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Item 11: Stator Support Seal Assembly Note

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    CAUTION: Be careful not to overstretch the seal ring past the seal ring groove, or damage to the seal will occur.
    Fig 1: Installing Fluid Pump Seal Ring
    G03182195Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Using the special tools, install the fluid pump seal ring.
  2. CAUTION: Verify correct seal installation. Make sure seal grooves are clean and free of burrs.
    Fig 2: Checking Seal Installation
    G03182196Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Verify that the seal is installed correctly. Make sure seal grooves are clean and free of burrs. Make sure that the seal is seated into the groove.
  4. CAUTION: Failure to correctly size the seal will damage the seal when the torque converter is installed.
    Fig 3: Checking Seal Size
    G03182197Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Using the special tool, size the seal to the correct size. Leave the special tool on the seal for two minutes to obtain the correct seal size.