Disassembly And Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the output shaft speed (OSS) bolt and the OSS sensor.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Remove the reverse lockout solenoid bolt and the reverse lockout solenoid.
- To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
- Remove the 3 reverse idler shaft bracket bolts and the reverse idler shaft bracket.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Remove the reverse idler gear.
- Remove the reverse idler gear needle bearing.
- Inspect the needle bearing for wear or damage. Install a new bearing as necessary.
- Remove the reverse idler gear shaft.
- If necessary, remove the bearing and fluid funnel assembly.
- Remove the countershaft bearing cup snap ring and the bearing cup.
- Remove and discard the extension housing seal.
- Clean the housing with solvent and dry with compressed air. Clean and check the sealing surface for nicks or scratches. Inspect the housing for cracks.
- If the housing is cracked, install a new housing. If the sealing surface has nicks or scratches, use a soft stone or crocus cloth to remove.
- Remove the snap ring. Position the extension housing with the seal facing downward. Using a brass drift, remove the output shaft bearing.
- To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.