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2003 Ford Windstar Base

Section 1498 (Automatic Transmission - 6 Speed): Installation: Transaxle

2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION Transaxle
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOLS REFERENCE

G04681625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS)
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) with appropriate adapters, or equivalent diagnostic tool
G04681626Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Universal Adapter Bracket
014-0001
G04681627Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Engine Lifting Bracket Set
307-1140
G04681628Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Support Bar, Engine
303-290A
G04681629Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Adapters for 303-290A
303-290A-01
G04681630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Adapter for 303-290A (Support Leg)
303-290A-03A
G04681631Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-050 (T70P-6000)
G04681632Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
 Adapter for 303-290A (Lifting Hook)
303-290A-12
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Motorcraft Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-8-QAW WSS-M2C924-A
Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 and/or XL-5 ESB-M1C93-B
Threadlock and Sealer TA-25 WSK-M2G351-A5
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.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.