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Can I use Type F transmission fluid in my 2014
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2012 ford focus automatic transmission fluid type

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For 2012 Focus Sedan Third generation (MK3) Ford recommends to use: WSS-M2C938-A automatic transmission fluids. To select the right automatic transmission fluid see the table below.

How much automatic transmission fluid you need to put into 2012 Focus Sedan depends on conditions listed below.

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Amount to change 4.23 US qt.3.52 UK qt.4 L
Automatic transmission fluid: WSS-M2C938-A
New filling 8.98 US qt.7.48 UK qt.8.5 L
Automatic transmission fluid: WSS-M2C938-A

Without special equipment it is possible to replace only ATF in the AT pan because of the way automatic transmission in 2012 Ford Focus Sedan has been designed. It will take about 3090 minutes depends on your skill level and might save you up to $200 depends on the region you live in.

With a spanner or a retched with the right size head unscrew the refill plug and the drain plug. After that drain old AT fluid. If you want to replace the filter you need to remove the ATF pan, replace the filter and then install the ATF pan back with a new gasket. Screw back the drain plug with a new gasket and refill the transmission with new ATF.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Ford Focus Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Ford warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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How much transmission fluid do I need for a 2012 Ford Focus?

A 2012 Ford Focus transmission flush also uses about 10 quarts of fluid to fully clean and flush out the system.

What kind of transmission fluid does a Ford Focus?

Lubegard Synthetic Transmission Fluid Dexron VI 1 Quart.

Where do you check the transmission fluid on a 2012 Ford Focus?

If you have the typical automatic transmission (model year 2012 or older) your Ford Focus should have a transmission fluid dipstick. It is located at the front of the engine compartment under the hood, close to the air filter housing.

How much transmission fluid does a Ford Focus take?

The Chiltons manual says the trans capacity is 6.7 quarts and 3.1 quarts if you drop the pan and change filter.