Actually , starting with the 2002 ( 4 door ) Ford Explorer , there is no automatic
Transmission Fluid dipstick
it has to be pumped into the bottom of the transmission
A 2003 Ford Explorer holds 16 quarts of transmission fluid in the pan and torque converter. Fluid levels can be checked via the dipstick in the engine compartment.
No , starting with the 2002 model Ford Explorer ( 4 door ) there is no dipstick for the automatic transmission
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The automatic transmission uses Motorcraft MERCON - V - automatic transmission fluid The manual transmission uses Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid
Use the dip stick tube.
This does not answer your question , but starting with the 2002 model year of the Ford Explorer ( 4 door ) there is not an automatic transmission fluid level dipstick / tube that would allow you to put fluid in at home
No The automatic transmissions in a 2003 Ford Explorer XLT take : Motorcraft MERCON - V - ATF ( automatic transmission fluid ) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The power steering and the transfer case take : Motorcraft MERCON ATF
mercon or mercon V
you fill the tranny through the dip stick hole.
To add transmission fluid to a 2003 Ford Explorer, locate the transmission dipstick, which is usually found near the back of the engine bay. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it to check the fluid level. To add fluid, use a funnel to pour the appropriate type of transmission fluid into the dipstick tube until the correct level is reached. Ensure the vehicle is on a level surface and that the engine is running while checking the fluid level.
The power steering fluid of choice by Ford engineers for your vehicle year is straight mercon 5 transmission fluid.