Disassembly and Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Individual parts of the planet assemblies are not repairable.

Remove the lube slinger.

Fig 1: Removing Lube Slinger
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Remove the No. 12 forward clutch thrust bearing.

Fig 2: Removing Forward Clutch Thrust Bearing
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Remove the No. 11 thrust bearing.

Fig 3: Removing Thrust Bearing
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Inspect the forward planet assembly.
- The pins and shafts in the plant assemblies should be checked for loose fit or damage. Use a new planet assembly if either condition exists.
- Inspect the pinion gears for damaged or excessively worn teeth.
- Check for free rotation of the pinion gears.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Forward Planet Assembly
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To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
- Lightly lubricate the thrust bearings with petroleum jelly to hold them place during assembly.
- The No. 12 thrust bearing must be installed with the notched inner race facing outward.