Transmission Fluid Level Check 2005 Mercury Montego Premier 3.0L V6

Mercury Montego Model Years - 2005, 2006, 2007

1. Getting Started - Prepare for the transmission fluid level check

2. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open

3. Remove Transmission Fluid Cap / Dipstick - Access point for transmission fluid

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4. Transmission Fluid Check Level - Read dipstick or look at check plug hole to determine transmission fluid level

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5. Add Transmission Fluid - Determine correct fluid type and add fluid

6. Replace Transmission Fluid Cap/Dipstick - Put the dipstick / cap back in place

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7. More Info. - Additional information on checking transmission fluid levels

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Video Description

The engine in your 2005 Mercury Montego should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick or the transmission fluid check plug is located in your Montego and how to check the transmission fluid level. Your Montego will have either a transmission dipstick or a check or fill plug to perform a transmission fluid check. The transmission dipstick will typically be in the engine bay or on top or even the side of your Montego transmission. The transmission check plug will typically be on the bottom or the side of the transmission and may also be next to the axle. If the transmission fluid level in your Montego is low, you need to add transmission fluid through the dipstick tube or the check plug hole. When adding transmission fluid to your Montego, be sure to add it slowly as it will fill up quickly and is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill.

If you are having problems with the transmission in your Montego, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.

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