FORD 2003 Mustang v.4 - Manual (Page 202)

2 Rear 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.
3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is
used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated
on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON
௡
and MERCON
௡ V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON
௡ and MERCON௡ V. Refer to your
scheduled maintenance guide to determine the
correct service interval.
4 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some
applications may vary based on cooler size and if
equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by
the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating
range.
5 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the
transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the
vehicle on a level surface.
6 Use of sythetic or sythetic blend motor oil is not
mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153–H
and the API Certification mark.
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