1997 Ford F350 Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 284

Automatic transmission dipstick Manual Transmission and Transfer Case Fluid Checking the fluid Clean the filler plug on the side of the case. Remove the filler plug. The fluid level should be up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. If additional fluid is required: 1. Add enough fluid through the filler plug hole to bring the level up to the bottom of the hole. Use only fluid certified to meet Ford Motor Company lubricant specification as listed under A Quick Reference for Refill Capacities and Motorcraft Parts, later in this section. Replace the filler plug in its original position, making sure it is fully seated. 2. Battery Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery. When the original equipment battery is replaced under warranty, it may be replaced by a Motorcraft Low-Maintenance Battery. 285