FORD 2000 Focus - Manual (Page 200)

Maintenance and care
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TRANSAXLE FLUID
Checking automatic transaxle
fluid
Refer to your "Scheduled
Maintenance Guide" for scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and
changes. Your transaxle does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid
level should be checked if the
transaxle is not working properly,
i. e., if the transaxle slips or shifts
slowly or if you notice some sign of
fluid leakage.
Automatic transaxle fluid expands
when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the
vehicle until it is warmed up
(approximately 30 km [20 miles]).
If your vehicle has been operated
for an extended period at high
speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the
vehicle should be turned off for
about 30 minutes to allow fluid to
cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km
(20 miles) or until it reaches
normal operating temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level
surface and engage the parking
brake.