How do i check transmission fluid in 2003 ford fous svt. As you know, the transmissions are sealed, and according to the manual, the trans fluid does not have to be changed. Ive owned a manual 2002 ford focus zx5 for 5 years. The engine in your 2006 ford focus should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Dec 23, 2016 add transmission fluid until the oil runs out of the fill port in a continuous stream. If the oil is mercon v, semi synthetic, you can run it longer. How to change the transmission filter in ford cars it still. I believe the owners manual calls for a mtx fluid change every 30k miles. My ford fusion recommends changing at 30k for special service conditions but 150k for normal use, and theres no way my driving, which includes a daily 15 mile each way commute on a flat, uncrowded highway, could be considered severe service.
Checkadjust the primary chain and change the primary oil every 10,000 miles. Maintenance parts installed at your ford or lincoln mercury dealership carry a nationwide, 12 months, 12,000 mile parts and labor limited warranty. The transmission pan and filter were not removed during this process. The transmission is full when the oil flow from the fill port has slowed to a broken stream or dripping. I know i need to change the brake fluid and power steering but really confused with a transmission fluid flush. If you are looking for a specific product, click on product search. Api gl5, sae 75w90 semisynthetic transmission fluid. Also, transmission shift stiffly while moving around in a parking lot. Reconnect any disconnected transmission fluid cooler tubes. Ford mustang aod transmission oil change car forums at. Check the level and condition of the brake and clutch fluids every 5,000 miles. Ford recommends a transmission fluid flush at 30k miles.
Aug, 2017 2010 ford focus transmission fluid change car girl chronicles. Did alot research on the subject at the time and determined the ford fluid was the best to use. This is one reason why, they say changing transmission fluid when it is already worn out, isnt a good idea. These parts meet or exceed ford motor company s specifications, and we stand behind them. Ford focus maintenance schedule richmond ford dealership. Now tranmssion shifts stiffly from park to drive or park to reverse. Do i need to change transmission fluid on a ford focus. I always change the fluid in my cars and trucks at 40k miles. The worst complaints are jerking into gear, difficulty shifting, pops out. Transmission fluid has detergent additives in it, that wear out eventually. Ford focus transmission flush question michigan sportsman.
This last time i took it to a new service place, they suggested i looked into changing the manual transmission fluid. Weather and the minute part of metal in the transmission determines when to change the fluid. Transmission fluid change interval ford taurus forum. Page 211 maintenance and specifications fluid ford part application capacity name transaxle fluid motorcraft full 5speed manual 2. Welcome to ford customer service divisions motorcraft automotive chemicals and lubricants u.
What frequency to change automatic transmission fluid. View the ford maintenance schedule for your vehicle to know when to get an oil change, your next vehicle checkup, inspect your brakes, check or rotate your tires and more. The changing of transmission fluid depends on a few factors. Motorcraft full synthetic manual transmission fluid for focus. Inspect and adjust the final drive belt and inspect the sprockets every 5,000 miles. Fully synthetic transmission fluid recommended for most passenger car conventional manual and dry clutch transmissions where api gl 4 lubricants are required. I just recently got a oil changed at ford dealership.
If you drive in a hot climate then it is advisable to change fluid and filter every 50000 miles. Motorcraft full synthetic manual transmission fluid for focus zetecsvtst170duratec miscellaneous. The consumers vehicle has been in the shop for over a month. I had an oil change the other day and the mechanic said he checked the fluid via the drain plug, and that it was dark. Transmission fluid level check ford focus 20052007 2006. Ford and lincoln mercury dealerships stock ford and motorcraft branded replacement parts. Transmission fluid change interval post by jj wed oct 03, 2007 4. If you have a 6 speed tranny in your ford 6r60 or 6r80 i have it flushed after every other fluid change. Remove all of the bolts for the transmission fluid pan except the three in the front of the pan near the drivers side. If i were to want to change over to some quality synthetic lube redline d6 atf, anybody have an idea what quantity of fluid i would need.
Manual transmission fluid ford focus 02 maintenance. Place a sixquart drain pan directly under the transmission. Once the transmission fluid exchange is completed, disconnect the atf fluid exchanger wpower steering fluid exchanger. My truck is still at the shop so i dont have the manual in front of me i talked to them on the phone but i am sure there was nothing in there about changing transmission fluid until. At what mileage should i have my transmission fluid flushed 5 answers. Remember to have your oil changed every 7,500 miles from here on out. Look up your ford vehicle maintenance schedule official. Suitable in most manual transmissions where an automatic transmission fluid is recommended.
Engine coolant change interval 6 years or 105,000 miles change coolant whichever comes first. Aug 25, 20 in this video i will show how to change ford focus manual mtx75 transmission fluid. I bought american vehicles to support american companies and american workers. Ford protect premium maintenance plan pmp ford motor.
Btw, the wife has a 2005 zx5 and she loves her car. Add transmission fluid until the oil runs out of the fill port in a continuous stream. Page 1 table of contents page 2 page 3 page 4 introduction page 5 page 6 page 7 page 8 vehicle symbol glossary page 9 page 10 instrument cluster page 11 page 12 page page 14 gauges page 15 page 16 entertainment systems page 17 page 18 page 19 page 20 amfm stereo with indash six cd. They were purchased on the same day as certified ford used vehicles. Check on the ford focus fanatics forums for more info on your car. Ive been pretty good at having the oil changes and tuneups at the right mileage. This is one reason why, they say changing transmission fluid when it.
Their advice was to flush out the transmission fluid and power steering and brake fluids. How to change the transmission filter on a 2003 ford focus. Remember to also change the oil in the torque converter and filter in the transmission. If it doesnt, id do it anyway at that time interval. At what mileage should i have my transmission fluid flushed. If non synthetic transmission oil, look and sniff the transmission dip stick at around 30,000 intervals. A manual trans has no internal clutch material or steals like an automatic. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 49c60c 120f140f. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your focus and how to check the transmission fluid level. Ford protect premium maintenance plan pmp its more than just an oil change premium maintenance from ford protect not only covers your routine oil changes, it covers multipoint inspections, as well as preventive care and replacement of normal wear and tear items that require periodic attention. Change manual transmission fluid at 150k ford focus st. Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear protection properties. View and download ford focus 2005 owners manual online.
Manual transmission fluids products castrol australia. Yes, i know our ffes dont actually have a transmission, its more a simple single speed differential gear set, and its lubed with ford mercon lv atf fluid. Ford escape transmission fluid change removal and fill. Ford focus manual transmission fluid change cost estimate.
Transmission fluid change ford focus 5 speed youtube. Jun 25, 2009 the changing of transmission fluid depends on a few factors. Ford protect premium maintenance plan pmp ford motor company. The 2005 ford focus has 15 problems reported for difficulty shifting into gear. My ford fusion recommends changing at 30k for special service conditions but 150k for normal use, and theres no way my driving, which includes a daily 15 mile each way commute on a flat, uncrowded highway, could be considered severe.
Ive seen different opinions expressed on this site, and i dont know if im starting a flame war by asking, but does anyone have the definitive anwer on the best transmission fluid change interval for the six speed. You can browse through the catalog by clicking on the product category tabs above. May 28, 2014 mercon v is the incorrect transmission fluid for a 2008 ford focus. Ive seen several recommendations here to change automatic transmission fluid as often as 30k, no matter what the manufacturer recommends. Raise the car with the floor jack and support it on jack stands. So in this video i am going to change the transmission fluid in a 2005 ford escape with the 3. When and how to check fluid level engine should be running. Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength. Refine your search for ford focus manual transmission.
Check the tightness and torque of spokes if equipped after first 5,000 miles, then every 15,000 miles. Mercon v is the incorrect transmission fluid for a 2008 ford focus. If you are looking for a safety data sheet sds for either a u. I bought it with 77,000 miles and it now has 112,400. Auto transmission fluid changeflush required at 30k miles. At approximately 43,000 miles i had to take my focus to get the transmission repaired. In this video i will show how to change ford focus manual mtx75 transmission fluid.
Aug 11, 2008 have 2005 ford escape xlt v6 automatic. Learn more about scheduling maintenance for your ford here. It is approved for use where ford wssm2c200d2 is specified. This service interval is important because it marks one of the most common and crucial services that your vehicle will need. Similar threads transmission change interval changing the transmission fluid atf ws msf44, dec 5, 2019, in forum. Jan 25, 2007 i have a 2004 ford focus with 50,000 miles. Motorcraftr dual clutch transmission fluid xt11qdc wssm2c200d2. When the car shudders on a slight acceleration up a slight grade, change it. I am an owner of two ford vehicles a 2002 ford focus and a 2002 ford explorer. Keeping an eye out on your vehicles odometer can help you stay on track of the upcoming services that can help your ford focus perform at its best. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements.