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1-2 Accumulator: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Drain transmission fluid and remove the transmission fluid pan and filter. For additional information, refer to FLUID PAN, GASKET AND FILTER .
  3. Compress the 1-2 accumulator piston and remove the accumulator piston retaining ring.
    Fig 1: Removing Accumulator Piston Retaining Ring
    G03888654Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the 1-2 shift accumulator assembly.
    1. Remove the 1-2 accumulator cover.
    2. Remove the 1-2 accumulator inner and outer springs.
    3. Remove the 1-2 accumulator piston.
    4. Remove the 1-2 accumulator upper spring.
    Fig 2: Removing 1-2 Shift Accumulator Assembly
    G03888652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.