Maintenance and care – FORD 1998 F-150 User Manual

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7. If necessary, add fluid in .25L
(1/2 pint) increments through the
filler tube until the level is correct.

8. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.

An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible
damage.

If the fluid level is above the top
notch of the hot range after driving
the vehicle for approximately 30
km (20 miles), excess fluid should
be removed by a qualified
technician.

Checking and adding manual
transmission fluid

1. Clean the filler plug.

2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.

DON'T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCHED AREA • CHECK WHEN HOT

IDLING IN PARK

ADD

COLD

HOT

DO NOT ADD

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