Ford Probe (USA)

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Ford Probe (USA) manual transmission fluid capacity ranges from 2,7 to 3,65 liters. Service intervals include checks at 10000 km or 12 months and 12000 km or 12 months. The data covers 5 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Probe 2.0 16V (1992-1997)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,7 liter
  • Check 10000 km/ 12 months
  • Code: 5/1
Probe 2.5 24V V6 (1992-1997)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,7 liter
  • Check 10000 km/ 12 months
  • Code: 5/1
Probe GL (1988-1992)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,35 liter
  • Check 12000 km/ 12 months
Probe GT (1988-1992)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,35 liter
  • Check 12000 km/ 12 months
Probe LX (1988-1992)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 3,65 liter
  • Check 12000 km/ 12 months

Additional Notes

  • The Ford Probe (USA) manual transaxle fluid specifications cover two distinct generations, with the first-generation trims spanning 1988-1992 and the second-generation engine variants spanning 1992-1997.
  • The Probe LX (1988-1992) carries the largest manual transaxle fluid capacity in the lineup at 3.65 liters, which is notably higher than the 3.35 liters specified for the GL and GT trims of the same generation.
  • The Probe GL and GT share an identical manual transaxle capacity of 3.35 liters across the 1988-1992 model years, indicating a common transaxle unit between those two trims despite their different positioning in the model range.
  • The second-generation 2.0 16V and 2.5 24V V6 variants both specify a manual transaxle capacity of 2.7 liters, which is a reduction compared to all three first-generation trim capacities.
  • A transaxle combines the transmission and differential into a single housing, so the listed capacities reflect the total fluid volume required for that integrated unit rather than a standalone gearbox.
  • All five configurations list a normal use condition, meaning the stated check intervals are not adjusted for severe driving cycles such as frequent towing, extreme temperatures, or stop-and-go operation.
  • The first-generation GL and GT trims specify a fluid check interval of 12,000 km or 12 months, while the second-generation 2.0 16V and 2.5 24V V6 variants specify a shorter distance interval of 10,000 km at the same 12-month frequency.
  • The Probe LX (1988-1992) shares the 12,000 km or 12-month check interval with the GL and GT, despite having a higher transaxle fluid capacity than either of those trims.

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