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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2019EXPLORER XLT, 2.3L ENG VIN H, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6F35 (2 OF 2)GENERAL PROCEDURESTRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK
2019 Ford Explorer XLT, 2.3L Eng VIN H, FWD

Transmission Fluid Level Check

2019 Ford Explorer XLT, 2.3L Eng VIN H, FWDSECTION Transmission Fluid Level Check

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Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-10-QLVC WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,

Check 

Refer to: appropriate procedures in REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

  1. Connect the diagnostic scan tool to the vehicle. Monitor the TFT PID.
  2. With the engine running in PARK on a level surface make sure the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93 deg. C (185-200 deg. F). If necessary, drive the vehicle until the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93 deg. C (185-200 deg. F).
  3. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Raise the vehicle. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview . Engine Undershield
  4. Position drain pan under the transmission oil leveling plug.
  5. Check the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole.

    1. Standard transmission case (M10 plug)
    2. Fuel economy transmission case (M20 plug)

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  6. If the transmission fluid is not even with the oil leveling plug hole:

    1. Partially lower the vehicle.
    2. Remove the transmission vent.
    3. Add clean transmission fluid in increments of 0.25L (0.5 pt) until the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole.

      Material: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-10-QLVC (WSS-M2C938-A) (MERCON® LV,)

    GFD415277Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. With the clamp facing the front of the vehicle, compress the constant tension clamp and install the transmission vent on the fill tube.
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  8. Partially raise the vehicle.
  9. Install the oil leveling plug.

    1. Standard transmission case (M10 plug)

      Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

    2. Fuel economy transmission case (M20 plug)

      Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

    GFD415278Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Refer to Engine Undershield

  10. Lower the vehicle.
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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.