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Old Jan 14, 2007 | 10:47 AM
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Transmission fluid change

I have a '93 F150 4x4 with AOD transmission and 108k miles on it. Transmission fluid/filter has never been changed. Should I change fluid/filter with this high mileage or let it go? Fluid is still red and smells O.K.! Wouldn't want to break loose some crud in there and and have problems. 'Mo
 
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Old Jan 14, 2007 | 11:01 AM
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Exact same situation as you with the '88s AOD with 106k. I'm gonna leave it alone, unless it starts acting up.

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Old Jan 14, 2007 | 11:31 AM
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I'd change it & the filter, using some cheap Dexron III. After ~500 miles, change it again using Motorcraft Mercon Multi-Purpose (not V, not F, not Synthetic).

I'd also add an aftermarket drain plug kit.

 
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Old Jan 14, 2007 | 07:29 PM
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If the fluid still looks good, go ahead and change it.
 
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