Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor: Installation

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Inspect the transaxle case bore. Clean and/or repair as needed.
Inspect the OSS sensor for debris or damage. Clean or replace the OSS as needed.
Apply a small amount of transmission fluid to the O-ring and install the OSS sensor and the OSS sensor bolt.
NOTE: If installing the old OSS sensor, install a new O-ring.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 1: Locating OSS Sensor Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the OSS sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Locating OSS Sensor Electrical Connector
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Thoroughly clean the OSS sensor, electrical connector and wire.
Install new heat tape on the OSS sensor as shown in illustration in the preceding steps.
Remove the heat tape backing only from this location first.

Fig 3: Locating Heat Tape On OSS Sensor
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Wrap the heat tape around the OSS sensor wiring harness.

Fig 4: Locating Heat Tape Around OSS Sensor Wiring Harness
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the heat tape backing from the rest of the heat tape and wrap it around the OSS sensor and sticking the ends together.

Fig 5: Locating Heat Tape Backing And OSS Sensor
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Fold the remaining portion of the heat tape and crimp around the edge starting from the sensor portion moving around.

Fig 6: Locating Portion Of Heat Tape And Crimp Around
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