OEM 2000 Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission Filter

2000 Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission Filter Parts Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Automatic Transmission Filter for the 4R100 Transmission on 2000 Ford F-150?

  A: All gasoline-powered vehicles require a battery ground cable removal before servicing or repairing the 4R100 transmission A/T fluid filter since new adaptive shift strategies demand vehicle driving after completing battery reconnection. Proceed to lift the vehicle onto a hoist then disconnect the drain plug to empty the fluid. The service requires total draining of the torque converter while completely cleaning all components including the transmission cooler and its lines and the cooler bypass valve. No need to discard the fluid pan gasket unless it is damaged because this part is reusable. First loosen the fluid pan bolts, follow by removing front and side pan bolts to lower the front part and drain the fluid before removing all bolts alongside the fluid pan. Draw out the old filter and seal assembly gently to prevent aluminum bore damage by rotating and pulling without scratches. Even if the seal stays inside the pump bore you can extract it through the use of a small screwdriver. The next procedure involves removing the torque converter drain plug cover as well as the drain plug based on mechanic guidelines for flushing any integrated coolers. The drain procedure finishes by installing both the drain plug as well as the cover. Before installing the new fluid filter and seal assembly into the pump bore you need to lightly apply Mercon V Multipurpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM or equivalent to the new seal. Quart-style filters and pan components should not be combined with Four-by-Two-style transmission fluid filters and pan components because mixing them leads to damage. Mount the filter assembly along with the fluid pan while using petroleum jelly as an adhesive to secure the gasket properly while indicating the magnetic position correctly. Place the fluid pan properly before putting bolts in place and lowering the vehicle while connecting the battery ground cable. Mercon V Multipurpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM alongside its equivalent serves as the recommended fluid for refilling through the fluid filler tube to a total of 6.2 liters (6.5 quarts). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level while the system operates at normal temperature through adding 0.24 liter (0.5 pint) measured portions until the correct level is reached. Begin the engine then cycle through all transmission gear ranges.