Item 2: Solenoid Body Harness Electrical Connector Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Damage will occur to the solenoid body assembly if the screw is tightened above specification.

NOTE: Always install new O-ring seals on vehicle harness connector.

NOTE: Clean the area around connector to prevent contamination of the solenoid body connector.

NOTE: Use petroleum jelly to lubricate the O-ring seals to aid in the installation process.

Fig 1: Installing And Lubricating New O-Ring Seals On Transmission Connector

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install and lubricate new O-ring seals on the transmission connector and connect the connector.