2009 Lincoln Town Car Owner's Manual - Page 233

Pull the dipstick out and read the fluid level. When checking fluid at normal operating temperatures 150˚F-170˚F (66˚C-77˚C), the fluid level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick. When the vehicle has not been driven, and outside temperatures are above 68˚F (20˚C), the fluid levels should be between the holes on the dipstick. NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community's standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call your local recycling center to find out about recycling automotive fluids. Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct type will be used. Correct type is shown on the dipstick. Add fluid in 1/2 pint (.25L) increments through the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. If the level is above the top hole on the dipstick, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician. Automatic transmission dipstick 231