How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2004 Ford Explorer XLT?

Pop the hood to Your engine using the hood-release lever under Your dash panel near the steering wheel. You can then locate the transmission dipstick in the engine. Pull that straight up and wipe it off with a rag. Stick it back in the tube and pull it out again.

Does a 2004 Ford Explorer XLT have a transmission dipstick?

Park Your 2004 Ford Explorer on a flat surface, and then let the vehicle cool down. You can then locate the transmission dipstick in the engine. Pull that straight up and wipe it off with a rag.

Where is the fluid inspection plug on a Ford Explorer?

There is fluid inspection plug on the side of the transmission, much like the “old” manual transmissions of the 60’s. The only way to check the fluid level is to jack or lift the Explorer, find the plug, run the transmission through the gears while the engine is at idol, Shut off the engine and then remove the plug.

What kind of fluid does Ford Explorer use?

Ford Mercon V is the fluid required for this transmission. In this video I show you how to fill and adjust the 5R55S after a repair that has required a fluid drain or loss. If you follow this procedure you will have no issues with the proper fill level of the 5R55S.

Where is the dip stick on a Ford Explorer?

The ford Explorer does not have a Transmission dip stick. There is fluid inspection plug on the side of the transmission, much like the “old” manual transmissions of the 60’s.

How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2004 Ford Explorer XLT?