How much transmission fluid do i need to put in?

1999 FORD F-250

169,000 MILES • 5.4L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC

BLAKR

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So, i wasn’t paying attention and accidentally pulled my transmission plug instead of my oil plug and let it drain until it was only slightly dripping, i did put the old fluid in an old jug and it was about 3/4ths full.

Jul 28, 2023 at 8:01 PM

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It will usually take about 4 to 5 quarts. This video will help:

https://youtu.be/OSRkzuX20o8

Fluid Types

NOTE: MERCON Automatic Transmission Fluid is being replaced by MERCON V as a service fluid.

Automatic (4R70W) .................... MERCON V ATF

Automatic (4R100) .................... MERCON OR MERCON V ATF

NOTE: Automatic transmissions requiring MERCON V should only be serviced with MERCON V, or fluid from container that is specified as a dual usage fluid: MERCON/MERCON V.

NOTE: Automatic transmissions requiring MERCON can now be serviced with MERCON, MERCON V, or dual usage fluids labeled MERCON/MERCON V.
Capacities

A/T Fluid

4R100 .................... 15L (15.9 Qt)

4R70W .................... 13.1L (13.8 Qt)

NOTE: Approximate dry fill capacity. Fluid level should be set by indicator on dipstick's normal operating range.

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Jul 29, 2023 at 6:55 AM

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