I know your Transit is a 2000 but there would be 3 options on this van. If it's the older 2.5 Di then yes it can be done in place. If it's the newer 2.0 or 2.4 then I'm not sure it can be done in place.
MrMPuk
May 2007
I can answer this question...
how can i fix ford transit 2000 lower oil pan gasket leak?