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Ford Expedition EL SSV Transmission Fluid
Factory manual transmission fluid type & capacity for the Ford Expedition EL SSV. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.
Last updated: 2026-05-12 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
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2016-2017 Ford Expedition EL SSV ATF: 13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV..
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-2017 | 2016-2017 | 13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV. |
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2016-2017 Ford Expedition EL SSV ATF: 13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV..
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2016-2017
2016-2017Automatic Transmission Fluid13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range.
Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV.
Notes
- →Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV.
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Spec Snapshot
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- 13.10 QTS. (12.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV Note: Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. Use only Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV.
Fluid transfer pump
Helpful for sealed transmissions with bottom-fill service.
Prevents under-fill and spill-heavy refills.
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Complete service kit where pan filters are replaceable.
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Helpful for sealed transmissions and bottom-fill service.
A pump keeps refill clean and reduces the chance of under-fill.
Check Price and FitmentShop towels and pan gasket supplies
Keep the service area clean and the pan sealed.
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Transmission Fluid
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Fluid Transfer Pump
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Transmission Filter
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Drain Plug Washer
Prevents seepage after a drain-and-fill service.
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Shop Towels
Cleanup gear for ATF spills and pan work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
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Written by AllOEMManuals Editorial Team. Reviewed by ASE-certified technicians and updated with factory-reference checks for fitment-sensitive steps.
This guide was drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by a human editor.
Last updated: 2026-05-12