Section 426 (Automatic Transmission - 5R55S): Installation: Transmission
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety chain.
- Install the parts in order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
- Install the exhaust system and front heat shields. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
- Connect the battery ground cable.
- Carry out the fluid level check. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL CHECK in this section.
- Verify that the shift cable is correctly adjusted. For additional information, refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT in this section.
- Check the operation of the transmission and inspect for leaks.
WARNING:
Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety chain. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
NOTE:
When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms can occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The customer needs to be notified that they can experience slightly different upshifts (either soft or firm) and that this is a temporary condition and will eventually return to normal operating condition.
Item 1: Transmission Assembly Installation Note
- While raising and positioning the transmission to the engine, install the wire harness to the top of the transmission.
NOTE:
Align the flexplate-to-converter marks made during the removal procedure.
Item 5: Fluid Cooler Tube Nuts Installation Note
- Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
CAUTION:
Use care not to bend or force the cooler tubes, otherwise damage to the cooler tubes and the transmission can result.
Item 6: Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket Nuts Installation Note
- Install the transmission fluid cooler line bracket.
- Connect the wire harness to the cooler line bracket.
- Install the splash shield, then install the screws and pushpin.
Item 7: Transmission Range (TR) Sensor Electrical Connector Installation Note
- Reconnect the digital TR sensor connector.
- Slide the boot over the digital TR sensor connector and install a new tie strap.
Item 8: Wire Harness Retainers Installation Note
- Connect the wire harness retainers to the transmission.
Item 9: Solenoid Body Harness Connector Installation Note
- Install and lubricate new O-ring seals on the transmission connector and connect the connector.
CAUTION:
Damage will occur to the solenoid body assembly if the screw is tightened above the specification.
NOTE:
Always install new O-ring seals on the vehicle harness connector.
NOTE:
Use petroleum jelly to lubricate the O-ring seals to aid in the installation process.
Item 12: Wire Harness Retainer Installation Note
- Install the wire harness to the top of the transmission shift cable bracket.
Item 14: Shift Cable Retainer Installation Note
- Install the shift cable to the rear transmission support.
Item 18: Heated Oxygen Sensor Electrical Connector Retainer Installation Note
- Install the heated oxygen sensor connector to the front of the transmission pan rail.
Item 19: Heated Oxygen Sensor Electrical Connector Installation Note
- Reconnect the heated oxygen sensor connectors and install the sensor wire retaining clip to the right side of the transmission pan rail.
Item 20: Transmission Assembly Installation Note
- Use the following guidelines for the in-line transmission fluid filter:
- If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a new in-line fluid filter.
- If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a new in-line fluid filter kit.
- If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, do not install an in-line filter or filter kit.
- If installing a new or a Ford-authorized remanufactured transmission, install the in-line transmission fluid filter that is supplied.
Prior to lowering the vehicle, install a new in-line transmission filter or a filter kit. For additional information refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID IN-LINE FILTER in this section.
Item 21: Output Shaft Flange Coupler Installation Note
- Align the index marks and position the bushing on the transmission flange piloting system.
CAUTION:
Align the index marks made during removal or driveshaft imbalance can occur.
Item 22: Output Shaft Flange Coupler Screws Installation Note
- Install the three nuts, washers and bolts.
CAUTION:
Install the bolts, washers, and nuts in their original position or driveshaft imbalance can occur. Install the driveshaft flex coupling bolts with the head of the bolt seated against the flange, and the nuts seated against the flex coupling.