2006 Mercury Mariner Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 259
2006 Mercury Mariner Manual
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Maintenance and Specifications 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in the crosshatch zone for normal operating temperature. Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 50° F (10° C). Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 150° F-170° F (66° C-77° C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. The transmission fluid should be in the crosshatch zone if at normal operating temperature (150° F-170° F [66° C-77° C]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the crosshatch zone may result in transaxle failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick blade and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter. Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transaxle component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler tube until the level is correct. 259 2006 Mariner (mrn) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)