FORD 2001 Focus - Manual (Page 211)

Maintenance and care
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TRANSAXLE FLUID
Checking automatic transaxle
fluid
Refer to your Scheduled
Maintenance Guide" for scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and
changes. Your transaxle does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid
level should be checked if the
transaxle is not working properly,
i. e., if the transaxle slips or shifts
slowly or if you notice some sign of
fluid leakage.
Automatic transaxle fluid expands
when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the
vehicle until it is warmed up
(approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If
your vehicle has been operated for
an extended period at high speeds,
in city traffic during hot weather or
pulling a trailer, the vehicle should
be turned off for about 30 minutes
to allow fluid to cool before
checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km
(20 miles) or until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level
surface and engage the parking
brake.