If there is a real need to change the Transmission Fluid, one simply unscrews the drain plug on the bottom of the transmission. If there is a need to do this, it is strongly suggested that one drop the transmission pan and change the filter also. Always catch the old fluid in an approved container and dispose of properly.
According to the 2002 Ford Mustang Owner Guide : 3.8 liter manual transmission fluid ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid ) 4.6 liter manual transmission fluid ( Motorcraft synthetic MERCON automatic transmission fluid )
It's a special product. Rather pricey also. $17.00us / liter - 6 liters required for filter change. Automatic Transmission Fluid - ESSO LT71141 - 1
Mercon dexron
its in the bottom hose
its in the bottom hose
Approx 5 quarts
7 quarts if just a fluid change.
I believe this car has a sealed transmission and so the fluid cannot be changed.
According to the 2002 Ford Mustang Owner Guide : The automatic transmission fluid used with the 4.6 liter SOHC , V8 engine is : ( Motorcraft MERCON - V , automatic transmission fluid ) * the type used should be engraved in the dipstick , or printed on the dipstick handle , just to confirm *
There is NO drain plug! To change fluid you have to remove the transmission pan.
autozone.com has online manuals that give step by step how to pull the drain plug and fill w Honda z1 fluid to proper level with car off
I do it at about 50K miles.