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Transmission Fluid Pan: Installation

NOTE: Do not use more than the specified amount of sealer on the pan or internal transaxle damage could occur.
  1. Apply a bead 1.5 mm (0.06 in) thick of sealer to the transmission fluid pan.
    Fig 1: Identifying Area Applying Sealer To Transmission Fluid Pan
    G04652699Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the transaxle fluid pan.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Locating Transaxle Fluid Pan Bolts
      G04652700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Fill the transaxle with clean automatic transmission fluid.