Solenoid Body: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The pressure switches shown in this procedure will not be applicable to all vehicle applications. Some vehicles will not have the pressure switches or the harness installed in the valve body.
- Remove the manual valve.
- Remove and discard the solenoid body electrical connector O-ring seal.
- Remove the main control valve body electrical harness.
- Remove the two bolts.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Twist and push the bulkhead connector through the solenoid body.
- Remove the solenoid body electrical harness.
- Remove the retaining clips and remove the solenoids.
- Remove the retaining clips, pressure switches (if equipped) and the transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor.
- Note the location and length of each bolt. Remove the four bolts and remove the top half of the main control valve body.
- Remove and discard the gasket.
- Remove the bolts, backing plate and discard the gasket. Clean and inspect the components.
NOTE:
Mark the location of each solenoid for correct installation.
NOTE:
Mark the location of each pressure switch for correct installation.
NOTE:
The gasket should not be cleaned or reused. A new gasket should always be installed.