Transaxle Draining and Filling

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

Item Specification
SAE 75W-90 Premium Gear Oil XY-75W90-QGL WSS-M2C203-A1
Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug
G04682097Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
    • Position a drain pan under the transaxle.
  3. Install a new washer and the drain plug.
    • Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).
  4. NOTE: Prior to removal, clean the area of the fill plug.
  5. Remove the fill plug.
  6. NOTE: Do not overfill the transaxle. This will cause transaxle fluid to be forced out of the case.
RENDER: 1.0x

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