Ford five hundred owners have reported 4 problems related to transmission gear slipping under the power train category. What type of transmission fluid does my car take and how much does it take. The ford five hundred was equipped with the awf21 transmission but they arent. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle lunged backward. You will need to use a funnel to limit spilling the fluid. Th350, th400, chrysler tf727, tf904, ford c4, c6, and other high performance nonelectronic transmissions. If the transmission fluid level on your five hundred is low, you need to add fluid.
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This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2006 ford five hundred. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your five hundred, even in the most severe driving conditions. According to ford website i should have the transmission fluid changed at 60k. The 2006 ford five hundred has 9 problems reported for transmission slipping badly between gears. My 2006 ford 500 has been diagnosed with a bad valve body and as a result will require a lot of transmission work. Motor mount repair manual vehicle transmission cable shift at transmission control solenoid transmission cooler line assembly transmission fluid.
The contact stated that the gauges failed to function and often fluctuated. This is a fluid only change draining 5qt of 10 qt capacity and refill. Location of the transmission dipstick on the 2006 ford 500. The ford 500 sold from 2005 to 2007 and came with options for two different. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Your transmission oil pan is located right here and you can see, lining the edge of it, is this series of 8mm bolts and you want to go ahead and remove. What type of transmission fluid does my car take and how much. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2005 ford five hundred sel 3. Ford five hundred transmission fluid change cost estimate. Check cvt fluid with engine running or not my ford. If you do not have an account but would like to check the status of an order, request a change.
Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of ford five hundred based on all problems reported for the five hundred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. A ford dealer said that the cvt fluid only needs to be changed ever 90,000 miles, but ford s maintenance schedule appears to indicate a 60,000 mile. The ford shop manual for the 2006 500 with cvt transmission says it has a transmission dip stick and is filled by removing a plug in the top of the tranny. When and how to check fluid level engine should be running. Sep 06, 2009 the ford shop manual for the 2006 500 with cvt transmission says it has a transmission dip stick and is filled by removing a plug in the top of the tranny. Dec 10, 2014 ford five hundred repair manual, service manual online. How do you check the transmission fluid in the ford 500 and does it go. Class a motorhome change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid rear axle maintenance and lubrication last of all, if youre unsure about which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your ford and lincoln. From time to time you need to change your ford five hundred transmission oil. On a related note, it has been mentioned a number of times that the cvt transmission level is very temperature critical. Find your owner manual, warranty here, and other information here.
Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. P0817, transmission fluid pressure manual valve position switch reverse with drive ratio. Search preowned 2006 ford five hundred listings to find the best local deals. All production years including 05, 06, and 07 covered submodels. How do you check the transmission fluid in the ford 500 and. How to check the transmission fluid in ford five hundred. This i have a 2006 ford freestyle with a cvt transmission. Manual transmission on all 2006 11 vehicles equipped with a n52 engine. My car needs more transmission fluid but i dont know which one and my mechanic told me it needs a specific type of fluid. Check that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed tight see owners guide. The ford 500 sold from 2005 to 2007 and came with options for two different transmissions. Wanting to sevice my ford five hundred transmission, owners manual calls for a ford part no. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Also see if the filter is clogged or worn our or very old.
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The fluid is supposed to be even with the bottom of the fill plug hole. If you do not have an account but would like to check the status of an. Ford five hundred transmission problems and repair. My mechanic has used the following fluids as recorded on our receipts. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Oil, coolant and fuel capacity for ford five hundred limited in 2006, the model offered since midyear 2005 in north america factory declared capacities of oil, coolant and fuel. Ford five hundred automatic transmission 2006, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. How do i check transmission fluid in 2006 ford freestyle. What type of transmission fluid does a 2007 ford five hundred sel take. Why wont my 2006 ford five hundred cvt move when placed into any gear. In order to get an accurate transmission fluid level reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface, the engine at idle 680780 rpm for 5 minutes and the transmission fluid temperature should be at least 70 c80 c 158 f176 f using the scan tool. Ford five hundred transmission fluids, oils, additives. What type of transmission fluid you need depends on your vehicle.
Print, read or download a pdf or browse an easy, online, clickable version. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2005 ford five hundred sel 3. What type of transmission fluid does my car take and how. I have a 2005 ford 500 awd 6cl, i noticed the oil life was at 0% last. Find aftermarket and oem parts online or at a local store near. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your five hundred and how to check the transmission fluid level. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your five hundred, even. On a manual tranny, you check the fluid by pulling the fill plug on the side of the transmission. I have a 2005 500 sel regular transmission with 38000 miles. Transmission fluid is the lubricant for all the moving parts that make up your vehicles transmission.
Quick video showing location of transmission dipstick and what needs to be done to access it on the following vehicles. Keystone collision automatic transmission oil cooler assembly. Check out free battery charging and engine diagnostic testing while you are in. On saturday nov 11 i was driving highway speed when the check engine and check transmission lights came on in the message center, also the little wrench and engine lights came on. Oil, coolant capacity ford five hundred limited 2006. Auto trans fluid fits 2006 2009 mercury milan montego motorcraft. If the transmission fluid level on your five hundred is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Install guide cft30 ford cvt automatic transmission. Cvt fluid replacement service 2006 ford five hundred. Transmission fluid level check ford five hundred 20052007. To see how frequently ford five hundred problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. How to check transmission level in a 2006 ford 500 fixya. A ford dealer said that the cvt fluid only needs to be changed ever 90,000 miles, but fords maintenance schedule appears to indicate a 60,000 mile.
Transmission fluid can be added through the transmission dipstick tube. How to flush transmission fluid on ford five hundred answers. Ford five hundred automatic transmission fluid advance. Ford s freestyle wagon is related to the five hundred sedan. How do you check the transmission fluid in the ford 500. At cvt trans and 6 speed require special fluids that can only be purchased at dealer. View and download ford five hundred owners manual online. With the engine at idle and the transmission in park, use a scan tool to verify the transmission temperature is between 190of and 198of. Ford five hundred automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts.
At fluid vehicle specific 2006 ford five hundred o. Where is the transmission dipstick on a ford five hundred. Find local service centers, car repair warranty advice and more on kbb. Order motor oil vehicle specific for your 2006 ford five hundred and pick it up in storemake your purchase, find a store near you, and get directions. I have two cars with the cvt, both are bad, after seeing how expensive to rebuild or replace i did a swap, i am posting on how my swap went and what is needed, 2006 ford five hundred awd, i took a aisan 6 speed from a 2005 ford five hundred fwd from salvage yard, to do swap you need the flywheel, both drive axles, all transmission mounts 2 underneath and one under hood shift cable, and the. The worst complaints are transmission slipping badly between gears, throttle body issues. Advance auto parts has 2 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. I just went to the ford dealer where i bought my 2005 ford five hundred ltd. Anyways i popped the hood today to check the fluids and they were all ok except when i come to the tranny fluid. Check engine check transmission lights came on ford.
Check lapshoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper operation. The engine in your 2006 ford five hundred should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Motorcraft premium automatic transmission fluid quart. The items youll need for this is a new transmission filter kit from, 8mm socket and ratchet, a pry bar, a razor blade, a torque wrench, jack and jack stands, and transmission fluid. My 2006 ford 500 has been diagnosed with a bad valve body. Question from bucket81 in centre, al find answers to your 2006 ford five hundred question from certified mechanics and auto experts. Crown victoria, five hundred, focus, freestar, freestyle, fusion. I just bought my wife a 2005 ford five hundred sedan.
My ford five hundred engine turns off while i am driving and my manual says it is throttle controltransmission. Xt8qaw fluid, is this a special oil or just a ford part no. Due to the heat generated in the transmission, the fluid can break down over time. Used 2006 ford five hundred for sale with photos cargurus. Need mpg information on the 2006 ford five hundred. Access quick reference guides, a roadside assistance card, a link to your vehicles warranty and supplemental information if available. Power steering fluid maintain correct fluid level max min emission system engine air filter passenger compartment air filter jack check fuel cap low tire pressure warning 2006 five hundred 500 owners guide post2002fmt usa fus introduction 9. Proper fluid level for the cft30 transmission is achieved when fluid level is indicated at the upper hole of the dipstick see figure 3. Fluids, chemicals and lubricants automatic transmission fluid chemicals fluids lubricants motor oils synthetic oils. The engine and wrench light will come on usually after the car has been running for a good while and the car will start losing speed transmission. First check and confirm that transmission fluid is not leaking or got low. How to replace transmission fluid and filter 0007 ford focus. Motor oil vehicle specific 2006 ford five hundred o.
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