Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
- Loosen the 4 converter-to-manifold nuts.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Using a suitable transmission jack, support the transmission.
- Remove the transmission mount crossmember and lower the transmission enough to gain access to the digital transmission range (TR) sensor.
- To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the tie strap from the digital TR sensor connector boot.
- Slide the rubber boot back and disconnect the digital TR sensor connector.
- Disconnect the transmission shift cable from the manual control lever.
- Remove the screws the digital TR screws and remove the digital TR sensor.
- To install, alternately tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Verify that the shift cable is adjusted correctly. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
WARNING:
Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety chain. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
The digital transmission range sensor must fit flush against the boss on the case to prevent damage to the sensor.
NOTE:
The manual lever must be in the NEUTRAL position when installing the digital TR.