1997 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 293
1997 Mercury Villager Manual
Page 293 highlights
When checking fluid at normal operating temperature, the fluid level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick. When the vehicle has not been driven, and outside temperature is above 50˚F (10˚C), the fluid level should be between the notches on the dipstick. RWARNING Your vehicle should not be driven if the transaxle fluid level is below the bottom notch on the dipstick. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick Adding Automatic Transaxle Fluid The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick. Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used. Add fluid in 1/2 pint (0.25 liter) increments through the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician. 296