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Item 59: Fluid Pump Assembly Note

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    CAUTION: Make sure that the fluid pump inlet thrust washer (No. 1), selective thrust washer, fluid pump gasket and the fluid pump-to-case 0-ring seal remain in the correct position throughout this step.
    Fig 1: Installing Fluid Pump
    G03182309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install the fluid pump.
  2. CAUTION: The special tools must be used to correctly align the pump with the adapter plate to reduce gear noise, bushing failure and leakage.
    Fig 2: Aligning Fluid Pump To Adapter Plate
    G03182310Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool, align the fluid pump to the adapter plate.