Disassembly & Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. 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 No. 12 Forward Clutch Thrust Bearing
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Remove the No. 11 thrust bearing.

Fig 3: Removing No. 11 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: Checking For Free Rotation Of Pinion Gears
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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.