Montego 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2006)
Transmission Fluid Level Setting
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 will cause
transmission damage.
CAUTION: CVT automatic transmission fluid is a unique fluid and has different expansion characteristics compared to other transmission fluids.
Correct fluid level setting must be done with the CVT transmission fluid in the 43°C - 47°C (109°F - 117°F) temperature range. Setting the fluid level
at any other temperature could cause an overfill condition and cause the fluid to leak from the vent and/or cause internal transaxle damage.
NOTE: This procedure is for setting correct fluid level and can also be used to check correct fluid level.
1. Place the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Using the special tool, verify that the transmission fluid temperature is in the fluid level setting range of 43°C - 47°C (109°F - 117°F).
3. Set the parking brake, place the range selector lever in PARK and run the engine at idle for 5 minutes.
4. Once the transmission fluid temperature range is in the 43°C - 47°C (109°F - 117°F) range, place your foot on the brake and move the
transmission selector level through all gear positions placing it in PARK.
5. Remove the fluid level indicator and wipe it with a clean, lint free rag. Place the fluid level indicator back into the fluid level indicator tube.
6. Remove the fluid level indicator and check for correct fluid level. The fluid level should be at the bottom of the top level indicator hole with the
CVT automatic transmission fluid temperature in the 43°C - 47°C (109°F - 117°F) range.