The 1997 Ford Expedition Owner Guide shows Motorcraft MERCON automatic
Transmission Fluid ( it should show the type used on the transmission dipstick )
I was looking at the 1997 Ford Expedition Owner Guide and it shows Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid for the two models of automatic transmission ( E4OD with the 5.4 liter ) I would also check to see if the type of fluid is engraved into the automatic transmission fluid dipstick
Where is the transmission dip stick located on a 2000 Ford Expedition and where do you insert the transmission fluid at?
On a 2000 Ford Expedition : The type of automatic transmission fluid to use should be engraved into the dipstick or on the dipstick handle
It is important to maintain the quantity of the transmission fluid of a 1997 Ford Taurus. The transmission fluid capacity of this vehicle is 13.3 quarts.
It is important to use Mercon, not Mercon V transmission oil in a '97 Expedition. It will take about 14 quarts to refill it after a complete drain.
it has the wrong fluid in the transmission
According to the owners manual, a 1997 Ford Explorer 5 speed manual transmission takes Ford Motorcraft Mercon ATF (automatic transmission fluid)
On a 1997 Ford Expedition : The 4.6 liter V8 engine uses ( 4R70W ) The 5.4 liter V8 engine uses ( E4OD )
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid in the 5 speed manual transmission according to the 1997 Ford Mustang Owner Guide
Mercon V
I was checking the 2000 Ford Expedition Owner Guide and it shows the transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the transmission dipstick or the dipstick handle . Either ( Motorcraft MERCON-V for the 4R70W ) or ( Motorcraft MERCON for the 4R100 )
The washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the windshield washer fluid reservoir in the engine compartment on a 1997 Ford Expedition according to the owners manual