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Solenoids - Shift, Torque Converter Clutch, Electronic Pressure Control: Installation

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  1. Install the new solenoid(s).
    Fig 1: Installing Solenoid(s)
    G03275526Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    2. CAUTION: The solenoid clamp must be installed in the TCC and EPC solenoid grooves, shift solenoid pockets and the No. 204 plug.
  2. Install the solenoid clamp.
    1. Position the solenoid clamp on the main control valve body.
    2. Install the solenoid clamp screws.
      Fig 2: Installing Solenoid Clamp
      G03275527Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the six solenoid electrical connectors.
    1. Connect shift solenoid SSA, SSB, SSC, SSD electrical connectors.
    2. Connect the TCC solenoid electrical connector.
    3. Connect the EPC solenoid electrical connector.
      Fig 3: Connecting Solenoid Electrical Connectors
      G03275528Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. CAUTION: Excessive pressure may break the retaining pins.
  4. Install the main control valve body wire loom.
    • Align the retaining pins to the holes in the solenoid clamps and gently press in the main control valve body wire loom guide and protector.
      Fig 4: Installing Main Control Valve Body Wire Loom
      G03275529Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the transmission fluid filter.
    • Install the transmission fluid filter.
    • Install the transmission fluid filter screw.
      Fig 5: Installing Transmission Fluid Filter
      G03275530Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the transmission fluid pan.
    1. Position a new transmission fluid pan gasket on the transmission fluid pan.
    2. Align and install the transmission fluid pan.
      • Loosely install the transmission fluid pan screws.
        Fig 6: Positioning Transmission Fluid Pan
        G03275531Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Tighten the transmission fluid pan screws.
    • Tighten the transmission fluid pan screws in a crisscross sequence.
      Fig 7: Transmission Fluid Pan Screws Tightening Sequence
      G03275532Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the servo heat shield over the servos and clip it to the pan rail.
    Fig 8: Installing Servo Heat Shield
    G03275533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. NOTE: Start with a minimum of 3.7 liters (4 quarts) clean automatic transmission fluid.
  9. Fill transmission with clean automatic transmission fluid to the correct fluid level.
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