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Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.3 User Manual

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8. Remove the dipstick and inspect
the fluid level. Level should be in
the cross-hatched area.

9. If necessary, add fluid in 250ml (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct at normal operating temperatures. Refer to
the Lubricant Specifications section in this chapter for the correct fluid
type. The use of any other non-approved fluid may cause internal
transmission damage.

10. Fluid can be checked at ambient
temperatures between 10–30°C
(50–95°F). DO NOT ADD fluid until
the transmission is at normal
operating temperatures or the transmission will be overfilled.

Low fluid level

Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at or below the bottom of
the dipstick.

High fluid level

Fluid levels above the safe range
may cause overheating, shift and/or
engagement concerns and internal
transmission damage. If an overfill
condition occurs, excess fluid should
be removed by a qualified technician.

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