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Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - CD4E article.
  3. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
    • To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.