Transmission Fluid Specification; Adding Fluid; Power Steering Fluid Specification - Ford 1975 Mustang II Owner's Manual

ROUTINE SERVICE
Adding Fluid
If you have to add fluid to your
car's automatic transmission, add enough
fluid through the filler tube to bring the level above the ADD mark but do
not bring the level above the top arrow on the dipstick. Be careful not to
overfill the transmission because foaming and loss of fluid through the
vent may cause the transmission to malfunction.
Transmission Fluid Specification
Your car's automatic transmission fluid is a high quality, long lasting lubri-
cant. When iUs necessary to add fluid, use Ford Automatic Transmission
Fluid ora fluid that meets Ford Specification ESW-M2C33-F (Type F).
Power Steering Fluid
Checking Fluid Level
Before checking the fluid level in your car, let the engine run until has
reached normal operating temperature. With the engine at idle, turn the
wheel back and forth several times to get any air out of the steering sys-
tem. Then stop the engine and check the fluid level on the dipstick. The
level must be between the FULL mark and the end of the dipstick.
Adding Fluid
If you have to add fluid to the power steering system, add just enough. to
bring the level up to its correct point. Do not overfill the system.
Power Steering Fluid Specification
Use only a fluid that meets Ford Specification ESW-M2C128-A, such as
Ford Power Steering Fluid or equivalent.
Brake Fluid
Checking Fluid Level
Before checking the brake fluid level, carefully wipe off the master cylinder
cover to make sure there isn't any dirt or water left that could fall into the
fluid reservoir. Release the retaining clip and remove the cover and seal.
The fluid level should be full to within
~
inch of the top of the reservoir.
Adding Fluid
If the fluid level is low ,add enough specified brake fluid to bring the level
up to the correct position . If the fluid level is excessively low, inspect the
brake lines and hoses for a possible leak in the brake system.
Brake Fluid Specification
Use only a heavy duty fluid meeting Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A,
such as Ford Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent. .
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