Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Draining and Filling

Material

Item Specification
DEXRON III (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX DEXRON III

1. Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission.

  • Position a suitable drain pan under the transmission.

Transmission Draining and Filling

2. Clean and install the drain plug.

3. NOTE: Before removing, clean the area around the filler plug.

Remove the filler plug.

Transmission Draining and Filling

4. Using a suitable oil suction gun, fill the transmission to the correct level with the specified fluid.

  • Transmission capacity is 3.9 liters (4.1 quarts).

Transmission Draining and Filling

5. Install the filler plug.

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