Transmission Insulator and Retainer: Installation

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Install the rear transmission insulator and retainer and lower the transmission onto the crossmember.

Fig 1: Locating Rear Transmission Insulator And Retainer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: It may be necessary to raise the back of the transmission slightly in order to install the bolts.

Fig 2: Locating Transmission Insulator And Retainer Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Loosely install the transmission insulator and retainer extension housing bolts.
If required, install a new transmission insulator and retainer stud.
- Tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
Loosely install the transmission insulator-to-crossmember nuts.

Fig 3: Locating Rear Transmission Insulator And Retainer Nuts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Tighten the transmission insulator and retainer bolts and nuts.
- Tighten transmission insulator and retainer extension housing bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
- Tighten transmission insulator-to-crossmember nuts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Transmission Insulator-To-Crossmember Nuts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.