Items 9 and 10: Direct and Overdrive Piston Outer and Inner Seal Ring Assembly Note
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.
- Install the new direct clutch piston inner seal and the direct clutch piston outer seal.
- Lubricate the seals with transmission fluid before installing. Using the special tool, install the direct clutch piston.
CAUTION:
The lip seals must be positioned as shown. Care must be taken to prevent rollover of the lip seal.
NOTE:
Use new seals to help prevent seal failures.
CAUTION:
Care must be taken to prevent damage to the seals during installation.