WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The reverse band actuating lever must fit into the notches in the band.
Fig 1: Installing Reverse Band Actuating Lever Into Reverse Band
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the reverse band actuating lever into the reverse band.