4R70W Transmission
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
When the battery is disconnect and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to relearn the strategy.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect the Digital Transmission Range (DTR) electrical connector. See Fig 1. Do not pry on the swivel tube to disconnect the transmission shift linkage. Disconnect the manual lever shift control cable. Remove the manual control lever nut and discard. Remove the lever.
- Loosen the DTR sensor bolts. Manual shift lever must be in the Neutral position. Using the Transmission Range Sensor Alignment Gauge (307-351), align the DTR sensor slots. See Fig 2. The tool is designed to fit snug. Tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install and position the manual control lever. Install a new manual lever shaft outer nut and torque to specification. With the manual lever in overdrive connect the shift lever control cable. Install the DTR sensor electrical connector. Lower the vehicle. Connect the battery ground cable.