How many liters of transmission fluid are needed for a 12 Focus manual transmission change?
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It requires 6 to 7 liters. Generally, about 4 liters of fluid are needed. For a flush machine oil change, which is performed with the vehicle running, the amount depends on the transmission type, typically starting at 4 liters. It's recommended to purchase 5 liters, especially since some fluid may be consumed when the vehicle is frequently started. However, with the gravity drain method, the fluid in the torque converter cannot be drained, so a significant amount of dirty old fluid remains in the transmission. Methods to determine if transmission fluid needs changing: 1. Change interval: Transmission fluid has a replacement cycle, usually every 40,000 to 60,000 kilometers; manual transmissions require changes every 60,000 kilometers, while automatic transmissions need changes every 40,000 to 60,000 kilometers. 2. Fuel consumption: If you notice increased fuel consumption, sluggish acceleration, or delayed gear shifts during driving, maintenance is recommended. 3. Lubrication performance: When transmission fluid contains a lot of metal particles and shavings, the lubrication performance of the transmission significantly declines, leading to severe wear. Generally, vehicles that exceed 100,000 kilometers without maintenance will exhibit this condition, so replacement is advised.
