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  1. Thoroughly clean the transmission case and extension housing in solvent and blow dry with compressed air.
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Case
    GF0010294Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Inspect the transmission case for the following:
    1. Stripped bolt hole threads.
    2. Gasket and mating surfaces for burrs or nicks.
    3. Obstructions to vent and fluid passages.
    • Cracks or warpage.
    3. Fig 2: Inspecting Extension Housing For Cracks, Burrs Or Warpage
    GF0010295Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Inspect the extension housing for cracks, burrs or warpage.
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Case Bearing
    GF0010296Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Inspect the case bearing for damage. If damage to the case bearing is indicated, install a new case.
    5. Fig 4: Identifying Special Tools (307-262)
    GF0010297Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the special tool on the rear of the transmission case.
    6. Fig 5: Attaching Fixture Arm Of Special Tool (307-003)
    GF0010298Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Attach the fixture arm of the special tool as shown.
    7. Fig 6: Installing Transmission Into Special Tool (307-003)
    GF0010299Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    WARNING: Make sure the lock pin on the special tool is secure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  7. Install transmission into the special tool.
    • Rotate the transmission so that the fluid pan rail is facing up.
    8. Fig 7: Installing Manual Control Lever Shaft Seal Using Special Tool (307-050)
    GF0010052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using the special tool, install the manual control lever shaft seal.
    • Lubricate the manual control lever shaft seal with petroleum jelly.
    9. Fig 8: Identifying Manual Valve Inner Lever & Parking Lever Actuating Rod
    GF0010300Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Assemble the manual valve inner lever and parking lever actuating rod as shown.
    10. Fig 9: Identifying Manual Control Lever Shaft
    GF0010159Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the manual control lever shaft.
    11. Fig 10: Identifying Manual Control Lever Shaft Spring Pin
    GF0010158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Use care not to damage the fluid pan rail surface when installing the retaining pin.
    NOTE: Align the manual control lever shaft alignment groove with the manual control lever shaft spring pin bore in the transmission case.
  11. Install the manual control lever shaft spring pin.
    • Tap the manual control lever shaft spring pin into the transmission case.
    12. Fig 11: Locating Manual Control Valve Inner Lever & Parking Lever Actuating Rod
    GF0010157Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Align the flats on the manual valve inner lever with the flats on the manual control lever shaft.
  12. Install the manual valve inner lever and parking lever actuating rod on to the manual control lever shaft.
    13. Fig 12: Locating Manual Valve Inner Lever Nut On Manual Control Lever Shaft
    GF0010301Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: To avoid damage, do not allow the wrench to strike the manual valve inner lever pin.
  13. Install the manual valve inner lever nut on the manual control lever shaft.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    14. Fig 13: Locating No. 11 Output Shaft Thrust Washer
    GF0010155Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The tabs on the No. 11 output shaft thrust washer point into the case. Make sure the thrust washer is correctly seated.
  14. Install the No. 11 output shaft thrust washer.
    • Coat the output shaft thrust washer with petroleum jelly.
    15. Fig 14: Identifying Park Gear
    GF0010154Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the park gear.
    16. Fig 15: Identifying Low/Reverse Brake Drum
    GF0010302Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the low/reverse brake drum.
    • Rotate the low/reverse brake drum clockwise to install.
    17. Fig 16: Identifying No. 10B Needle Bearing
    GF0010285Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. If not already installed during subassembly, install the No. 10B needle bearing onto the output shaft ring gear and hub assembly.
    • Coat the needle bearing with petroleum jelly.
    18. Fig 17: Identifying Output Shaft
    GF0010153Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the output shaft through the output shaft park gear.
    19. Fig 18: Locating Output Shaft Ring Gear & Output Shaft Hub
    GF0010303Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Install the output shaft ring gear and output shaft hub.
    20. Fig 19: Locating Output Shaft Retaining Ring
    GF0010148Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Always install a new output shaft retaining ring.
  20. Install a new output shaft retaining ring.
    21. Fig 20: Installing Output Shaft Sleeve With Cone Facing Up
    GF0010304Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Install the output shaft sleeve with the cone facing up.
  21. Install the output shaft sleeve.
    22. Fig 21: Identifying Low/Reverse Planetary Carrier Needle Bearings
    GF0010305Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Install low/reverse planetary carrier needle bearings.
    1. Install the No. 8 low/reverse planetary carrier needle bearing on the front face of the low/reverse planetary.
    2. Install the No. 9 low/reverse planetary carrier needle bearing on the rear face of the low/reverse planetary.
    • Coat the No. 8 low/reverse planetary carrier needle bearing and No. 9 low/reverse planetary carrier needle bearing with petroleum jelly.
    23. Fig 22: Identifying No. 8 Low/Reverse Planetary Carrier Thrust Bearing
    GF0010143Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure needle bearings stay in place.
  23. Install the low/reverse planetary assembly with No. 8 and No. 9 low/reverse planetary carrier needle bearings into the output shaft ring gear.
    24. Fig 23: Identifying Low/Reverse Planetary Retaining Ring
    GF0010144Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The low/reverse brake drum must be pulled forward to install the low/reverse planet retaining ring.
  24. Install the low/reverse retaining ring into the low/reverse brake drum groove.
    25. Fig 24: Installing Low/Reverse Band Over Low/Reverse Brake Drum
    GF0010306Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure band is resting on the 2 anchor pins in the case.
  25. Install the low/reverse band over the low/reverse brake drum.
    26. Fig 25: Installing Low/Reverse Band Servo Piston & Rod To Hold Low/Reverse Band In Position
    GF0010307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  26. Temporarily install the low/reverse band servo piston and rod to hold the low/reverse band in position.
    27. Fig 26: Identifying Previously Assembled Forward Geartrain Assembly
    GF0010308Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Install the previously assembled forward geartrain assembly.
    28. WARNING: Make sure the lock pin on the special tool is secure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  28. Rotate the transmission assembly so that the converter housing surface is facing up.
    29. Fig 27: Setting Special Tool (307-263, 303-D026) On Top Of Case Assembly Shoulder
    GF0010309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  29. Select the No. 4 intermediate brake drum thrust bearing as follows:
    1. Install the special tool on the case assembly shoulder.
    2. Set the special tool on top as shown.
    30. Fig 28: Identifying Special Tools (303-D026, 307-263)
    GF0010310Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Calculate the thrust bearing thickness.
    • Extend the micrometer probe until it contacts the intermediate brake drum thrust bearing surface. Record the reading. This is dimension A.
    31. Fig 29: Placing Micrometer On Opposite Side Of Special Tool (303-D026, 307-263)
    GF0010311Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  31. Place the micrometer on the opposite side of the special tool and repeat the measurement. This is dimension B.
  32. Add dimension A and B, divide the total of A and B by 2. Then subtract the special tool thickness 17.78 mm (0.700 inch). Record this reading as dimension C.
    33. Fig 30: Placing Special Tool (303-D026, 307-263) Across Center Support
    GF0010312Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  33. Place the special tool across the center support. Place the micrometer on the top of the special tool.
    • Extend the micrometer probe until it makes contact with the center support thrust bearing surface. Record this reading as dimension D.
    34. Fig 31: Placing Special Tool On Opposite Side Of Special Tool (303-D026, 307-263)
    GF0010313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  34. Place the special tool on the opposite side of the special tool.
    • Extend the micrometer probe until it makes contact with the center support thrust bearing surface. Record this reading as dimension F.
    35. Fig 32: Subtracting Special Tool (303-D026, 307-263) Thickness 17.78 mm (0.700 Inch)
    GF0010314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  35. Add dimensions D and F, divide the total of D and F by 2. Subtract the special tool thickness 17.78 mm (0.700 inch) dimension E. The result is dimension G.
  36. Add dimensions C and G. This total is dimension H. Use the following chart to select the correct No. 4 thrust bearing. Reference end play is 0.20-0.54 mm (0.008-0.021 inch).
    Dimension H Service Part Number Bearing Thickness Identification (Notches)
    3.01-3.15 mm (0.119-0.124 inch) XW4Z-7D014-CA 2.65-2.80 mm (0.104-0.110 inch) None
    3.17-3.34 mm (0.125-0.132 inch) XW4Z-7D014-DA 2.80-2.95 mm (0.110-0.116 inch) 1
    3.36-3.54 mm (0.133-0.140 inch) XW4Z-7D014-EA 3.00-3.15 mm (0.118-0.124 inch) 2
    3.57-3.71 mm (0.141-0.147 inch) XW4Z-7D014-FA 3.20-3.35 mm (0.126-0.132 inch) 3
    37. Fig 33: Identifying Intermediate Servo Actuating Lever
    GF0010133Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  37. Install the intermediate servo actuating lever.
    38. Fig 34: Locating Intermediate Band Actuating Lever Shaft
    GF0010132Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The intermediate band lever shaft is shorter than the front band lever shaft.
  38. Install the intermediate band actuating lever shaft through the intermediate servo actuating lever.
    39. Fig 35: Locating Intermediate Band Apply Strut
    GF0010131Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  39. Install the intermediate band apply strut on the intermediate servo actuating lever.
    40. Fig 36: Locating Intermediate Band
    GF0010130Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Make sure that the intermediate apply strut is aligned with the band notch.
  40. Install the intermediate band.
    41. Fig 37: Locating Intermediate Band Anchor Strut
    GF0010129Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Use the intermediate band adjusting screw as a temporary alignment guide.
    NOTE: The intermediate and front band anchor struts and band adjustment screws are the same.
  41. Install the intermediate band anchor strut and the intermediate band adjustment screw.
    42. Fig 38: Installing No. 4 Selected Intermediate Brake Drum Thrust Washer On Center Support
    GF0010315Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  42. Install the No. 4 selected intermediate brake drum thrust washer on the center support.
    • Coat the intermediate brake drum thrust washer with petroleum jelly.
    43. Fig 39: Identifying Center Support
    GF0010316Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not apply pressure to the center support while installing. Damage to sealing rings can result.
    NOTE: Align the center support screw hole with correct case hole.
  43. Install the center support.
    1. Position the center support into the intermediate brake and direct clutch drum.
    2. Temporarily insert the input shaft and gently wiggle it until the center support is seated against the case shoulder, then remove the input shaft.
    44. Fig 40: Identifying Center Support Retaining Ring With Tapered Side Facing Up
    GF0010317Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Install the center support retaining ring with the tapered side facing up.
    CAUTION: Make sure the notch opening is not obstructed by the center support retaining ring.
  44. Install the center support retaining ring.
    1. Position the center support retaining ring with the tapered side facing up.
    2. Install the center support retaining ring so that the notch opening is not obstructed.
    45. Fig 41: Locating Center Support Lock nut & Cage
    GF0010318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  45. Install the center support lock nut and cage.
    46. Fig 42: Locating Center Support-To-Case Cap Screw
    GF0010319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  46. Loosely install the center support-to-case cap screw.
    47. Fig 43: Identifying TSS Sensor & Screw
    GF0010320Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Carefully route the turbine shaft speed (TSS) sensor connector and wiring harness through the opening in the case. Do not damage the wiring.
    NOTE: Route TSS sensor electrical connector and wiring through transmission case opening.
  47. Install the TSS sensor.
    1. Install the TSS sensor.

    Install the TSS sensor screw.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    48. Fig 44: Identifying No. 3 Center Shaft Thrust Bearing
    GF0010321Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Use only the No. 3 center shaft thrust bearing.
    NOTE: The No. 3 center shaft thrust bearing has no notches on the outer race.
  48. Install the No. 3 center shaft thrust bearing.
    49. Fig 45: Identifying Overdrive Planetary & One-Way Clutch Assembly
    GF0010322Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not bend the trigger wheel.
  49. Install the overdrive planetary and one-way clutch assembly.
    50. Fig 46: Checking TSS Sensor Air Gap Using Special Tool (307-337)
    GF0010323Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The trigger wheel triggering window should pass over the thin blade of the special tool. If it does not, a new overdrive planetary carrier and trigger wheel must be installed.
  50. Using the special tool, check the TSS sensor air gap.
    1. Place the thin blade of the special tool over the TSS sensor.
    2. Rotate the trigger wheel and repeat checks for all windows.
    51. Fig 47: Checking TSS Sensor Air Gap Using Special Tool (307-337)
    GF0010323Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The trigger wheel triggering window should not pass over the thick blade of the special tool. If it does, a new overdrive planetary carrier and trigger wheel must be installed.
  51. Using the special tool, check the TSS sensor air gap.
    1. Place the thick blade of the special tool over the TSS sensor.
    2. Rotate the trigger wheel and repeat checks for all windows.
    52. Fig 48: Installing Front Brake Drum & Coast Clutch Drum Assembly
    GF0010324Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Align the clutch plates and front adapter gear.
  52. Install the front brake drum and coast clutch drum assembly.
    53. Fig 49: Locating Front Band Servo Lever & Front Band Lever To Case Bracket
    GF0010119Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  53. Install the front servo band lever and front band lever-to-case bracket into the transmission case.
    54. Fig 50: Installing Front Band Actuating Lever Shaft Through Front Servo Band Lever
    GF0010325Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The front band lever shaft is longer than the intermediate band actuating lever shaft.
  54. Install the front band actuating lever shaft through the front servo band lever.
    55. Fig 51: Installing Front Band Apply Strut
    GF0010326Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  55. Install the front band apply strut.
    56. Fig 52: Installing Front Band Over Front Brake & Coast Clutch Drum
    GF0010327Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: If the front band is reused, it must be installed in its original position.
  56. Install the front band over the front brake and coast clutch drum.
    57. Fig 53: Compressing Front Band Around Front Brake & Coast Clutch Drum
    GF0010113Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Use the band adjustment screw as a temporary alignment guide.
  57. Install the front band anchor strut.
    58. Fig 54: Installing Front Band Adjusting Screw
    GF0010328Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  58. Install the front band adjusting screw.
    59. Fig 55: Locating No. 1 Fluid Pump Inlet Thrust Washer On Rear Of Fluid Pump
    GF0010329Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure that the pump body is seated against the thrust washer and the front brake and coast clutch drum. The pump body must be below the level of the case gasket surface.
    CAUTION: The tabs on the washer go into the pump face.
  59. Carry out the front end play check procedure as follows:
    • Coat the No. 1 fluid pump inlet thrust washer with petroleum jelly.
    • Install the No. 1 fluid pump inlet thrust washer on the rear of the fluid pump and place the pump into position in the case.
    60. Fig 56: Inserting Special Tool (303-D026, 307-263) & Extend Micrometer Probe Until It Contacts Fluid Pump Face
    GF0010330Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The special tool must rest on the gasket surface.
  60. Measure the front end play clearance.
    1. Place the special tool across the case.
    2. Insert the special tool and extend the micrometer probe until it contacts the fluid pump face.
    • Read the measurement and subtract the special tool thickness 17.78 mm (0.70 inch). This is dimension A.
    • Repeat the measurement at the opposite side of the transmission case. This is dimension B.
    • Add dimensions A and B together and divide by 2. This is front end clearance dimension C.
    61. CAUTION: If the average front end clearance is below the specification, choose a thinner washer. If the average is above the specification, choose a thicker washer.
    NOTE: The front end play specification is 0.18-0.70 mm (0.007-0.028 inch).
  61. Use dimension C and the chart below to select the correct thickness fluid pump inlet thrust washer (No. 1).
    FRONT END PLAY SELECTIVE THRUST WASHER NO. 1

    Front End Play C 0.18 - 0.70 mm (0.007 - 0.028 inch) Without Gasket
    Selective Pump Support Thrust Washer
    Part Number Thickness Color
    F7TZ-7D014-VA 1.35 - 1.40 mm (0.035 - 0.055 inch) Blue
    F7TZ-7D014-TA 1.55 - 1.60 mm (0.061 - 0.063 inch) White
    F7TZ-7D014-MA 1.75 - 1.80 mm (0.069 - 0.071 inch) Green
    F7TZ-7D014-NA 1.85 - 1.90 mm (0.073 - 0.075 inch) Red
    F7TZ-7D014-PA 1.95 - 2.00 mm (0.077 - 0.079 inch) Beige
    F7TZ-7D014-RA 2.05 - 2.10 mm (0.081 - 0.083 inch) Black
    F7TZ-7D014-SA 2.15 - 2.20 mm (0.085 - 0.087 inch) Yellow
    62. Fig 57: Identifying No. 1 Thrust Washer
    GF0010329Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure that the pump body is seated against the thrust washer and the front brake and coast clutch drum. The pump body must be below the level of the case gasket surface.
    CAUTION: The tabs on the washer go into the pump face.
  62. Remove the pump and install the No. 1 thrust washer onto the pump. After installing selected front pump thrust washer No. 1, repeat the front end play check. Make sure the end play is correct, then remove the pump for assembly.
    63. Fig 58: Installing New O-Ring Seal In Fluid Pump Drive Gear
    GF0010331Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  63. Install a new O-ring seal in the fluid pump drive gear.
    64. Fig 59: Identifying Fluid Pump Drive Gear On Special Tool (307-338)
    GF0010332Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Lubricate the special tool with multi-purpose grease.
  64. Install the fluid pump drive gear on the special tool to seat the O-ring seal. Remove the tool.
    65. Fig 60: Installing Pump Gears Into Fluid Pump Housing
    GF0010333Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The chamber on the inside edge of the small gear must be up when in the pump housing gear pocket. The dimple on the larger gear must be down when in the pump housing gear pocket.
  65. Install the pump gears into the fluid pump housing. Apply multi-purpose grease to the pump gear to prevent scoring at start-up.
    66. Fig 61: Identifying Fluid Pump Adapter Plate
    GF0010334Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure the holes in the plate line up with the holes in the pump.
  66. Install the fluid pump adapter plate.
    67. Fig 62: Installing Fluid Pump On Converter Housing
    GF0010335Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the pump gears to come out of the pump housing pocket.
    NOTE: The notch on the outside of the adapter plate will be at the 9 o'clock position relative to the converter housing.
  67. Install the fluid pump on the converter housing.
    • Hold the fluid pump adapter plate against the pump housing. Turn the pump and adapter plate over and place on the converter housing.
    68. Fig 63: Loosely Install Fluid Pump Screws
    GF0010336Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  68. Loosely install the fluid pump screws.
    69. Fig 64: Selecting Gauge From Special Tools (307-432, 307-431, 307-S039)
    GF0010337Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The special tools must be used to correctly align the fluid pump to the fluid adapter plate. This will prevent seal leakage, gear noise, broken gears and bushing failure.
  69. Align the fluid pump to the fluid pump adapter plate and select the gauge from the special tool that is the snuggest fit when placed over the fluid pump.
    70. Fig 65: Threading Gauge Into Special Tools (307-432, 307-431, 307-S039)
    GF0010338Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  70. Thread the gauge into the special tool and slide the tool over the fluid pump until it bottoms out in the fluid pump gear pocket.
    71. Fig 66: Locating Fluid Pump Screws
    GF0010339Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  71. Tighten the fluid pump screws in a star pattern and remove the pump alignment handle.
    • Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
    72. Fig 67: Installing New Fluid Pump Seal Ring
    GF0010340Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  72. Install a new fluid pump seal ring.
    • Coat the fluid pump seal ring with petroleum jelly.
    73. Fig 68: Installing New Fluid Pump Gasket
    GF0010341Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Make sure the fluid pump seal ring is installed on the housing and pump assembly.
  73. Install a new fluid pump gasket.
    • Hold the fluid pump gasket in place with petroleum jelly.
    74. Fig 69: Identifying Special Tools (307-451/3, 307-451/1)
    GF0010342Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to overstretch the seal ring past the seal ring groove or damage to the seal will occur.
  74. Using the special tools, install the fluid pump seal ring.
    75. Fig 70: Locating Fluid Pump Support Seal Ring Position
    GF0010343Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Verify correct seal installation. Make sure seal grooves are clean and free of burrs.
  75. Verify that the seal is installed correctly.
    76. Fig 71: Identifying Special Tools (307-451/2)
    GF0010344Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Failure to correctly size the seal will damage the seal when the torque converter is installed.
  76. Using the special tool, size the seal to the correct size. Leave the special tool on the seal for 2 minutes to obtain the correct seal size.
    77. Fig 72: Installing Selected No. 1 Fluid Pump Thrust Washer
    GF0010345Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  77. Install the selected No. 1 fluid pump thrust washer.
    • Coat the fluid pump thrust washer with petroleum jelly.
    78. Fig 73: Installing Special Tool (307-331) Into Transmission Case
    GF0010346Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  78. Install the special tools into the transmission case.
    79. Fig 74: Locating Input Shaft & Special Tools (307-331)
    GF0010347Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The splines on the ends of the input shaft are not the same length. The shorter splines go into the assembly.
  79. Install the input shaft.
    80. Fig 75: Installing Fluid Pump & Converter Housing Onto Case & Special Tool (307-331)
    GF0010348Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure that the No. 1 fluid pump inlet thrust washer selective thrust washer, fluid pump gasket and the fluid pump-to-case O-ring seal remain in the correct position throughout this step.
  80. Install the fluid pump and converter housing onto the case.
    81. Fig 76: Locating O-Ring Seals On Converter Housing Screws
    GF0010349Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Lubricate the O-ring seals on the converter housing screws.
  81. Remove the special tools. Install the new converter housing-to-case screws. Tighten the screws in a star pattern.
    • Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    82. Fig 77: Identifying Input Shaft
    GF0010092Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  82. Remove the input shaft.
    83. WARNING: Make sure the lock pin on the special tool is secure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  83. Rotate the transmission assembly so the fluid pan rails are facing up.
    84. Fig 78: Identifying Front Servo Piston Spring On Front Servo Piston
    GF0010350Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  84. Assemble the front servo assembly.
    1. Install the front servo cover O-ring seal on the front servo cover. Coat the front servo cover O-ring seal with petroleum jelly.
    2. Install the front servo piston into the front servo cover.
    3. Install the front servo piston spring on the front servo piston.
    85. Fig 79: Identifying Special Tools (307-340)
    GF0010108Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the front servo-to-case O-ring seal during installation.
    CAUTION: Do not press the front servo cover and O-ring seal past the relief hole in the case or O-ring seal damage can occur.
  85. Using the special tool, install the front servo assembly into the case and install the front servo cover retaining ring.
    86. Fig 80: Identifying Intermediate Servo Assembly
    GF0010351Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  86. Assemble the intermediate servo assembly.
    1. Install the intermediate servo cover O-ring seal on the intermediate servo cover. Coat the intermediate servo cover O-ring seal with petroleum jelly.
    2. Install the intermediate servo piston into the intermediate servo cover.
    3. Install the intermediate servo piston spring on the intermediate servo piston.
    87. Fig 81: Identifying Special Tools (307-340)
    GF0010106Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not damage servo cover-to-case O-ring seal during installation.
    CAUTION: Do not press the intermediate servo cover and O-ring seal past the relief hole in the case or O-ring seal damage can occur.
  87. Using the special tool, install the intermediate servo assembly into the case and install the intermediate servo cover retaining ring.
    88. Fig 82: Locating Lock nut On Band Adjustment Screw
    GF0010352Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not allow front band adjustment screw to back out. The band strut can fall out of position.
    CAUTION: Install, but do not tighten, a new lock nut on the band adjustment screw. Apply petroleum jelly to the lock nut seal.
  88. Install a new lock nut on the band adjustment screw.
    89. Fig 83: Locating Special Tool (307-S022)
    GF0010353Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The front servo must be installed prior to band adjustment.
    NOTE: The wrench will click at the specified torque.
  89. Using the special tool, tighten the front band adjustment screw.
    • Tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
    • Then, back off the front band adjustment screw exactly 2 turns and hold that position.
    90. Fig 84: Identifying Overdrive Band Adjustment Screw And Overdrive Band Lock nut
    GF0010354Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  90. Tighten the front band lock nut.
    1. Hold the front band adjustment screw stationary.

    Tighten the front band lock nut.

    • Tighten to 54 Nm (40 lb-ft).
    91. Fig 85: Identifying Nut On Band Adjustment Screw
    GF0010355Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the intermediate band adjusting screw to back out. The band strut could fall out of position.
    CAUTION: Install, but do not tighten, a new lock nut on the band adjustment screw. Apply petroleum jelly to the lock nut seal.
  91. Install a new nut on the band adjustment screw.
    92. Fig 86: Locating Special Tool (307-S022)
    GF0010356Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The intermediate servo must be installed prior to band adjustment.
    NOTE: The wrench will click at the specified torque.
  92. Using the special tool, tighten the front band adjustment screw.
    • Tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
    • Then, back off the front band adjustment screw exactly 2 turns and hold that position.
    93. Fig 87: Locating Intermediate Band Adjustment Screw Stationary And Intermediate Band Lock nut
    GF0010357Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  93. Tighten the intermediate band lock nut.
    1. Hold the intermediate band adjustment screw stationary.

    Tighten the intermediate band lock nut.

    • Tighten to 54 Nm (40 lb-ft).
    94. Fig 88: Pressing Transmission Case 16-Pin Electrical Connector Through Case Until A Click Is Heard
    GF0010358Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Install new O-ring seals on the 16-pin electrical connector. Coat the O-ring seals with petroleum jelly.
    NOTE: Make sure that the tab is in the lock position.
  94. Position the transmission case 16-pin electrical connector into the case bore.
    • Press the transmission case 16-pin electrical connector through the case until a click is heard.
    95. Fig 89: Installing 16-Pin Electrical Connector Retaining Spring
    GF0010359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not overstretch the retaining spring.
  95. Install the 16-pin electrical connector retaining spring.
    96. Fig 90: Identifying TSS Sensor Electrical Connector & TSS Sensor Wire Locator
    GF0010062Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Align the slot on the TSS sensor electrical connector with the slot in the 16-pin electrical connector.
  96. Install the TSS sensor electrical connector into the transmission case 16-pin electrical connector.
    1. Connect the TSS sensor electrical connector.
    2. Insert the TSS sensor electrical connector wires into the retaining slot in the 16-pin electrical connector.
    97. Fig 91: Locating Center Support Screw
    GF0000978Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  97. Tighten the center support screw.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
    98. Fig 92: Installing Special Tools (307-334) & (307-333) Into Transmission Case
    GF0010360Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  98. Install the special tools into the transmission case.
    99. Fig 93: Identifying Main Control Valve Body, Valve Body Separator Plate & Main Control To Separator Plate Gasket
    GF0010104Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure main control valve body gasket is aligned.
    CAUTION: Make sure that the manual valve is correctly aligned with the manual valve inner pin when the main control valve body is installed.
  99. Position the main control valve body into the transmission case.
    100. Fig 94: Identifying M6 x 45 mm Screws
    GF0010361Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The screws will be tightened in later steps.
  100. Loosely install the 4 M6 x 45 mm screws.
    101. Fig 95: Identifying M6 x 35 mm Screws
    GF0010362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The main control valve body screws will be tightened in later steps.
  101. Loosely install the 2 M6 x 35 mm screws.
    102. Fig 96: Identifying M6 x 30 mm Screw
    GF0010363Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The main control valve body screw will be tightened in later steps.
  102. Loosely install the M6 x 30 mm screw.
    103. Fig 97: Removing Special Tools (307-334) & (307-333)
    GF0010364Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  103. Remove the special tools.
    104. Fig 98: Identifying M6 x 40 mm Screws
    GF0010365Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The main control valve body screws will be tightened in later steps.
  104. Loosely install the 16 M6 x 40 mm screws.
    105. Fig 99: Tightening Main Control Valve Body Screws In Sequence
    GF0010011Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  105. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    106. Fig 100: Identifying Manual Control Valve Detent Lever Spring
    GF0010366Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  106. Rotate the manual lever into the NEUTRAL position, then install the manual control valve detent lever spring.
    1. Position the manual control valve detent lever spring on the main control valve body.

    Install the screw.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    107. Fig 101: Identifying Low/Reverse Band Servo Cover
    GF0010014Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  107. Install the low/reverse band servo cover and reverse servo separator plate cover gasket.
    1. Position the low/reverse band servo cover and low/reverse servo separator plate cover gasket on the transmission case.
    2. Loosely install the screws.
    108. Fig 102: Tightening Servo Cover Screws In Sequence
    GF0010015Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  108. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown.
    • Tighten to 13 Nm (10 lb-ft).
    109. Fig 103: Identifying Shift Solenoids Electrical Connectors & Torque Converter Clutch
    GF0009999Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  109. Connect the solenoid electrical connectors.
    1. Connect shift solenoids SSA, SSB, SSC and SSD electrical connectors.
    2. Connect the torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid electrical connector.
    3. Connect the electronic pressure control (EPC) solenoid electrical connector.
    110. Fig 104: Locating Main Control Valve Body Wire Harness
    GF0009998Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Excessive pressure may break the locating pins.
  110. Install the wiring loom protector and guide.
    • Align the pins in the holes of the solenoid clamps and gently push down.
    111. Fig 105: Locating O-Ring Seals & Transmission Fluid Filter
    GF0009987Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure that both fluid pan filter O-ring seals are correctly installed on the fluid pan filter prior to installation.
    CAUTION: Lubricate fluid filter O-ring seals with clean automatic transmission fluid or they can be damaged.
  111. Lubricate and install new O-ring seals onto the transmission fluid filter.
    112. Fig 106: Locating Transmission Fluid Filter
    GF0009988Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  112. Install the transmission fluid filter.
    1. Position the transmission fluid filter on the main control valve body.

    Install the transmission fluid filter screw.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    113. Fig 107: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pan & Magnet
    GF0009983Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  113. Position the fluid pan magnet in the transmission fluid pan.
    114. Fig 108: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pan & Transmission Fluid Pan Gasket
    GF0009984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  114. Install the transmission fluid pan.
    1. Position a new transmission fluid pan gasket on the transmission fluid pan.
    2. Install and align the transmission fluid pan.
    115. Fig 109: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pan Screws
    GF0009981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  115. Loosely install the transmission fluid pan screws.
    116. Fig 110: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pan Screws
    GF0009981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  116. Tighten the transmission fluid pan screws in a crisscross sequence.
    • Tighten to 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).
    117. Fig 111: Identifying Special Tool (307-003)
    GF0010102Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  117. Remove the transmission from the bench and place on a flat surface.
    118. Fig 112: Identifying Special Tools (307-003, 307-262)
    GF0010101Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  118. Remove the special tools from the transmission case.
    119. Fig 113: Locating Extension Housing & Gasket
    GF0010031Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Use petroleum jelly to hold the gasket in place.
  119. Install a new extension housing gasket.
    120. Fig 114: Identifying Parking Pawl Shaft, Parking Pawl & Parking Pawl Return Spring
    GF0010099Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The guide cup is press-fit into the extension housing and is not serviced separately.
  120. Install the parking pawl assembly.
    1. Install the parking pawl shaft into the extension housing.
    2. Install the parking pawl.
    3. Install the parking pawl return spring.
    121. Fig 115: Identifying Extension Housing
    GF0010033Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Make sure the parking lever actuating rod is correctly seated into the case parking rod guide cup.
  121. Install the extension housing.
    1. Position the extension housing and gasket.
    2. Install the extension housing screws.
    3. Install the extension housing studs.
    • Tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).


Fig 1: Locating Digital TR Sensor & Screws
GF0010046Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The digital transmission range (TR) sensor must fit flush against the boss on the case to prevent damage to the sensor.
  1. Install the digital TR sensor.
    • Position the digital TR sensor on the transmission.
    • Loosely install the screws.
    2. Fig 2: Aligning Digital TR Sensor Using Special Tool (307-351)
    GF0010056Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Tightening one screw before tightening the other can cause the sensor to bind or become damaged.
    NOTE: The manual lever must be in the NEUTRAL position.
  2. Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor and tighten screws in an alternating sequence.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    3. Fig 3: Locating Manual Control Outer Lever Nut
    GF0010045Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the manual control lever.
    1. Install the lever.

    Install the nut.

    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    4. Fig 4: Identifying Heat Shield & Nut
    GF0009985Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. If equipped, install the transmission servo heat shield and nut.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    5. Fig 5: Identifying OSS Sensor Into Transmission & OSS Sensor Screw
    GF0010369Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Inspect the O-ring seal for damage. Install a new component if damaged.
  5. Install the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor.
    1. Install the sensor.

    Install the screw.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    6. Fig 6: Identifying Intermediate Shaft Speed Sensor
    GF0010370Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Inspect the O-ring seal for damage. Install a new component if damaged.
  6. Install the intermediate shaft speed sensor.
    1. Install the intermediate shaft speed sensor.

    Install the intermediate shaft speed sensor screw.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    7. Fig 7: Identifying Input Shaft
    GF0010092Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The splines of the input shaft are not the same length on both ends. The shaft end with the shorter splines goes into the fluid pump.
  7. Install the input shaft.
    8. Fig 8: Checking Fluid Pump Gear Seal Ring Is Seated Using Special Tool (307-338)
    GF0010371Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using the special tool, check that the fluid pump gear seal ring is seated.
    9. Fig 9: Lubricating Converter Hub With Clean Automatic Transmission Fluid
    GF0007013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the fluid pump gear O-ring seal when installing the torque converter.
    CAUTION: Make sure the converter hub is fully engaged in the front pump support and gear and it rotates freely. Do not damage the hub seal.
    CAUTION: If the torque converter slides out, the hub seal can be damaged.
  9. Lubricate the converter hub with clean automatic transmission fluid.
    10. Fig 10: Using Special Tool (307-091) To Install Torque Converter
    GF0010372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    WARNING: The torque converter can fall out if the transmission is tipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
  10. Use the special tools to install the torque converter by pushing and rotating.
    11. Fig 11: Identifying Torque Converter Installed To Specification
    GF0010373Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Make sure the torque converter is installed to specification.
    12. Fig 12: Identifying Lubrication Of Torque Converter Pilot Hub With Multi-Purpose Grease
    GF0003738Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease.
    13. Fig 13: Holding Converter In Housing Using Special Tool (307-346)
    G03964338Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the special tool on the case.
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