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Removal And Installation: Transmission: Installation

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NOTE: Prior to installing a new, re-manufactured or overhauled transmission, the transmission fluid cooler tubes must be cleaned, otherwise transmission failure may occur.
NOTE: Prior to installing a new, re-manufactured or overhauled transmission, flush out the cooler and cooler tubes. REFER to Transaxle Transmission Cooling .

  1. 1.

    If removed, inspect the transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube backing rings and seals for damage and install new backing rings or seals if necessary. Lubricate the transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube seals with automatic transmission fluid and install the backing rings and seals on the transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tubes.

    1. 1.

      Seal

    1. 2.

      Backing ring
GFD35748Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 2.

    If removed, position the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve and transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube assembly in place and install the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve bracket nuts.
    • Torque: 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
GFD35746Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    If removed, install new transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube bolts.
    • Torque: 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
GFD35745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 4.

    Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with Multi-Purpose Grease.
GFD35749Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: If the transmission is not positioned on the dowel pins, damage to the transmission may occur.

  1. 5.
    If the dowel pins were pulled out of the engine block during removal, install new dowel pins in the engine block.
GFD35750Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 6.

    Support the transmission with a transmission jack. Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.

  1. 7.

    Position the transmission behind the engine and remove 307-566.
GFD35744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 8.

    Align the torque converter stud marked during removal with the flexplate, position the transmission on the dowel pins and install the lower transmission-to-engine bolts.
    • Torque: 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
GFD35743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 9.

    Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve.
GFD34152Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 10.

    Install the secondary latches on the transmission fluid cooler tubes at the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve.
GFD34128Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 11.

    Connect the TSS sensor electrical connector and the wiring retainer on the transmission fluid thermal bypass valve bracket.
GFD35742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 12.

    Connect the transmission main electrical connector and install the wiring retainer on the transmission fluid thermal bypass valve bracket.
GFD35741Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 13.

    Using 303-F072, raise and support the transmission until it contacts the transmission support insulator and install the transmission support insulator bolt.
    • Torque: 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
GFD35740Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 14.

    Remove 303-F072.
GFD35739Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 15.

    Install the cowl panel. REFER to Front End Body Panels .

  1. 16.

    Install the 2 EPAS wiring retainers on the transmission.
GFD35738Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 17.

    Install the catalytic converter. REFER to Exhaust System .

  1. 18.

    Inspect the LH transaxle case bushing. If the surface shows signs of excessive wear or damage, replace the transaxle case bushing. Refer to Transmission Case Bushing .
GFD33810Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 19.

    Inspect the LH halfshaft journal. If there is metal transfer on the journal, replace the LH halfshaft. REFER to Front Drive Halfshafts .
    Item Part Number Description
    1 - Halfshaft journal with normal wear.
    2 - Halfshaft journal with metal transfer.
GFD33809Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 20.

    Inspect the halfshaft for wear or damage and install a new halfshaft, if necessary.

    1. 1.

      Inspect the differential seal surface.

    1. 2.

      Inspect the halfshaft bushing surface. If this surface is damaged, inspect the halfshaft bushing for damage.

    1. 3.

      Inspect the differential side gear splines.
GFD35751Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: Make sure to install the correct circlip for this application. Failure to use the correct diameter circlip may result in shaft removal concerns or shaft damage during vehicle operation.

  1. 21.
    Install the correct new circlip on the inboard stub shaft.
GFD34153Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: If the transmission has been replaced or overhauled, the halfshaft seals do not need to be replaced.

  1. 22.
    If necessary, install a new LH halfshaft seal. Refer to, Halfshaft Seal - LH .

  1. 23.

    Install a seal protector on the LH halfshaft seal.
GFD35752Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 24.

    Push the LH halfshaft into the transmission so the splines go through the special tool and remove the seal protector.
GFD33815Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 25.

    Push the LH halfshaft into the transmission so the circlip locks into the differential side gear. Pull the halfshaft inner end to make sure the circlip is locked.
GFD35753Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 26.

    1. 1.

      Inspect the RH halfshaft seal surface.

    1. 2.

      Inspect the dust shield.

    1. 3.

      Inspect the differential side gear splines.
GFD35754Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: If the transmission has been replaced or overhauled, the halfshaft seals do not need to be replaced.

  1. 27.
    If necessary, install a new RH halfshaft seal. Refer to, Halfshaft Seal - RH .

  1. 28.

    Install a seal protector on the RH halfshaft seal.
GFD35755Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 29.

    Push the RH halfshaft into the transmission so the splines go through the seal protector and remove the seal protector.
GFD35756Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 30.

    Install the RH halfshaft assembly.
GFD35757Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 31.

    Install the halfshaft bracket nuts.
    • Torque: 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
GFD34155Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 32.

    Install the subframe. REFER to Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System . Install the roll restrictor bracket and the roll restrictor bracket bolts on the transmission.
    • Torque: 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
GFD35736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: Rotate the engine in a clockwise direction only or engine damage will occur.

  1. 33.
    Install new torque converter nuts.
    • Torque: 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
GFD34151Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 34.

    Install the starter insulator.
GFD34138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 35.

    Install the starter. REFER to Starting System .

  1. 36.

    Install the upper transmission-to-engine bolts.
    • Torque: 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
GFD34146Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 37.

    Install the wiring retainer on the upper transmission-to-engine studbolt.
GFD34140Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 38.

    Install the wiring harness retainers on the main control cover studbolts.
GFD35715Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 39.

    Install the selector lever cable bracket and the bolts.
    • Torque: 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
GFD35758Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 40.

    Install the battery tray. REFER to Battery, Mounting and Cables .

  1. 41.

    Install the ACL assembly and outlet pipe. REFER to Intake Air Distribution and Filtering .

  1. 42.

    Adjust the selector lever cable. REFER to Automatic Transaxle Transmission External Controls Transmission Control Switch (TCS) .

  1. 43.

    Fill the transmission with transmission fluid to the correct level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill .

  1. 44.

    After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.

  1. 45.

    If a new solenoid body is installed, the solenoid body strategy will need to be updated. Refer to Solenoid Body Strategy Download .
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