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Leakage Inspection: Notes

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000174Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
100W/12 Volt DC UV Lamp 164-R0751 or equivalent
Material

Item Specification
Dye-Lite® ATF/Power Steering Fluid Leak Detection Dye
164-R3701 (Rotunda)
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MERCON® SP Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-6-QSP (US); CXT-6-LSP12 (Canada)
MERCON® SP

The transmission has the following parts to prevent external fluid leakage:

Leakage at the transmission pan-to-case gasket often can be stopped by tightening the bolts to specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .

When fluid is found to be leaking between the case and the cooler tube fitting, tighten the fitting to maximum specification.

If leakage is found at the manual control lever shaft, install a new seal.

Check for fluid leaking from the end of the extension housing. Leakage can result from a damaged seal, missing garter spring or worn extension bushing. Install a new seal assembly, bushing or both, as necessary.