Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill
Material
1. With the engine running, check the transmission fluid level and condition. If the fluid level and fluid condition is not within specification, adjust to
correct level. For additional information, refer to Preliminary Inspection. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Initial
Inspection and Diagnostic Overview/Initial Inspection/Preliminary Inspection
2. Turn the engine OFF.
3. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
4. Remove the lower retaining clip from the lower transaxle cooler line fitting.
5. Depress the tabs on the plastic insert retainer and remove cooler line from fitting.
6. Attach a flexible hose, approximately 0.9 mm (3.0 ft.) in length, to the fluid cooler tube with the other end in a suitable, 15-quart container.