OEM 2006 Mercury Mountaineer Automatic Transmission Filter

2006 Mercury Mountaineer Automatic Transmission Filter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the 6R60 Automatic Transmission Filter on 2006 Mercury Mountaineer?

  A: Service and repair of the 6R60 Automatic Transmission fluid filter begins with the vehicle set to NEUTRAL position on a hoist. The fluid fill plug fluid level indicator assembly near the front transmission on the passenger side must be removed to remove any vacuum which allows the fluid pan to be easily extracted. After draining the fluid you must remove the transmission fluid pan before discarding its gasket along with the transmission fluid filter. Evaluating the transmission fluid pan and observing its magnet during cleaning. A new transmission fluid filter together with its seal assembly should replace the existing components unless the fluid filter shows no signs of excessive contamination. Check the transmission case for the presence of the filter seal then gently remove it from the case keeping the surface intact. The new transmission fluid filter requires automatic transmission fluid lubrication before its installation. Place the magnetic component in the fluid container before adding new sealing material only if the current piece is damaged beyond repair. The gasket itself can receive reuse under optimal circumstances. Secure the fluid pan by tightening its bolts in a crisscross manner to 14 Nm (10 ft. lbs.). The entire transmission fluid filling and checking process should be accomplished according to the specified procedure.