How To Check Transmission Fluid Of Ford Explorer 2004?

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How To Check Transmission Fluid Of Ford Explorer 2004?

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Answer 1

Nice generic answer, but not for a Ford Explorer.

The ford Explorer does not have a Transmission dip stick. There is fluid inspection plug on the side of the transmission, much like the "old" manual transmissions of the 60's. The only way to check the fluid level is to jack or lift the Explorer, find the plug, run the transmission through the gears while the engine is at idol, Shut off the engine and then remove the plug. The fluid shoud be at the plug level and just trickle or come out in drops. If it runs out as a stream it is too full, if nothing comes out at all, it is too low. If too low you will need to add fluid. (through the same small hole)

Hope this helps

Answer 2

I own a transmission repair shop in Cleveland Ohio on the 2004 Ford Explorer there is no dipstick it is computerized there is a torque screw on the side of the transmission DO NOT remove it completely or you will drain the transmissions fluid out of it slowly unscrew the torque screw when it starts to drip check the color if it is not a bright red you may want to change the fluid to do this it is recomended that you pull the pan off and change the filter also changing the filter and fluid is recomended about every 50 to 75 thousand miles as this will make your transmission last a lot longer

Answer 3

Both answers are correct depending on the year of your Explorer. I have a 2003 Eddie Bauer - no dipstick - have to add the fluid from below / measure below too. I see dipsticks everywhere.

Answer 4

If you are referring to an automatic transmission, first you must open the hood, then locate the transmission dipstick normally found near the right rear area of the engine, start the vehicle and make sure that it is in the "PARK" position, then remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert, remove again and read the oil level. It should be close to the "FULL" mark and be red in color. If it is any other color, it is due for a change. If it reads low, then you must add fluid to bring it up to the full mark. If all of this is too mind boggling, then I suggest that you have a professional check it out.