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YMMS: 2012 Ford Explorer XLT Oct 18, 2019

Engine: 2.0L Eng License:
VIN: Odometer:

TRANSMISSION FLUID

Transmission Fluid Exchange [ AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (6F35) -- EXPLORER

: GENERAL PROCEDURES ]

Special Tool(S)

ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger

199-00059

Material

Item Specification

Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON® LV

XT-10-QLVC (US); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada)

NOTE: Use transmission fluid specific for this transmission.

Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid additives or
cleaning agents. The use of these products can cause internal
transmission components to fail, which will affect the operation
of the transmission.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to
JACKING AND LIFTING for lifting points.

2. Use the ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger to change the fluid.

3. Connect the ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger to the transmission fluid
cooler tube after the transmission fluid cooler on the return tube. This will help remove any foreign
material trapped in the transmission fluid coolers.

4. Perform the TRANSMISSION FLUID EXCHANGE using the ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power
Steering Fluid Exchanger. Follow the manufacturer's instructions included with the machine.

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5. Once the transmission fluid exchange is completed, disconnect the ATF Fluid Exchanger
W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger. Reconnect any disconnected transmission fluid cooler tubes.

6. With the engine running, check and make sure the transmission is at normal operating
temperature 85-93° C (185-200° F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level, refer to
TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK in this information. Check for leaks.

Transmission Fluid Exchange [ AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (6F50/6F55) --

EXPLORER : GENERAL PROCEDURES ]

Special Tool(S)

ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger 199-00059

Material

Item Specification

Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC (US); CXT- MERCON®

10-LV12 (Canada) LV

NOTE: Use transmission fluid specific for this transmission.

Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid additives or
cleaning agents. The use of these products can cause internal
transmission components to fail, which will affect the operation
of the transmission.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING for
jacking and lifting points.

2. Use the ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger to change the fluid.

3. Connect the ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger to the transmission fluid
cooler return tube after the transmission fluid cooler. This will help remove any foreign material
trapped in the transmission fluid coolers.

4. Perform the transmission fluid exchange using the ATF Fluid Exchanger W/Power Steering Fluid
Exchanger. Follow the manufacturer's instructions included with the machine.

5. Once the transmission fluid exchange is completed, disconnect the ATF Fluid Exchanger
W/Power Steering Fluid Exchanger. Reconnect any disconnected transmission fluid cooler tubes.

6. With the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating
temperature 82°C-93°C (180°F-200°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check

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for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add as necessary.

Transmission Fluid Drain And Refill [ AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (6F35) --

EXPLORER : GENERAL PROCEDURES ]

Material

Item Specification

Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON® LV

XT-10-QLVC (US); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada)

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to
JACKING AND LIFTING for lifting points.

2.

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3. NOTE: If an internal problem is suspected, drain the

transmission fluid through a paper filter. A small amount of
metal or friction particles may be found from normal wear. If
an excessive amount of metal or friction material is present,
the transmission will need to be overhauled.

Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid. Install the drain plug.
1. Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

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4. Compress the constant tension clamp and remove the transmission vent from the fill tube.

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5. NOTE: Use only transmission fluid specific for this

transmission. Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid
additives or cleaning agents. The use of these products can
cause internal transmission components to fail, which will
affect the operation of the transmission.

NOTE: The following fluid amounts listed below are for

initial fill only. The transmission fluid must be even with the
oil leveling plug hole and the transmission must be at normal
operating temperature 85-93° C (185-200° F) or
transmission damage can occur.

Refer to the chart below and fill the transmission to the initial fill amount with clean transmission
fluid.

Transmission Repair Initial Fill Amount

Transmission overhaul (includes main control and torque converter drain) 6 L (6.34 qt)

Main control overhaul or replace (with out transmission overhaul) 5 L (5.28 qt)

Transmission draining and filling (for engine and halfshaft related repairs) 4 L (4.23 qt)

6. Start the engine and move the selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position
and allowing the transmission to engage.

7. With the engine running in PARK on a level hoist, remove the oil leveling plug and allow the
transmission fluid to drain until its even with the oil leveling plug hole. If the transmission fluid
does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole add transmission fluid in increments of.25 L (0.264
qt) until the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole. Install the oil leveling plug.
Materials: Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC.
1. Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

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8. With the clamp facing the front of the vehicle, compress the constant tension clamp and install the
transmission vent on the fill tube.

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9. Drive the vehicle until the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93° C (185-200° F).

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10. With the engine running in PARK on a level hoist at normal operating temperature 85-93° C (185-
200° F), remove the oil leveling plug and allow the transmission fluid to drain until it is even with
the oil leveling plug hole. Install the oil leveling plug.
1. Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

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11.

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Transmission Fluid Drain And Refill [ AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (6F50/6F55) --

EXPLORER : GENERAL PROCEDURES ]

Material

Item Specification

Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC (US); CXT- MERCON®

10-LV12 (Canada) LV

All vehicles

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING for
jacking and lifting points.

2. NOTE: If an internal problem is suspected, drain the

transmission fluid through a paper filter. A small amount of
metal or friction particles may be found from normal wear. If
an excessive amount of metal or friction material is present,
the transmission will need to be overhauled.

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3. 1. Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

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Vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine

4.

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5.

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6. NOTE: Reconnect the IAC electrical connector.

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All vehicles

7.

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8. If the transmission was removed and disassembled, fill the transmission with 6.2L (6.5 qt) of clean
transmission fluid. If the main control cover was removed, fill the transmission with 4.3L (4.5 qt) of
clean transmission fluid. Materials: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-
10-QLVC.

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9. Start the engine and let it run for 3 minutes. Move the range selector lever into each gear position
and allow engagement for a minimum of ten seconds. Check the transmission fluid level by
installing and removing the transmission fluid level indicator. When installing the transmission fluid
level indicator, be sure it is seated and rotate it clockwise to the locked position. Adjust the
transmission fluid level.

1. Correct transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature 82°C-93°C (180°F-200°F).

2. Low transmission fluid level.

3. High transmission fluid level.

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Vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine

10.

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11.

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Transmission Fluid Level Check

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Material

Item Specification

Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON® LV

XT-10-QLVC (US); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada)

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to
JACKING AND LIFTING for lifting points.

2.

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3. Start the engine and move the selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position
and allowing the transmission to engage.

4. With the engine running in PARK on a level hoist make sure the transmission is at normal
operating temperature 85-93° C (185-200° F). Check the transmission fluid is even with the oil
leveling plug hole.

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5. NOTE: Use only transmission fluid specific for this

transmission. Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid
additives or cleaning agents. The use of these products can
cause internal transmission components to fail, which will
affect the operation of the transmission.

If the transmission fluid is not even with the oil leveling plug hole, add clean transmission fluid in
increments of 0.25L (0.5 pt) until the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole.
Materials: Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC.

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6. 1. Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

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7.

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8.

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