2024 FORD E SERIES check transmission fluid

Automatic Transmission FluidFilter
Your automatic transmission has aserviceable transmission fluid filter insidethe transmission bottom pan. For serviceintervals for the automatic transmissionfluid and transmission filter, SeeScheduled Maintenance (page 249).
For transmission filter maintenance, seeyour authorized dealer.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNING: Do not use any fluidother than the recommended brake fluidas this will reduce brake efficiency. Useof incorrect fluid could result in the lossof vehicle control, serious personal injuryor death.
WARNING: Only use brake fluidfrom a sealed container. Contaminationwith dirt, water, petroleum products orother materials may result in brakesystem damage or failure. Failure toadhere to this warning could result in theloss of vehicle control, serious personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluidto touch your skin or eyes. If thishappens, rinse the affected areasimmediately with plenty of water andcontact your physician.
WARNING: The brake systemcould be affected if the brake fluid levelis below the MIN mark or above the MAXmark on the brake fluid reservoir.
1.Park your vehicle on a level surface.
2.Look at the brake fluid reservoir to seewhere the brake fluid level is relativeto the MIN and the MAX marks on thereservoir.
Note:If the brake fluid level is between theMIN and the MAX marks on the reservoir, itis acceptable.
Note:If the brake fluid level is below theMIN mark or above the MAX mark, haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note:To avoid fluid contamination, thereservoir cap must remain in place and fullytight, unless you are adding fluid.
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Multi-point inspection
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Note:Do not exceed the mileage or time intervals.
Maintenance
Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.1
Every7,500 mi(12,000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear,looseness or drag.
Perform a multi-point inspection.
Change the engine oil and filter.Every10,000 mi(16,000 km)/12 monthsor 700enginehours,whichevercomes first
1 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................73About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes.............................................................99ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................100Accessories....................................................244AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation..............................................8ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............107Adjusting the Headlamps..........................176Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................48Airbag Disposal................................................41Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................73Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification...............................................232Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............165Appendices....................................................270At a Glance........................................................18Audible Warnings and Indicators.............63Audio System................................................239General Information.........................................239Audio Unit.......................................................239Autolamps........................................................52Automatic Crash Shutoff...........................143Automatic Crash ShutoffPrecautions......................................................143Re-Enabling Your Vehicle................................143What Is Automatic Crash Shutoff................143Automatic High Beam Control..................54Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators........................................................54Automatic Transmission.............................95Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacityand Specification......................................233Automatic Transmission FluidCheck..............................................................170Auxiliary Power Points..................................79Auxiliary Switches.......................................245
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................173Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............161Booster Seats..................................................26Brake Fluid Check..........................................172Brake Fluid Specification..........................234Brakes................................................................99General Information...........................................99Breaking-In......................................................137Bulb Specification Chart...........................228
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Canceling the Set Speed...........................107Capacities and Specifications................226Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................183Catalytic Converter........................................92Changing a Bulb............................................179Changing a Fuse...........................................159Changing a Road Wheel............................218Changing the 12V Battery...........................173Changing the Engine Air Filter.................165Changing the Wiper Blades......................178Checking the Wiper Blades.......................178Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................34Child Restraint Positioning.........................28Child Safety......................................................20General Information............................................20Cleaning Leather Seats..............................186Cleaning Products........................................182Cleaning the Engine....................................184Cleaning the Exterior...................................183Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.........................186Cleaning the Interior....................................185Cleaning the Wheels...................................187Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................185Climate Control...............................................73Connected Vehicle......................................238Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting............................................238
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Gauges...............................................................58GearboxSee: Transmission................................................95General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................42General Maintenance Information.......249Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada...........................................................147Getting the Services You Need...............144
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................100Hazard Flashers............................................139Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps......................176Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp...........................179HeadrestSee: Head Restraints...........................................76Head Restraints..............................................76HeatingSee: Climate Control...........................................73Hill Start Assist...............................................101Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate............................................................74Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................100Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............161Horn....................................................................49Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacityand Specification......................................236
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Ignition Switch.................................................81In California (U.S. Only).............................145Information Display Control......................49Information Displays....................................64General Information...........................................64Information Messages.................................68Installing Child Restraints...........................22Instrument Cluster........................................58Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................52
Instrument Panel............................................18Interior Mirror....................................................57Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................139
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Keys and Remote Controls.........................42
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Lane Keeping System..................................115Lighting Control...............................................51Lighting...............................................................51General Information.............................................51Load Carrying.................................................122Load Limit........................................................122Locking and Unlocking.................................45Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................218
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Maintenance...................................................161General Information...........................................161Manual Climate Control...............................73Manual Seats....................................................77Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................64MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................56Mobile CommunicationsEquipment......................................................10Motorcraft Parts - 7.3L................................227
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........252
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................164Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................163Opening and Closing the Hood................161
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Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off.....................................................54Switching Cruise Control On andOff...................................................................106Symbols Glossary............................................11Symbols Used on Your Vehicle...................11
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............226The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................146Tire Care............................................................191Tire Pressure Monitoring System............213TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................190Towing a Trailer..............................................127Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels...........................................................135Towing...............................................................127Traction Control............................................102Principle of Operation.......................................102Transmission...................................................95Transporting the Vehicle...........................140
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Under Hood Overview................................162USB Port..........................................................243Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................107Using Snow Chains......................................212Using Stability Control...............................104Using Traction Control................................102Using Voice Recognition...........................243
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Vehicle Care....................................................182General Information..........................................182Vehicle Identification Number................237Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber.............................................................237Vehicle Identification NumberOverview...........................................................237Vehicle Identification..................................237Vehicle Identification Number.......................237Vehicle Storage..............................................187
VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................73
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................61Warranty Information................................268Washer Fluid Check......................................177Washer Fluid Specification......................232WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................183See: Wipers and Washers.................................50Waxing..............................................................184What Is Automatic High BeamControl............................................................54What Is Cruise Control...............................106Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................218Wheels and Tires.........................................190General Information..........................................190Technical Specifications.................................225Windows and Mirrors...................................56Windshield Washers.....................................50Windshield Wipers........................................50Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades...................178Wipers and Washers.....................................50
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