Item 1: Transmission Assembly Installation Note

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Install the special tool.

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool
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NOTE: Align the flexplate-to-converter marks made during the removal procedure.

Raise and position the transmission to the back of the engine. Remove the special tool prior to attaching the transmission to the engine.
On vehicles equipped with a 4.6L engine, install the seven engine-to-transmission retaining bolts.

Fig 2: Installing Engine-To-Transmission Retaining Bolts
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On vehicles equipped with a 4.0L engine, position the fuel line bracket in place and install the six retaining bolts.

Fig 3: Installing Retaining Bolts
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NOTE: The RH side is shown, LH is similar.

Fig 4: Installing Front Crossmember

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Install the front crossmember.