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2. After the fluid has drained, remove the transmission fluid pan. 3. DO NOT remove the fluid filter. It is not necessary to change the fluid filter during a normal maintenance fluid change. Remove the torque converter drain plug cover. See Fig. 5 . 4. Remove the torque converter drain plug and discard. 5. Clean and inspect the transmission fluid pan, transmission fluid pan gasket and magnet. Thoroughly flush the cooler tubes. 6. After the torque converter has drained, install a new drain plug. Tighten drain plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install the torque converter drain plug cover. See Fig. 5 . 7. Position the magnet into the transmission fluid pan. 8. Install the fluid pan and gasket. Position the fluid pan with the gasket in place. Install the bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . 9. Fill the transmission. See RECOMMENDED FLUIDS and FLUID CAPACITIES . 10. Start the engine. Move the transmission range selector lever through all the gear ranges, checking for engagements. 11. With the engine running and the transmission at normal operating temperature 150-170°F (66-77°C), check and adjust the transmission fluid level, and check for any leaks. See CHECKING FLUID NOTE: The fluid pan gasket is reusable, clean and inspect for damage. If not CAUTION: The use of any other transmission fluid than specified can result in the transmission failing to operate in a normal manner or
2003 Ford Pickup F150 2003 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Servicing - Blackwood, Econoline, Excursion, Expedition, "F" Series Pickup & Navigator
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