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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 370 (MANUAL TRANSMISSION)GENERAL PROCEDURESTRANSAXLE DRAINING AND FILLING

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic

Transaxle Draining and Filling

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Transaxle Draining and Filling

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

Item	Specification
SAE 75W-90 API-GL4 Gear Oil XY-75W90-QGL	WSS-M2C203-A1
Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30	WSE-M4G323-A4

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.

Fig 1: Locating Drain Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and apply sealant on the drain plug.

Install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Drain Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the fill level inspection plug.

Fig 3: Locating Fill Level Inspection Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the transaxle fill plug.

Fig 4: Locating Transaxle Fill Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fill the transmission with gear oil until level with the fill level inspection plug hole.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and apply sealant on the fill plug.

Install the transaxle fill plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 5: Locating Transaxle Fill Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and apply sealant on the fill level inspection plug.

Install the fill level inspection plug.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 6: Locating Fill Level Inspection Plug
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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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.