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Removal And Installation: Transmission: Installation

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NOTE: Prior to installing a new, re-manufactured or overhauled transmission, the transmission fluid cooler tubes must be cleaned, otherwise transmission failure may occur.
NOTE: Prior to installing a new, re-manufactured or overhauled transmission, flush out the cooler and cooler tubes. REFER to TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER BACKFLUSHING AND CLEANING .
  1. If removed, inspect the transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube backing rings and seals for damage and install new backing rings or seals if necessary. Lubricate the transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube seals with clean MotorcraftMERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid and install the backing rings and seals on the transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    1. Seal
    2. Backing ring
      G08031057Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. If removed, position the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve and transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube assembly in place and install the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve bracket nuts.
    • Torque: 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
      G08031055Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. If removed, install new transmission mounted transmission fluid cooler tube bolts.
    • Torque: 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
      G08031054Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with Multi-Purpose Grease.
    G08031060Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: If the transmission is not positioned on the dowel pins, damage to the transmission may occur.

    If the dowel pins were pulled out of the engine block during removal, install new dowel pins in the engine block.

    G08031061Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Support the transmission with a transmission jack. Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.
  7. Position the transmission behind the engine and remove 307-566.
    G08031053Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Align the torque converter stud marked during removal with the flexplate, position the transmission on the dowel pins and install the 8 lower transmission-to-engine bolts.
    • Torque: 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      G08031052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve.
    G08031064Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the secondary latches on the transmission fluid cooler tubes at the transmission fluid cooler thermal bypass valve.
    G08031050Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the TSS  sensor electrical connector and the wiring retainer on the transmission fluid thermal bypass valve bracket.
    G08031049Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the transmission main electrical connector and install the wiring retainer on the transmission fluid thermal bypass valve bracket.
    G08031048Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Using 303-F072, raise and support the transmission until it contacts the transmission support insulator and install the transmission support insulator bolt.
    • Torque: 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
      G08031047Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Remove 303-F072.
    G08030981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the cowl panel. REFER to COWL PANEL .
  16. Install the 2 EPAS  wiring retainers on the transmission.
    G08031045Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the catalytic converter. Refer to, EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  18. G09144640Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. NOTE: Make sure to install the correct circlip for this application. Failure to use the correct diameter circlip may result in shaft removal concerns or shaft damage during vehicle operation.

    Install a new circlip.

    G08028826Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. NOTE: If the transmission has been replaced or overhauled, the halfshaft seals do not need to be replaced.

    Refer to: HALFSHAFT SEAL - LH .

  21. Install 205-461 on the LH  halfshaft seal.
    G08028013Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. G08028014Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Push the LH halfshaft into the transmission so the circlip locks into the differential side gear. Pull the halfshaft inner end to make sure the circlip is locked.
    G09144641Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. G09144642Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. NOTE: If the transmission has been replaced or overhauled, the halfshaft seals do not need to be replaced.

    Refer to: HALFSHAFT SEAL - LH .

  26. G09144643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. G09144644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  28. G09144645Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  29. Install the 2 halfshaft bracket nuts.
    • Torque: 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      G08031074Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Install the subframe. REFER to SUBFRAME - FRONT . Install the roll restrictor bracket and the roll restrictor bracket bolts on the transmission.
    • Torque: 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
      G08031041Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  31. NOTE: Rotate the engine in a clockwise direction only or engine damage will occur.

    Install 4 new torque converter nuts.

    • Torque: 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
      G08031076Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Install the starter insulator.
    G08031039Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  33. Install the starter. REFER to STARTER MOTOR - 2.0L GTDI .
  34. Install the 3 upper transmission-to-engine bolts.
    • Torque: 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      G08031038Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  35. Install the wiring retainer on the upper transmission-to-engine studbolt.
    G08031037Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  36. Install the 3 wiring harness retainers on the main control cover studbolts.
    G08030996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  37. Install the selector lever cable bracket and the 2 bolts.
    • Torque: 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      G08031081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  38. Install the battery tray. REFER to BATTERY AND BATTERY TRAY - EXPLODED VIEW .
  39. Install the ACL assembly and outlet pipe. REFER to INTAKE AIR SYSTEM COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW .
  40. Adjust the selector lever cable. REFER to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT - 6F35 .
  41. Fill the transmission with clean MotorcraftMERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid to the correct level. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL .
  42. After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.
  43. If a new solenoid body is installed, the solenoid body strategy will need to be updated. Refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY DOWNLOAD .
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