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IF4E & 4EAT (Escort & Tracer)

  1. Remove square head plug. See Fig 1. Install Transmission Test Adapter (D87C-7700-A) and Pressure Gauge (T57L-77820-A). Position gear shift in PARK position. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
    NOTE: Bolt "1" MUST be loosen before bolt "2". See Fig 2.
  2. Loosen bolt "1" then bolt "2". Verify throttle plate is fully closed. Tighten bolt "1" to 61-86 inch lbs. (7-10 N.m). Pull back on throttle cable conduit until line pressure slightly exceeds 62-81 psi (4.4-5.7 kg/cm2 ).
  3. Push throttle cable conduit in until line pressure decreases to adjustment pressure of 71 psi (5 kg/cm2 ). Tighten bolt "2" to 61-86 inch lbs. (7-10 N.m). Verify that all slack is removed from cable.
  4. Any movement of cable MUST result in an increase of line pressure. Turn ignition off. Verify smooth operation of throttle cable. Start engine and slightly press accelerator pedal, then run engine at an idle.
  5. Verify that line pressure is within specification. If line pressure is incorrect, repeat procedure. If line pressure is correct, turn ignition off. Remove pressure gauge and install NEW square head plug. Tighten plug to 44-86 inch lbs. (5-10 N.m).
Fig 1: Identifying Square Head Plug
G97E03878Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Identifying Cable Pinch Bolts
G97I03880Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.