Main Control Valve Body - Solenoid Body Check: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Excursion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Inspect and test the shift solenoids. Go to PINPOINT TEST A: SHIFT SOLENOIDS
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The solenoid body cannot be disassembled to clean and inspect for contamination. Contamination is a major source of solenoid body failure. Install a new solenoid body anytime contamination is evident.
- Clean and inspect the solenoid body.
- Check the connector pins for corrosion and possible bent condition.
- If large amounts of contamination are present a new solenoid body will need to be installed.
- Remove O-ring and discard.
- Install new O-ring and lubricate with petroleum jelly or equivalent.