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Old Oct 5, 2023 | 03:40 PM
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Automatic transmission fluid

I have a 1988 ford f150 custom with the 4.9 liter engine and I was wondering how much atf fluid I need to fill it up fully?
 
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A little over three quarts, Don't use Mercon LV

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What transmission is in the truck?
 
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What transmission is in the truck?
I was reading another thread on a M5OD and I screwed up thinking it was his. Thanks for having the forums back rla.
 
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