Maintenance and Specifications
BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the“MIN” and
“
MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of your
brake system could be
compromised, seek service from
your dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourScheduledMaintenanceGuide for scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working
properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some
sign of fluid leakage.
Automatictransmissionfluidexpandswhenwarmed.Toobtainan
accuratefluidcheck,drivethevehicleuntilitiswarmedup
(approximately30km[20miles]).Ifyourvehiclehasbeen
operatedforanextendedperiodathighspeeds,incitytraffic
duringhotweatherorpullingatrailer,thevehicleshouldbe
turnedoffforabout30minutestoallowfluidtocoolbefore
checking.
1.
Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2.
Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3.
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
4.
Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5.
Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifyingcomponentsintheenginecompartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6.
Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
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2004
Taurus(tau)
OwnersGuide(post-2002-fmt)
USAEnglish(fus)
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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