Transaxle Filler Tube: Removal

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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  1. Remove the transaxle vent hose from the transaxle filler tube.
    Fig 1: Locating Transaxle Vent Hose
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    Vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine 

  2. Disconnect the wiring harness retainer from the transmission fluid filler tube.
    Fig 2: Locating Wiring Harness Retainer
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    All vehicles 

  3. Remove the transaxle filler tube nut.
    • To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
    Fig 3: Locating Transmission Filler Tube Nut
    G06278296Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Pull and rotate the transaxle filler tube clockwise and remove the transaxle filler tube.
Fig 4: Rotating Transmission Filler Tube Clockwise
G06278297Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
RENDER: 1.0x

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