Transmission coolant top up

[LG_123]

Yesterday on a long, steep climb while towing our transmission got close to overheating (118 Degrees C).

So I thought I should pay some attention to the coolant. I believe the attached picture is the coolant and it’s at the minimum level.

What do you recommend to use for topping it up?

 

[Wayne Decker]

I believe the attached picture is the coolant

there is no photo.

 

[Dice Roll]

The manual should say. Or grab a job at ford. For no reason would I use a universal coolant from the parts store other than to get home in a pinch.

 

[Plati]

Owners Manual specifies fluids to be used

Why do you think 118C is too hot?

Adding coolant won't make tranny fluid cooler?

Minimum level is just that, OK?

 

[Gumby]

Was it your rad overheating or transmission? I had the coolant lines to the transmission changed out twice for leaks. It would NOT show up on the ground so I had no idea. Maybe this is your situation?

Unless the bottle is far below the MIN level when checking AT THE PROPER TIME then I wouldn't add anything. I also agree, to get the correct coolants from FORD. I have noticed depending on your MY that it could be different colors.

 

[LG_123]

Thanks for the feedback, everyone. The transmission monitor was showing very near the red line, which appears to be 120C.

But it’s true that the minimum should still be fine. I haven’t had any issues on subsequent tows when I took it slower. I’ll continue to monitor and check with Ford if I need any more help.

 

[Dice Roll]

Curious as to if you have the HD tow package or standard?

 

[LG_123]

Curious as to if you have the HD tow package or standard?

It’s the heavy duty tow package.