2010_2012 Fusion Transmission dipstick

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Asked by Guru3R2YG Dec 26, 2021 at 10:29 PM about the 2011 Ford Fusion SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Hi,

On my 2011 fusion, the transmission dipstick is slightly bent I assume because of the dipstick tube. I have 133,000 miles on my unique ride and changed the fluid myself per the shop manual. This means I drained and filled three times to clear the torque converter and all. The fluid level is 2/3 to the max (engine idling) on the dipstick after driving at least twenty miles and doing the gear selection from Park to L.
The temp gauge is centered.

I am happy with the readings. Since transmission fluid expands with heat, I will check again in the warmer months. The engine and transmission preform very well.

Does the bend on the dipstick effect the reading? Is there a certain way to place and remove the DS to get the most accurate reading? I could add a pint to get the reading to max, but I'd rather be safe and not overfill.

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I get the car warm after a drive and shut it off , then I wait 10 minutes for the fluid to settle and then I start it up and take a reading , I would think the bend in the stick is normal unless king kong was a previous owner . I don't think it has to be precise just real close .

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