2005 Ford Five Hundred Owner's Manual - Page 242

Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the "MIN" and "MAX" lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised; seek service from your dealer immediately. TRANSAXLE FLUID Checking automatic transaxle fluid-CVT transaxle Do not use supplemental transaxle fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials or transaxle fluids other than the recommended fluid, may affect transaxle operation and result in damage to internal transaxle components. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid 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, takes more than a couple of seconds to engage into Drive/Reverse or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. It is recommended that a qualified technician check fluid level and add fluid if required. If your transaxle has a low fluid condition sufficient to affect proper operation the transaxle control module will send a signal to illuminate the on the instrument panel. As long as the transaxle engages normally to drive or reverse, it is safe illuminates the vehicle should be taken to your to drive but if the dealer for evaluation as soon as possible. 242 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)