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Section 2241 (Automatic Transmission - 4R70E/W, 4R75E/W): Installation: Transmission: Installation

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  1. If not installed during assembly, install the special tool.
    2. Fig 1: Holding Converter In Housing Using Special Tool (307-346)
    G03964338Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage, condition of terminals, corrosion and seal integrity. Repair or install new as required.
    3. Fig 2: Wiring Harness
    GF0012387Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position then raise the transmission into the vehicle.
      WARNING: Secure the torque converter in the transmission during removal or installation. The torque converter is heavy and may result in injury if it falls out of the transmission. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
    • While holding the torque converter, carefully tilt the front of the transmission downward.
      • CAUTION: Do not allow the torque converter drive flats to disengage from the pump gear, or damage may occur.
    • While continuing to hold the torque converter, raise the transmission upward.
      • CAUTION: Watch for clearance between the transmission and the right side heat shield, as well as other obstructions while raising the transmission, or damage may occur.
    • While continuing to hold the torque converter raise the transmission positioning the extension housing above the exhaust crossover pipe.
      • CAUTION: Watch for clearance between the transmission and the exhaust crossover pipe, or damage may occur.
    • Tilt the front of the transmission upward until level.
    4. Fig 3: Installing Transmission
    GF0012388Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the special tool.
    5. Fig 4: Holding Converter In Housing Using Special Tool (307-346)
    G03964338Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Use care not to damage the flexplate and the converter pilot. The torque converter must rest squarely against the flexplate, indicating the converter pilot is not binding in the crankshaft.
  5. Align the torque converter studs with the mounting holes in the flexplate. Install the transmission to the engine.
    6. Fig 5: Aligning Torque Converter Studs With Flexplate Mounting Holes
    GF0012389Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install and alternately tighten the torque converter housing-to-engine retaining bolts.
    • Tighten to 59 Nm (44 lb-ft).
    7. Fig 6: Converter Housing-To-Engine Retaining Bolts
    GF0012390Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install 4 new torque converter nuts.
    • Tighten to 36 Nm (27 lb-ft).
    8. Fig 7: Torque Converter Nut
    GF0012391Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the flexplate inspection plate and the bolts. Install the rear engine plate-to-torque converter housing retaining bolt.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
    9. Fig 8: Flexplate Inspection Plate & Bolts
    GF0012392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the access plugs.
    10. Fig 9: Access Plugs
    GF0012371Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Connect the electrical connectors and install the wire harness on the transmission.
    1. Connect the digital transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
    2. Connect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor electrical connector.
    3. Install the turbine shaft speed (TSS) sensor electrical connector.
    11. Fig 10: Identifying Transmission Electrical Connectors
    G03882612Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the solenoid body connector.
    12. Fig 11: Solenoid Body Connector
    GF0012380Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. If equipped, install the front A/C deflector assembly with the fasteners.
    13. Fig 12: Front A/C Deflector Assembly
    GF0012393Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the transmission support crossmember.
    1. Install the transmission support crossmember onto the retainer and insulator studs. Install the retaining nuts hand-tight.
    2. Raise the transmission, aligning the transmission support crossmember to the frame.
    3. Install the stud brackets and the retaining nuts.
      • Tighten to 81 Nm (60 lb-ft).
    4. Tighten the retainer and insulator-to-crossmember retaining nuts.
      • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    14. Fig 13: Transmission Support Crossmember
    GF0012394Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Remove the high-lift transmission jack.
    15. Fig 14: Transmission Jack
    GF0012376Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the catalyst monitoring sensor harness connectors.
    16. Fig 15: Catalyst Monitoring Sensor Harness Connectors
    GF0012395Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the exhaust heat shield-to-crossmember retaining bolts.
    • Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
    17. Fig 16: Exhaust Heat Shield-To-Crossmember Retaining Bolts
    GF0012375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM - GASOLINE ENGINES article.
    18. NOTE: The output shaft and the driveshaft are a balanced assembly.
  18. Install the driveshaft.
    • Align the index marks and position the driveshaft on the transmission.
    • Position the driveshaft to the rear differential.
    19. Fig 17: Positioning Driveshaft On Transmission
    GF0003502Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: To maintain initial driveshaft balance, align the index marks made during removal.
  19. Install the driveshaft bolts and the driveshaft.
    • Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
    20. Fig 18: Identifying Driveshaft Bolts
    G04016647Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Install the selector lever cable and bracket.
    1. Install the bolts.
      • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    2. Connect the clip.
    21. Fig 19: Selector Lever Cable Bracket & Clip
    GF0012396Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Prior to installation, check the condition of the transmission fluid filler tube O-ring. If damaged, install a new O-ring.
  21. Install the transmission fluid filler tube into the transmission. Position the retaining brackets and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    22. Fig 20: Identifying Tube Support Bracket Bolt
    G03887936Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Install the transmission fluid filler tube nut.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) for 4.6L.
    • Tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft) for 5.4L.
    23. Fig 21: Identifying Transmission Fluid Indicator Tube Retaining Nut
    G03885597Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. With a drain pan correctly positioned, remove the plugs and connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    • Tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
    24. Fig 22: Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes At Transmission
    GF0012397Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. Install the transmission bolts and position fuel line in place.
    • Tighten to 59 Nm (44 lb-ft).
    25. Fig 23: Transmission Bolts
    GF0012398Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Connect the electrical harness connectors.
    26. Fig 24: Electrical Harness Connectors
    GF0012399Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  26. Use the following guidelines for the inline transmission fluid filter:
    • If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with an inline transmission fluid filter, install a new inline transmission fluid filter.
    • If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with an inline transmission fluid filter, install a new inline transmission fluid filter kit.
    • If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, do not install an inline transmission filter or filter kit.
    • If installing a new or a Ford authorized remanufactured transmission, install a new inline transmission fluid filter.

      Prior to lowering the vehicle, install a new inline transmission filter or a filter kit. For additional information, refer to Transmission Fluid In-Line Filter .

  27. Install the engine cover. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
  28. Install the air cleaner air intake duct assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.
    29. NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
  29. Connect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
  30. Fill the transmission to the specified level with clean transmission fluid.
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