About a month ago I posted about how to check the oil in the transmission when it doesn't have a dipstick and it never was posted. It is in a 03 mountaineer and I was wondering what I did wrong.

 

My 07' Sport Trac does not have a transmission dipstick either. The manual says it can be checked when service is required. What ever that means.....

 

I remember reading that the 03 V8's don't have that dipstick. My 03 V6 does have it. I think I remember reading you have to pull the pan to check, and I don't recall as to how you get the fluid back in. May want to look in Haynes or similar to see what it says. Seem's that the search function is gone from the forums now. If you can find it, this has been addressed before.

 

The transmissions (depending upon whichever you have) come sealed that way from the factory, evidently they arent supposed to need any maint. for like 100,000 miles.
-Chris

 

Diesel Man 03 -

Here's your procedure:

"Using the scan tool (WDS), monitor the transmission fluid temperature (TFT) using PID: TFT.
Start the vehicle.
NOTE: Engine idle speed is approximately 650 rpm.

While proceeding with this procedure, run the engine until the transmission fluid temperature is between 27-49°C (80-120°F).
Move the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.
Place the range selector lever in the PARK position.
With the engine running and the vehicle set as close to level as possible, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-00.
Hold the larger drain plug with a wrench and remove the small (center) fluid level indicating plug.

Install the special tool into the pan.

NOTE: Prior to filling the special tool with clean transmission fluid, make sure that the canister is clean.

Fill the special tool with clean automatic transmission fluid.

Hang the special tool under the vehicle. Position it upright and close to the transmission.

Connect the special tools.
Connect the open end of the fluid hose from the Fluid Transporter/Evacuator/Injector to the Fluid Level and Fill Plug Adapter at the bottom of the transmission fluid pan.

Apply a maximum of 206.85 kPa (30 psi) to the open end of the vacuum/pressure hose from the special tool. Fluid will immediately start flowing out of the special tool into the transmission fluid pan.

Add one pint of transmission fluid into the fluid pan. Stop the process by releasing the air pressure and removing the air nozzle from the end of the hose.
Inspect the fluid level in the special tool. If the fluid drains back into the canister, the transmission is full. If no fluid drains back, more fluid will need to be added. Repeat steps 12 and 13.
Once the transmission is full, place a hand vacuum pump on the open end of the hose of the special tool and apply vacuum to the system. This will pull out any extra fluid trapped in the system and direct it into the container.

Allow the fluid to drain. Make sure that the fluid temperature is between 27-49°C (80-120°F). When the fluid comes out as a thin stream or drip, the fluid is at the correct level.

Reinstall the small (center) fluid level indicating plug using a 3/16-inch Allen key.

Check the operation of the transmission by moving the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage".

This is what happens when Ford buys trannies from France!

Steve

 

to make a long story short, the transmission drian plug looks like a 1 inch plug with an 1/8 inch pipe plug in the middle of it. you pull the center small plug andthere is a stand tube inside. if there is too much oil, it will overflow the tube and come out. if there is not enough fluid, it will not flow out. to drain you plull the big plug. to refuill you need something like a weed sprayer 1 gallon tank with hand pump. you stick the wand in the hole and pump the fluid inside. ---------- like mentioned above, it is supposed to be warmed up when you do the final check. thats easier said than done--- also , dont believe the part about the oil lasting 100,000 miles, thats another FORD dream.

 

Thats why I said " suposed to" last... lol.
-Chris

 

Yes when you check the fluid level the vehicle has to be at normal operating temperature, running at idle, and on a level surface.

Pull the center part of the plug out.. if fluid barely trickles out just put the plug back in and you're good.

If fluid GUSHES out let it run out until it's down to a trickle, then reinstall.

If no fluid comes out you must add fluid up into that hole until it trickles out.

Hope this helps.