Ford 2002 Focus Owner's Manual page 313

Maintenance and Specifications
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transaxle failure. An
overfill condition of transaxle fluid
may cause shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by
overheated or aerated fluid. This
can be caused by operating for an
extended period at high speeds, in
city traffic during hot weather,
pulling a trailer, aggressive braking
or aggressive steering maneuvers. If
this occurs turn the vehicle off for
about 30 minutes. This will allow
the transaxle to return to normal
operating conditions. Recheck the
fluid level before correction of the
overfill condition.
Adjusting automatic transaxle
fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure
the correct type is used. The type
of fluid used is normally indicated
on the dipstick and/or dipstick
handle and also in the Lubricant
specifications section in this
chapter.
Use of a non approved
automatic transaxle fluid may
cause internal transaxle
component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml
(1/2 pint) increments through the
filler tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
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