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Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill - Automated Equipment
2007 Ford E 450 V8-5.4LSECTION Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill - Automated Equipment
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill - Automated Equipment
Draining
CAUTION: Always refer to the instructions supplied with the flush and fill machine.
1. With the vehicle in PARK, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Use a suitable flush and fill machine to change the fluid.
3. When connecting the flush and fill machine, connect the machine to the fluid cooler tube after the fluid cooler on the cooler return line. This will help remove any foreign material trapped in the fluid coolers.
Refill
1. Once the fluid exchange has been completed, disconnect the flush and fill machine. Reconnect any disconnected fluid cooler tubes.
2. With the engine running and the transmission at normal operating temperature 66 - 77°C (150 - 170°F), check and adjust the transmission fluid level, and check for any leaks.
If fluid is needed, add fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved (fluid should be in the cross-hatched area of the fluid level indicator).
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Material:
Draining
CAUTION: Always refer to the instructions supplied with the flush and fill machine.
1. With the vehicle in PARK, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Use a suitable flush and fill machine to change the fluid.
3. When connecting the flush and fill machine, connect the machine to the fluid cooler tube after the fluid cooler on the cooler return line. This will help remove any foreign material trapped in the fluid coolers.
Refill
1. Once the fluid exchange has been completed, disconnect the flush and fill machine. Reconnect any disconnected fluid cooler tubes.
2. With the engine running and the transmission at normal operating temperature 66 - 77°C (150 - 170°F), check and adjust the transmission fluid level, and check for any leaks.
If fluid is needed, add fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved (fluid should be in the cross-hatched area of the fluid level indicator).
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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.