TaurusLX

I have a 98 Taurus, with 245K and having shifting problems. I took it to a shop and they said fluid level was fine. I checked it today and it is WAY over the crosshatch mark. I checked it with engine hot, in park, on level ground. Could this be causing my shifting problems, or is this wishful thinking? Any info appreciated.

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1998 Ford Taurus LX 4dr - FOR SALE
1990 Lexus LS400 4dr
1992 Buick Park Avenue 4dr
1989 Pontiac Safari wagon

TopGhia

Tony,

Sure could, drain a bit out (suck it(or siphon) out of dipstick hole)) then try again. They don't work too well when overfull. Also if the fluid is black, it should be replaced.


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TaurusLX

Thanks for the reply. The fluid looked good, but it is very thin. Is this typical of the Ford fluid? I checked it because I was wanting to add "Lucas" transmission repair and that is when I realized it was overfull. I do not know why the transmission repair shop would say level was OK. I guess they thought they would charge me $1400 for nothing. Thanks again.

TopGhia

Tony,

Take it back to the shop that fixed it and get them to verify the levels again, tell them you think it is overfull. It is rare for them to overfill, seeing trans fluid is not cheap.

and,yes, the trans fluid is thin.

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