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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN AWD L4-2.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINMANUAL TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURES
2009 Mercury Milan AWD L4-2.3L
Procedures
2009 Mercury Milan AWD L4-2.3LSECTION Procedures
Manual Transaxle
Transaxle Draining and Filling
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. NOTE: Position a drain pan under the transaxle.
Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
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.
Remove the fill plug.
5. NOTE: Do not overfill the transaxle. This will cause transaxle fluid to be forced out of the case.
Fill the transaxle with the recommended fluid.
6. Install a new washer and fill plug.
- Tighten to 49 Nm (36 lb-ft).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.