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2003 Ford Windstar Base
General Specifications
2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION General Specifications
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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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. Refer to the owner/schedule maintenance publication to determine the correct service interval for the specific vehicle.
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CAUTION:
Do not use water-based cleaners to clean or flush the cooler tubes or transmission damage will occur. Mineral spirits can be used to clean the cooler tubes, providing the cooler tubes are flushed with clean automatic transmission fluid and blown dry with shop air. Use only clean automatic transmission fluid designated for the transmission and torque converter being serviced.
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| Motorcraft Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-8-QAW (US); CXT-8-LAW12 (Canada) | WSS-M2C924-A |
| Fluid Capacities | |
| All | 7.0L (7.4 quarts) |
| Fluid Filter | |
| Internal to the transmission | - |
| Lubricants | |
| Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 and/or XL-5 | ESB-M1C93-B |
| Automatic Transmission/Power Steering Dye 164-R3701 or equivalent | - |
| Sealers | |
| Ultra Silicone Sealant TA-29 | - |
| Threadlock | |
| Threadlock and Sealer TA-25 | WSK-M2G351-A5 |
| Torque Converter End Play | |
| New or rebuilt | 0.355-1.04 mm (0.014-0.041 in) |
| Used | 0.355-1.87 mm (0.014-0.074 in) |
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
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.