.
Start the engine and run at idle while observing the flexible hose for 40-60 seconds until the steady stream of fluid stops flowing. Turn the engine
off. This step will drain approximately 1.9 - 2.8 liters (2 - 3 quarts) of transmission fluid.
9. Fill the transaxle with 9.5 liters (10 quarts) of clean automatic transmission fluid.
10. CAUTION: When the steady stream of transmission fluid stops flowing, the engine must be turned off to prevent damage to the transaxle. Engine
rpm should not exceed curb idle speed while draining the transmission fluid.
Start the engine and run at idle while observing the flexible hose for 2-3 minutes until the steady stream of fluid stops flowing. Turn the engine off.
This step will drain approximately 9.5 liters (10 quarts).
