How much transmission fluid do I need to put in?

BLAKR

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1999 FORD F-250
5.4L
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
169,000 MILES

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.

Saturday, July 29th, 2023 AT 3:01 AM

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KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
42,949 POSTS

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.