Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Some solenoid body bolts and wire loom bolts will need to be removed in order to remove affected solenoids.

NOTE: The line pressure solenoid is not serviced in the vehicle. The solenoid body will need to be removed to remove line pressure solenoid. For additional information, refer to MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY .

Remove the transmission fluid pan, gasket and filter. For additional information, refer to FLUID PAN, GASKET AND FILTER .
Disconnect the affected shift solenoid electrical connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Affected Shift Solenoid Electrical Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the affected shift solenoid.
1. Remove the retaining E-clip.
2. Remove the affected shift solenoid.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Retaining E-Clip And Affected Shift Solenoid
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.