Overdrive Servo: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the return spring and the intermediate overdrive servo piston.
Install the servo cover cap.
Install the special tool.

Fig 1: Identifying Installation Special Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION:

Do not use a screwdriver to install the retaining ring or damage to the case may occur. Use only snap ring pliers to install the retaining ring.
If the case is stamped "WG", install a wide-groove snap ring, or the servo will be damaged.

NOTE: If the servo cover will not seat deep enough in the bore to install the servo cover retaining ring, use a blunt punch or small hammer and gently tap the cover around the outer edge until the servo cover retaining ring can be installed.

Tighten the special tool bolt.
- Install the servo cover retaining ring.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Loosen the special tool bolt.
- When the spring tension is released, remove the special tool.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the transmission fluid cooler tube and bolt.
- Tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Line Bracket & Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the LH splash shield and the 7 retainers.
- Tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 5: View Of LH Splash Shield And Retainers
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Start the vehicle. Place the transmission range selector lever in each gear and allow to engage. Check for leaks.
Check the transmission fluid.