Transmission oil (automatic transmission)
The dipstick handle is yellow
Automatic transmission
To check the oil level:
Park the car on a level surface and allow the
engine to idle. Slowly move the gear selector
lever through all the gear positions and then
back to P. Wait for two minutes and then
check the oil level. In the diagram above you
can see that the dipstick has a "cold" and a
"hot" side. The oil level should be between
the MIN and MAX marks. Wipe the dipstick
dry with a lint-free cloth.
Top up if necessary via the dipstick tube.
The difference between the MIN and MAX
marks is 1/2 litre. Do not overfill as this might
result in the ejection of oil from the trans-
mission.
Too little oil, on the other hand, can negatively
affect the operation of the transmission, part-
icularly in cold start conditions.
A Cold transmission oil - oil temperature
+40
°
C. This temperature is reached after
the engine has been run at idling speed
in an enclosed workshop or garage. At oil
temperatures below +40
°
C, the oil level
may be below the MIN mark.
B Warm transmission oil - oil temperature
+80
°
C. This temperature is reached after
driving for about 30 minutes. At oil
temperatures above 90
°
C, the oil level
may be above the MAX mark.
Note: The engine should be idling when
the transmission oil level is being checked.
Oil quality: ATF oil which meets both the
Dexron II E and Ford Mercon specifications.
WARNING!
The oil may be extremely hot!
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