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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 5R55S .
  2. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

    To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 

    PART IDENTIFICATION

    Part Steps
    Flexplate 1-2
    Crankshaft rear seal 1-5
    Fig 1: Removing Flexplate and Crankshaft Rear Seal
    G03180638Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.