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Item 61: Band Adjusting Locknut Assembly Note

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    CAUTION: Do not allow the overdrive band adjustment screw to back out. The band strut could fall out of position.
    CAUTION: Install, but do not tighten, a new locknut on the band adjustment screw. Apply petroleum jelly to the locknut seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Locknut On Band Adjustment Screw
    G03182313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install a new locknut on the band adjustment screw.
  2. CAUTION: The overdrive servo must be installed prior to band adjustment.
    Fig 2: Tightening Overdrive Band Adjustment Screw
    G03182314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool, tighten the overdrive band adjustment screw. Then back off the screw exactly (2) turns and hold that position.
  4. Tighten the overdrive band locknut.
    1. Hold the overdrive band adjustment screw stationary.
    2. Tighten the overdrive band locknut.
    Fig 3: Tightening Overdrive Band Locknut
    G03182315Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.