automatic transmission FORD MUSTANG 2004 4.G Owner's Manual

Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed.
To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle
until it is at normal operating temperature
(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.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on
the brake pedal, start the engine and move the
gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow
sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the
engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean,
dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer toIdentifying
components in the engine compartmentin this
chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in
the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level.
The fluid should be in the designated area for
normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the
vehicle if the fluid level
is at the bottom of the
dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10°C
(50°F).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal
operating temperature 66°C-77°C (150°F-170°F) on
a level surface. The normal operating temperature
can be reached after approximately 30 km (20 miles)
of
driving.
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You can check the fluid without driving if the
ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However,
if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition
could result when the vehicle reaches normal
operating temperature.
The transmission fluid
should be in this range
if at normal operating
temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]).
The transmission fluid
should be in this range
if at ambient
temperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the
safe range may result
in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible
damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating
condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type
is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated
on the dipstick and also in theLubricant
specificationssection in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission
fluid may cause internal transmission
component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml (1/2 pint)
increments through the filler tube until the level is
correct.
If an overfill occurs,
excess fluid should be
removed by a qualified
technician.
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine
coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant
(yellow-
colored)OHV V6
engine11.2L
(11.8 quarts)
4.6L SOHC
V8 engine13.3L
(14.1 quarts)
4.6L 4v V8
(Mach 1)
with
Automatic
Transmission15.2L
(16.1 quarts)
4.6L 4v V8
(Mach 1)
with Manual
Transmission15.2L
(16.1 quarts)
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FOHV V6
engineKeep in
FULL HOT
range on
dipstick
4.6L SOHC
V8/4.6L 4v V8
(Mach 1)
engineFill to
between MIN
and MAX
lines on
reservoir
Rear axle
lubricant
2Motorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant7 .5 inch axle 1.5L
(3.25 pints)
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
Lubricant8.8 inch axle 2.0L
(4.25 pints)
Fuel tank N/A All 59.4L
(15.7 gallons)
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Transmission
fluid
(4R70/75
E-W)
3
Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT FAutomatic
with OHV V6
engine13.1L
(13.9 quarts)
4
Automatic
with 4.6L
SOHC
V8/4.6L 4v V8
(Mach 1)
engine12.0L
(12.8 quarts)
4
Motorcraft
MERCON
AT FManual with
OHV V6
engine2.6L
(5.6 pints)5
Motorcraft
MERCON
AT FManual with
4.6L SOHC
V8/4.6L 4v V8
(Mach 1)
engine3.7L
(7.8 pints)5
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 3.8L
(4.0 quarts)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your
vehicle.
2Rear axle lubricants do not need to be checked or
changed unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the axle assembly has been submerged
in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any
time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Fill
6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below
bottom of fill hole. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive
Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford
specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok axles.
3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is
used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated
on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON
and MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your
scheduled maintenance guide to determine the
correct service interval.
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor Oil
(US)
Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor Oil
(Canada)XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20
–LSP12
(Canada)
WSS-M2C153-H
with API
Certification
Mark
Lock
cylindersPenetrating
and Lock
LubricantMotorcraft
XL-1none
Power
steering fluid
and
convertible
top fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCON
AT FXT-2-QMMERCON
Rear Axle
LubricantMotorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QLWSP-M2C197-A
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
Lubricant
1
XY-75W140-QLWSP-M2C192-A
Automatic
transmission
fluid
(4R70/75
E-W)Motorcraft
MERCONV
AT F
2
XT-5-QMMERCONV
OHV V6
engine -
Manual
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FXT-2-QDXMERCON
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
4.6L - Manual
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCON
AT FXT-2–QM
MERCON
Disc brake
caliper railsMotorcraft
Silicone
Brake Caliper
Grease and
Dielectric
CompoundXG-3ESE-M1C171-A
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–AWSB-M8B16
–A2
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier
XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok
axles.
Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant
that does not require changing unless the axle has
been submerged in water.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is
used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated
on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON
and MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your
scheduled maintenance guide to determine the
correct service interval.
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Transmission/Transaxle code designations
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the
vehicle certification label which is located on the
door pillar. The following table tells you which
transmission or transaxle each code represents.
Truck application:
Code Transmission Description
Manual transmission
M Manual 5–speed overdrive (Mazda R2)
C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)
W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF)
G Manual 6–speed ZF
Automatic transmission
U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
T Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R44E)
E Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R100)
J Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55E)
Electric
H One speed electric
D Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E)
R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S)
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Passenger car application:
Code Transmission/Transaxle
Description
Front wheel drive manual transaxle
R5–speed overdrive (MTX75)
W5–speed overdrive (M5)
Front wheel drive automatic
transaxle
E4–speed overdrive (4FE)
J3–speed (Mazda)
L4–speed overdrive (AX4S)
P4–speed overdrive (4F20E)
X4–speed overdrive (4F50N)
Y4–speed overdrive (CD4E)
Rear wheel drive manual transaxle
55–speed (Mazda M5)
Rear wheel drive automatic
transmission
U4–speed overdrive (4R70W)
A5–speed overdrive (5R55N)
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A
Air bag supplemental
restraint system .. 79–80
and child safety
seats ......................... 81
description .............. 80
disposal .................... 84
driver air bag .......... 82
indicator light ......... 83
operation ................. 82
passenger air bag ... 82
Air cleaner filter ..... 215
Antifreeze (see
Engine coolant) ...... 174
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .... 104–105
Audio system
(see Radio) .... 18, 20, 25
Automatic
transmission ............ 108
driving an automatic
overdrive ............... 111
fluid, adding .......... 196
fluid, checking ...... 196
fluid, refill
capacities ............... 215
fluid,
specification .......... 221
Auxiliary power
point ........................... 45
Axle
lubricant
specifications. 218, 221
refill capacities ...... 215
traction lok ............ 108
B
Battery ..................... 171acid, treating
emergencies .......... 171
jumping a disabled
battery ................... 136
maintenance-free .. 171
replacement,
specifications ........ 215
servicing ................ 171
BeltMinder ................. 74
Brakes .............. 104–105
anti-lock ......... 104–105
anti-lock brake
system (ABS)
warning light ......... 104
fluid, checking and
adding .................... 196
fluid, refill
capacities ............... 215
fluid,
specifications. 218, 221
lubricant
specifications 218, 221
parking .................. 106
shift interlock ........ 108
Bulbs .......................... 38
C
Capacities for
refilling fluids .......... 215
Cargo net ................... 44
Cassette tape
player ................... 18, 25
CD-single premium ... 20
Cell phone use .......... 49
Child safety
restraints ................... 85
child safety belts .... 85
Child safety seats ...... 88
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attaching with
tether straps ........... 93
in front seat ............ 90
in rear seat .............. 90
Cleaning your vehicle
engine
compartment ......... 155
instrument panel .. 157
interior ................... 158
plastic parts .......... 156
safety belts ............ 158
washing .................. 153
waxing ................... 153
wheels .................... 154
wiper blades .......... 157
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash ........... 30
MACH MP3 ............. 23
Clutch
adjusting ................ 196
operation while
driving ................... 114
recommended
shift speeds ........... 115
Console ...................... 49
Controls
power seat ............... 65
Convertible ................ 50
cleaning ................. 157
installation of the
boot .......................... 51
lowering the
convertible top ........ 50
raising the
convertible top ........ 52
Coolant
checking and
adding .................... 174
refill
capacities ....... 180, 215specifications. 218, 221
Cruise control (see
Speed control) .......... 46
Customer
Assistance ................ 122
Ford accessories
for your vehicle .... 159
Ford Extended
Service Plan .......... 144
Getting assistance
outside the U.S.
and Canada ........... 149
Getting roadside
assistance .............. 122
Getting the
service you need .. 142
Ordering additional
owner’s literature . 150
The Dispute
Settlement Board . 145
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ................. 149
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) .............. 35
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid . 196
engine oil ............... 167
Doors
lubricant
specifications ........ 218
Driving under
special conditions ... 113
through water ....... 116
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