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Manual Control Lever Shaft Seal: Installation

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  1. Using the Manual Lever Seal Installer, install a new manual control lever shaft seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Manual Control Lever Shaft Seal Using Manual Lever Seal Installer
    G07443837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    2. NOTE: The TR  sensor is easier to install into the transaxle from under the vehicle.
  2. Install the TR  sensor.
    1. Install the TR  sensor and park pawl actuating rod in the transaxle case.
    2. Install the manual shaft in the transaxle case through the TR  sensor.
      Fig 2: Identifying TR Sensor, Park Pawl Actuator Rod And Manual Shaft
      G07443838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using a suitable tool such as center punch or a 5.5 mm (0.216 in) socket and a 101.6 mm (4 in) extension 1/4-inch drive, install a new TR  sensor locking pin.
    Fig 3: Locating TR Sensor Locking Pin
    G07443839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the TR  sensor detent spring and bolt.
    • Tighten to 13 Nm (115 lb-in).
      Fig 4: Locating TR Sensor Detent Spring With Bolt
      G07443840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the TR  sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Locating Transmission Range Sensor Electrical Connector
    G07443841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the main control cover grommet.
    Fig 6: Locating Main Control Cover Grommet
    G07443842Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Clean the main control cover sealing surface.
    Fig 7: View Of Sealant Applying Area On Main Control Cover
    G07443843Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.
    Fig 8: View Of Sealant Applying Area On Transaxle Case
    G07443844Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Position the main control cover in place.
    Fig 9: View Of Main Control Cover
    G07443845Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    10. NOTE: Inspect the main control cover grommet to make sure that the seal is on the inside of the main control cover. Transmission fluid leak will occur.
    NOTE: Install the stud bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.
  10. Install the main control cover 8 bolts and 5 stud bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 10: Remove/Install Main Control Cover Bolts And Stud Bolts
      G07443846Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Position the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket and transmission fluid cooler tubes in place and install the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
      Fig 11: View Of Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket And Tubes With Nuts
      G07443847Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the transaxle vehicle harness electrical connector.
    Fig 12: Locating Transaxle Vehicle Harness Electrical Connector
    G07443848Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the transmission fluid pan stud bolts.
    Fig 13: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
    G07443849Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    14. NOTE: Make sure that when installing the manual control lever it is fully seated onto the manual control lever shaft or damage to the manual control lever shaft will occur and the lever will come loose.
    NOTE: Make sure to hold the manual control lever while tightening the manual control lever nut or damage to the manual control lever and park components will occur.
  14. Install the manual control lever and the nut.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 14: Locating Manual Control Lever Nut
      G07443850Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the selector lever cable end to the manual control lever with the manual control lever and selector lever in DRIVE. Check selector lever cable adjustment. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS - 6F35 article.
    Fig 15: Connecting Selector Lever Cable End To Manual Control Lever
    G07443851Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    3.0L engine 

  16. Connect the lower radiator hose onto the thermostat housing.
  17. Connect the upper radiator hose onto the coolant pump housing.

    All vehicles 

  18. Install the LH splash shield and the retainers.
    Fig 16: Locating LH Splash Shield Retainers
    G07443852Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    3.0L engine 

  19. Install the RH splash shield and the retainers.
    Fig 17: Locating RH Splash Shield Retainers
    G07443853Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    2.5L engine 

  20. Install the ACL  outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 2.5L article.

    3.0L engine 

  21. Install the ACL  outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) article.
  22. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in ENGINE COOLING article.

    All vehicles 

  23. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
  24. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved.
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