Blew my mind when i went to look at my brothers focus after he was having a problem with the transmission control module. Ford focus svt questions how do i check transmission fluid in. Get your ford focus motor oil and transmission fluid from autozone. Ford focus manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. Signs that you need focus automatic transmission repair include leaks, slipping gears and burnt transmission fluid. Jan 25, 2007 i dont know much about cars and have a question. Check your owners manual or contact your local dealer to verify. Ford escort ford escort service and repair manual routine maintenance and servicing manual transmission oil level check every 12 000 miles or 12 months 1 with the car on level ground wipe the area around the filler plug, then unscrew the plug using a socket spanner, or on later versions a suitable torx or allen key or socket bit, as. One of the most important areas to check is the transmission fluid. Did alot research on the subject at the time and determined the ford fluid was the best to use. If the transmission fluid return rate is less than 0. Ive been pretty good at having the oil changes and tuneups at the right mileage. Park on a level area and apply the emergency brake. I bought it with 77,000 miles and it now has 112,400.
The performance and longevity of your vehicles automatic transmission can depend on checking the transmission fluid and keeping it at the correct level. Transmission fluid level check ford focus 20082011. I looked all around the engine compartment and i cant find it. Ford focus service manual transmission fluid drain and. How to check the automatic transmission fluid in a 2002. Here is how to check the oil, check the coolant level, check the power steering fluid level, the brake fluid level, and the windshield washer fluid. Drive the truck until it reaches operating temperature approximately 20 miles. Ive owned a manual 2002 ford focus zx5 for 5 years. Motorcraft full synthetic manual transmission fluid for focus zetecsvtst170duratec miscellaneous. What type of transmission fluid does a 2007 ford five hundred. Transmission problem 2000 ford focus automatic 124000 miles i recently had.
Dec 23, 2016 we can not figure out how to check, the transmission fluid, never, 2012 ford focus, yes trying to check fluid to see if answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. What type of transmission fluid does a 2007 ford five hundred sel take. Reconnect any disconnected transmission fluid cooler tubes. Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling system, actual refill. Was looking at the owners manual and it says it can be checked cold, use the 2 holes in dipstick lower than hatch marks on dipstick, when ambient temp is between 50f 95f. Axz plan pricing, including axz plan option pricing, is exclusively for eligible ford motor company employees, friends and family members of eligible employees, and ford motor company eligible partners. Ford synthetic manual trans fluid bob is the oil guy. Focus gearbox oil technical matters back room forum. Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear protection properties. The owners manual will give you the intervals for trans service, make sure to follow the correct schedule for how you drive the vehicle. If your transmission is an automatic, you would check it while the engine is running.
Api gl5, sae 75w90 semisynthetic transmission fluid. I am having a leaking transmission fluid issue on my 2002 ford taurus. After developing a fluid slick on my driveway, i determined that upon starting the car, transmission fluid would occasionally spooge out of the transmission fluid dipstick. With home shipping, your parts are delivered without a lot of extra hassle so you can focus on getting your focus back up to speed. Fill the other jug with fresh fluid, and drop the intake line inside. It is particularly recommended for 19952011 mtx75 and ib5 transmissions, and is also recommended for older transmissions including rear wheel drive that recommend gl3 and gl4 type gear. Jul 04, 2016 i am having a leaking transmission fluid issue on my 2002 ford taurus. I pulled the fill plug on the side of the transmission and fluid started coming out, which according to what ive read online means there is enough fluid. Recommended type of transmission oil for ford focus. How to check the transmission fluid on ford cars it still runs. And we bought a used one when i went to the auto parts store to buy some fluid for it they told me it takes slf grade trannie fluid. Your ford vehicle is certainly in it for the long haul, but just like anything else, it needs a checkup from time to time.
How to check transmission fluid 0004 ford focus youtube. No one around here carries it i will have to go way out of my way to find it. View and download ford svt focus owners manual online. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up. We can not figure out how to check, the transmission fluid. You can browse through the catalog by clicking on the product category tabs above. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in. I have seen a youtube video of a 2002 focus with manual transmission ib5 being drained and serviced. Carid offers the best transmission oils to reduce the friction and prolong its lifetime. Ford escort ford escort service and repair manual routine maintenance and servicing automatic transmission fluid level check every 12 000 miles or 12 months 1 the automatic transmission fluid level must be checked when the engine and transmission are. Low transmission fluid symptoms glen allen ford dealer. Be very careful with adding fluid, do it slowly and keep checking the level as you add. Ford focus transmission fluid capacity engineswork.
Manual transmission fluid ford focus 02 maintenance. Need to know the suitable transmission oil for ford explorer 4. I think the only way to check fluid level is to pull the fill plug out of the side of the transmission. In this video i show and explain where the fill and drain plugs are located, how. Our replacement transmission parts will restore your ford focuss performance and keep fluid where it.
Transmission fluid is an important fluid in your car and needs to be topped up on a regular basis. How do i check transmission fluid in 2003 ford fous svt. The steering column also needs to be replaced since it can be turned 360 degrees. See your ford or lincoln dealer for complete details and qualifications. However, if your transmission is a manual has a clutch pedal, you will need to have the engine turned off for a few minutes to get an accurate indication of the fluid level as viewed through the fill plug hole. Ironically, as steve indicates, ford parts lists a drain. How to check the automatic transmission fluid in a 2002 ford. Mar 28, 2011 the owners manual will give you the intervals for trans service, make sure to follow the correct schedule for how you drive the vehicle. Transmission fluid level check ford focus 20082011 2009. Ford explorer questions transmission oil fluid cargurus. It is very nearly a 10w40 synthetic motor oil but with a very high tbn. Ford transmission fluids, oils, additives automatic, manual. You would fill one so that it would just start to seep out, then it would be full. If you are looking for a safety data sheet sds for either a u.
Mar 07, 2018 20062009 ford fnr5 transmission a 5 speed automatic from mazda, mazda atf mv type m5 uses ford fnr5 atf fluids conform to mazda mv m5 atf 4 synthetic oil mobil 1 shell atf 4 valvoline max life amsoil schaeffers type m5 mv beck. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your focus and how. Motorcraft full synthetic manual transmission fluid is a premiumquality sae 75w90 gear oil recommended by ford motor company meeting warranty requirements. Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks.
Ford focus transmission flush question michigan sportsman. In this video i show and explain where the fill and drain plugs are located, how to correctly change your fluid, what type of fluid. How i filled the transmission with transmission fluid on a 2012 ford focus s. How do i check transmission fluid in 2003 ford fous svt 6speed manual. I recently had my flush to exchange the transmission fluid. This last time i took it to a new service place, they suggested i looked into changing the manual transmission fluid. Dropping the cranked tool into the box during a level check was a not uncommon occurence in the 80s when some of the escort mk3 boxes moved to having the oil level below, rather than at, the level plug to improve shift quality. If the transmission fluid level in your focus is low. Apr 23, 2014 this video is about ford focus manual transmission fluid change. Run the engine until the empty jug is almost full and dump the used fluid into another container. Jun 02, 2008 can any kind of transmission fluid go in a transmission. Motorcraft full synthetic manual transmission fluid for focus. We can not figure out how to check, the transmission fluid, never, 2012 ford focus, yes trying to check fluid to see if answered by a verified ford mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.
A fluid level that is too low or too high can create shifting problems and may cause internal damage to the transmission. Ford specifies it for use in the contour mystique cougar focus mtx75 5 speed manual transaxle. Hi my transmission went out in my 2000 ford focus it is a 5 speed. What type of transmission fluid does a 2006 ford focus take. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 49c60c 120f140f. Place your foot on the brake pedal and move the shift lever though each gear. I found brake fluid and the oil dipstick but i dont know where the trans is. Ford focus transmission problems page 3 car forums at. The 2002 ford focus has a transversemounted, fourcylinder engine that is mated to a fourspeed automatic, overdrive transmission on some models. How to check the automatic transmission fluid in a 2002 ford focus. The engine in your 2006 ford focus should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Can any kind of transmission fluid go in a transmission.
Transmission fluid level check ford focus 20002004. Checking transmission fluid cold ford ranger forum. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your focus and how to check the transmission fluid level. The engine in your 2009 ford focus should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Feb 10, 2006 if your transmission is an automatic, you would check it while the engine is running. Ford focus manual transmission fluid change youtube. Ford escort ford escort service and repair manual routine maintenance and servicing automatic transmission fluid level check every 12 000 miles or 12 months 1 the automatic transmission fluid level must be checked when the engine and transmission are at normal operating temperature. Transmission fluid level check ford focus 20052007 2006.
This video is about ford focus manual transmission fluid change. The transmission slipped out of gear while driving 25 mph. Keep the fresh fluid topped off and the intake line submerged in fluid at all times. In the video, 1a auto shows how to check and fill the transmission fluid. I went to check the transmission fluid on my 07 5 speed 2wd. Getrag transmission fluid flush focus fanatics forum. If you are looking for a specific product, click on product search. I read that these transmissions use atf, but the fluid came out dark grey. Fluid level should be checked frequently via the transmission dipstick tube in the engine compartment. Ford focus service manual transmission fluid exchange. Last i knew, royal purple cataloged their 10w40 synthetic motor oil as their recommended replacement although many contour owners use royal purples manual transmission oil. The car had a rebuilt transmission installed at 86,000 miles and currently has 149,000 miles. My car needs more transmission fluid but i dont know which one and my mechanic told me it needs a specific type of fluid. The engine in your 2000 ford focus should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate.
Welcome to ford customer service divisions motorcraft automotive chemicals and lubricants u. How to check the transmission fluid in a 2000 ford f250 powerstroke diesel. Low transmission fluid symptoms in your ford model. The 2017 ford focus remains one of the worlds most popular nameplates. The 2014 ford focus has 12 problems reported for transmission failure.
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