Ford F23 Owner's Manual page 243

Maintenance and Specifications
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician. ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
DON'T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCHED AREA • CHECK WHEN HOT IDLING IN PARK
concerns and/or possible
damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped)
The TorqShift automatic
transmission is equipped with a
serviceable external fluid filter
mounted on the frame rail. Refer to
the Scheduled Maintenance Guide
for service intervals.
To replace the transmission filter:
1. Shut off the engine.
2. Unscrew filter housing.
3. Replace filter with a new authorized Motorcraft filter element. Refer to
the Motorcraft Part Numbers chart in this chapter.
4. Reinstall housing and check transmission fluid level using procedure in
this section.
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