PTU fluid change on 13+ PP

[68_GT]

where is the PTU vent tube ?

is it OK to fill there ?

when changing the PTU fluid is it possible to over fill it and cause a problem ?

 

[SHOme]

Im sure someone here knows and it would be great to see a picture.  I did not ask my mechanic but I can stop by and get him to show me.  It is supposed to hold 18 oz.  That is what he put back in it after flushing 3 times.  I have driven almost 1000 miles since with no issues.

 

[ZSHO]

This is directly from Ford...WSM,hope it help's any and let me know if anyone wants me to Sticky it...  Z    https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8JUL90DXgdiMDRVVDhUUE9DRlN5TlAxWW5FX1picnE5SlNj/view?usp=sharing

 

[SHOdded]

Hmmm ... let me give it some thought Z ...  maybe a separate section for FSM excerpts is in order, linking back to howtos as applicable.

 

[SHOme]

Does this answer any of my or 68gt questions?

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[SHOdded]

Maybe you can spot it in this video (the focus in here makes me dizzy LOL)
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[SHOdded]

Additional tips from a fluid change on an MKS
http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php?topic=6442

 

[SHOme]

I stopped by and talked to the mechanic who did my PTU today.  He disconnected the vent tube at the PTU and installed a longer tube that came up above the engine to fill through.  Then he reinstalled the vent tube.  I asked him to extend the vent up next to the master cylinder du

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[SHOme]

During the next servicing so it will be easy and cheaper to do.

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[Scott4957]

Interesting, To be honest I don't think I even saw the vent tube, space is so limited in that area! I need to see if I can get a look at it because I think the "leak" that has what appears to be gear oil all over the PTU and dripping down around the motor mount is coming from that vent tube. Just a longer one in place to keep it from leaking would be nice. Any idea how long the stock one is?

 

[SHOme]

Looks like about a foot or so. I can see it from the top but can't get my hand on it.  Would have to get to it from underneath.  If I extend it it would make the fluid change easy.

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[SHOme]

Had my PTU changed again at 60k.  I used Amsoil last change at 30k.  It was thick but not chunky this time.  Definitely dirty.  I think I will do it again at 80k.  I am using Royal Purple this time because I couldn't get Amsoil in time.  Amsoil definitely held up better than FOMOCO in my opinion.  There was no tune or T-stat for the first 30k.  I would imagine the cooler T-Stat may have assisted the Amsoil performance. I also had the vent tube run up to near the master cylinder.

SHOme

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[SHOme]

Picture of new vent location.

SHOme

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[BlueSHO]

Picture of new vent location.

SHOme

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Exactly how I want to do mine. Did you use 5/16" ID hose?

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[SHOme]

Same size as factory hose.  I didn't measure.

SHOme

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[SHOdded]

Wraitherx's experience with his 2014 Perf Pk SHO
http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php/topic,8081.0

 

[SHOme]

My fluid was way thicker than that at 30k. It was  and it was still thicker than the video but not as bad as the first time.  I had the same issue getting fluid in thru the vent tube I added. I was thinking if I slide a very small tube down the vent tube into the PTU and long enough to stick out of the funnel that would let the air out(slowly) while it filled.    I found a roll of small diameter heat shrink tubing that I might try next change. I'll post pics if it works.  I also thought about poking a small hole in the bottle so it drips and hanging it over the funnel and just let it drip overnight. 

SHOme

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[SHOdded]

Love this transfusion therapy for the PTU

 

[wraitherx]

Wraitherx's experience with his 2014 Perf Pk SHO
http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php/topic,8081.0

Thank you shodded for moving it to the appropriate place!


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[wraitherx]

My fluid was way thicker than that at 30k. It was  and it was still thicker than the video but not as bad as the first time.  I had the same issue getting fluid in thru the vent tube I added. I was thinking if I slide a very small tube down the vent tube into the PTU and long enough to stick out of the funnel that would let the air out(slowly) while it filled.    I found a roll of small diameter heat shrink tubing that I might try next change. I'll post pics if it works.  I also thought about poking a small hole in the bottle so it drips and hanging it over the funnel and just let it drip overnight. 

SHOme

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I was honestly thinking about cutting a small hole in the bottle but I actually prefer doing it the way I did because it allowed me to get a good measurement of how much to put in. That small diameter tubing may be a good idea though!  The fluid was more than likely thinned out after about 20 minutes of city driving so it was nice and hot for better flow.


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