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Section 847 (Automatic Transmission - 4R70W/4R75W): Installation: Transmission: Installation

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    ALL APPLICATIONS 

  1. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage, condition of terminals, corrosion and seal integrity. Repair or install new as required.
    Fig 1: Inspecting Wiring Harness And Connectors For Damage
    G02765820Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Position, then raise the transmission into the vehicle.
      WARNING: The torque converter must be held firmly in its installed position.
    • While holding the torque converter, carefully tilt the front of the transmission downward.
    • CAUTION: Do not allow the torque converter drive flats to disengage from the pump gear.
    • While continuing to hold the torque converter raise the transmission downward.
    • CAUTION: Watch for obstruction.
    • While continuing to hold the torque converter raise the transmission positioning the extension housing above the exhaust crossover pipe.
    • CAUTION: Watch for clearance between the transmission and engine and the transmission and exhaust crossover pipe.
    • Tilt the front of the transmission upward until level.
    Fig 2: Tilting Front Of Transmission Upward
    G02765821Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 3: Removing Special Tool
    G02765822Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. CAUTION: Use care not to damage the flexplate and the converter pilot. The torque converter must rest squarely against the flexplate, indicating the converter pilot is not binding in the crankshaft.
    Fig 4: Aligning Torque Converter Studs With Mounting Holes In Flexplate
    G02765823Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Align the torque converter studs with the mounting holes in the flexplate. Install the transmission to the engine.
  6. 4.6L AND 5.4L ENGINES 

  7. Install and alternately tighten the torque converter housing-to-engine retaining bolts.
    Fig 5: Tightening Torque Converter Housing-To-Engine Retaining Bolts
    G02765824Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. 4.6L AND 5.4L ENGINES 

  9. Install four new torque converter nuts.
    Fig 6: Installing Torque Converter Nuts
    G02765825Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the flexplate inspection plate and the bolts. Install the rear engine plate-to-torque converter housing retaining bolt.
    Fig 7: Installing Flexplate Inspection Plate And Bolts
    G02765826Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. 4.6L AND 5.4L ENGINES 

  12. Install the access plugs.
    Fig 8: Installing Access Plugs
    G02765827Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. ALL APPLICATIONS 

  14. Connect the electrical connectors and install the wire harness on the transmission.
    1. Connect the digital TR sensor electrical connector.
    2. Connect the OSS sensor electrical connector.
    3. Install the TSS sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 9: Installing TSS Sensor Electrical Connector
    G02765828Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the solenoid body connector.
    Fig 10: Connecting Solenoid Body Connector
    G02765829Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. If so equipped, install the front A/C deflector assembly with the fasteners.
    Fig 11: Installing Front A/C Deflector Assembly With Fasteners
    G02765830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. 4.6L ENGINES 

  18. Install the bracket onto the hanger and position it to the transmission insulator and retainer. Install the bolt.
    Fig 12: Installing Bracket Onto Hanger
    G02765831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. ALL APPLICATIONS 

  20. Install the transmission support crossmember.
    1. Install the transmission support crossmember onto the retainer and insulator studs. Install the retaining nuts hand-tight.
    2. Raise the transmission, aligning the transmission support crossmember to the frame.
    3. Install the stud brackets and the retaining nuts.
    4. Tighten the retainer and insulator-to-crossmember retaining nuts.
    Fig 13: Tightening Retainer And Insulator-To-Crossmember Retaining Nuts
    G02765832Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Remove the high-lift transmission jack.
    Fig 14: Removing High-Lift Transmission Jack
    G02765833Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. 4.6L ENGINES 

  23. Connect the catalyst monitoring sensor harness connectors.
    Fig 15: Connecting Catalyst Monitoring Sensor Harness Connectors
    G02765834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. Tighten the clamp.
    Fig 16: Tightening Clamp
    G02765835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. ALL APPLICATIONS 

  26. Install the exhaust heat shield-to-crossmember retaining bolts.
    Fig 17: Installing Exhaust Heat Shield-To-Crossmember Retaining Bolts
    G02765836Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. ALL APPLICATIONS 

  28. Install the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTERS - EXCEPT DIESEL .
  29. NOTE: The output shaft and the driveshaft are a balanced assembly.
    Fig 18: Aligning Index Marks And Position Driveshaft On Transmission
    G02765837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Install the driveshaft.
    • Align the index marks and position the driveshaft on the transmission.
    • Position the driveshaft to the rear differential.
  31. NOTE: To maintain initial driveshaft balance, align the index marks made during removal.
    Fig 19: Installing Driveshaft
    G02765838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Install the driveshaft.
    1. Install the driveshaft.
    2. Install the bolts.
  33. 4.6L AND 5.4L ENGINES 

  34. Install the shift cable and bracket.
    1. Install the bolts.
    2. Connect the clip.
    Fig 20: Installing Shift Cable And Bracket
    G02765839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  35. NOTE: Prior to installation, check the condition of the transmission fluid filler tube O-ring. If damaged, install a new O-ring.
    Fig 21: Installing Fluid Filler Tube Into Transmission
    G02765840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  36. Install the fluid filler tube into the transmission. Position the retaining brackets. Install the bolt and nut.
  37. ALL APPLICATIONS 

  38. With a drain pan correctly positioned, remove the plugs and connect the fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 22: Connecting Fluid Cooler Tubes
    G02765841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  39. Install the bolts and position fuel line in place.
    Fig 23: Installing Bolts And Position Fuel Line In Place
    G02765842Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  40. ALL APPLICATIONS 

  41. Connect the electrical harness connectors.
    Fig 24: Connecting Electrical Harness Connectors
    G02765843Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  42. Use the following guidelines for the in-line transmission fluid filter:
    • If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a new in-line fluid filter.
    • If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a new in-line fluid filter kit.
    • If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, do not install an in-line filter or filter kit.
    • If installing a new or a Ford authorized remanufactured transmission, install the in-line transmission fluid filter that is supplied.

    Prior to lowering the vehicle, install a new in-line transmission filter or a filter kit. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID IN-LINE FILTER .

  43. Install the engine cover. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  44. Install the air cleaner air intake duct assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  45. NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
  46. Connect the battery ground cable.
  47. Fill the transmission to the specified level with clean automatic transmission fluid.