Escape 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
2. Install the LH halfshaft.
3. Clean and drain plug threads and apply a small amount of thread sealant on the threads, install the drain plug.
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Tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove the fill plug on the side of the transaxle.
5. Fill the transaxle with clean automatic transmission fluid as specified until the level reaches the bottom of the fill plug hole.
6. NOTE: Clean the area around the fill plug for transmission fluid that may have spilled on the transaxle case.
Install the fill plug.
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Tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
7. NOTE: The check and fill plug is located on the left side of the transaxle near the front.
NOTE: The transaxle fluid is checked and filled by removing the plug and adding fluid to the bottom of the fill plug hole.
Start the engine and check for correct forward and reverse operation.
