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Transmission - Gasoline Engines: Installation

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  1. NOTE: Failure to flush the transmission fluid cooler and transmission fluid cooler tubes can result in metallic contamination of the transmission.

    If installing a new, remanufactured or overhauled transmission, clean and backflush the transmission fluid cooler tubes to prevent repeat repairs. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER BACKFLUSHING AND CLEANING .

  2. NOTE: Failure to install a new auxiliary transmission fluid cooler can result in metallic contamination of the transmission.

    If installing a new, remanufactured or overhauled transmission install a new auxiliary transmission fluid cooler if equipped.

  3. NOTE: Failure to clean the Power Take-Off (PTO) can result in metallic contamination of the transmission.

    For vehicles equipped with a Power Take-Off (PTO) assembly, prior to installing the transmission, flush and clean the PTO assembly to remove any foreign material. Failure to remove foreign material from the PTO assembly may result in subsequent transmission concerns.

  4. Inspect the back of the engine to be sure both dowel pins are in the engine. If the dowel pins are not in the engine, install new dowel pins as needed. If installing the same transmission that was removed, remove the dowel pins from the transmission and install them in the engine. Rotate the flexplate to align the 2 slots at the 6 o'clock position.
    Fig 1: Locating Dowel Pins
    G07482978Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: Prior to installation of the transmission, lubricate the torque converter pilot hub or damage to the torque converter or the engine crankshaft can occur.

    Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease and align the paint dot on the torque converter in the 12 o'clock position.

    Fig 2: Locating Torque Converter Pilot Hub And Paint Dot Mark
    G07482979Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. If the Torque Converter Retainer has not been installed during the assembly of the transmission, install the Torque Converter Retainer to hold the torque converter in place while moving and positioning the transmission in place. Once the transmission is in place, remove the Torque Converter Retainer.
    Fig 3: Installing Torque Converter Retainer
    G06140800Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Position the fuel line bracket over the torque converter housing and install the transmission on the dowel pins on the back of the engine. Install the 7 bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      Fig 4: Locating Fuel Line Bracket Mounting Bolts
      G07482976Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install a new transmission fluid filler tube O-ring. Lubricate it with clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Filler Tube O-Ring Seal
    G07482897Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the transmission fluid filler tube in the transmission and install the lower transmission fluid filler tube bolt.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Mounting Bolt
      G07482896Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Inspect the transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings for damage and install new O-rings as necessary. Lubricate the O-rings with clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 7: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube O-Rings
    G07482984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transmission case and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 8: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Mounting Bolt
      G07482974Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

      Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles 

  12. Install the transfer case. For additional information, refer to TRANSFER CASE .

    Vehicles equipped with 4WD and a manual shift transfer case 

  13. Position the transfer case linkage bracket and loosely install the bolt.
    Fig 9: Locating Transfer Case Linkage Bracket Mounting Bolt
    G07482973Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Position the transfer case linkage and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
      Fig 10: Locating Transfer Case Linkage Bolt
      G07482972Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Tighten the transfer case linkage bracket bolt.
    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
      Fig 11: Locating Transfer Case Linkage Bracket Bolt
      G07482988Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

      Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles equipped with a slip yoke 

  16. If required, install new transmission support insulator studs.
    • Tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
  17. If removed, install the transmission support insulator and 2 new transmission support insulator-to-transmission bolts.
    • Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
      Fig 12: Locating Transmission Support Insulator-To-Transmission Bolts
      G07482969Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the rear driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .

    RWD vehicles equipped with a fixed yoke 

  19. If required, install new transmission support insulator studs.
    • Tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
  20. If removed, install the transmission support insulator and bracket and 4 new bolts.
    • Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
      Fig 13: Locating Transmission Support Insulator And Bracket Mounting Bolts
      G07482971Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Position the driveshaft on the flange, align the marks made during removal on the driveshaft and install 4 new driveshaft-to-transmission flange bolts.
    • Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
      Fig 14: Locating Rear Driveshaft Index Mark And Bolts
      G07482940Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

      RWD vehicles 

  22. Install the crossmember. For additional information, refer to FULL FRAME & BODY MOUNTING .

    All Vehicles 

  23. NOTE: Only use hand tools when installing the engine support insulator nuts or damage to the engine support insulator may occur.

    Install the 3 new LH engine support insulator nuts.

    • Tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
      Fig 15: Locating LH Engine Support Insulator Nuts
      G06772788Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. NOTE: The RH engine support insulator studs may come out of the insulator while removing the nuts. Install new RH engine support insulator studs if the studs come out.

    If required, install the new RH engine support insulator stud (W790018).

    • Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  25. NOTE: Only use hand tools when installing the engine support insulator nuts or damage to the engine support insulator may occur.

    Install the 4 new RH engine support insulator nuts.

    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
      Fig 16: Locating RH Engine Support Insulator Nuts
      G06772798Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  26. NOTE: The wiring harness has 4 retainers, one shown in illustration.

    Position the wiring harness and install the 4 wiring harness retainers on the transmission case.

    Fig 17: Locating Wiring Harness Retainers
    G07482966Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Position the selector lever cable bracket and install the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      Fig 18: Locating Selector Lever Cable Bracket Mounting Bolts
      G07482995Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  28. Install the transmission vehicle harness connector and lock the transmission vehicle harness connector by rotating the outer shell clockwise.
    Fig 19: Locating Transmission Vehicle Harness Connector
    G07482797Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  29. Install the inspection cover and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
      Fig 20: Locating Inspection Cover Mounting Bolts
      G07482963Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Install 4 new torque converter nuts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      Fig 21: Locating Torque Converter Nut
      G07482962Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  31. Install the torque converter access cover.
    Fig 22: Locating Torque Converter Access Cover
    G07482961Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Install the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM - GASOLINE ENGINES .
  33. Install the exhaust Y-Pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  34. Install and adjust the selector lever cable. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
  35. If transmission was drained, fill the transmission with clean transmission fluid. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL . If transmission was not drained, install the transmission fluid level indicator then check and adjust the transmission fluid level.
  36. If a new main control was installed, the solenoid body strategy will need to be updated. For additional information, refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY .
  37. After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure, following the on-screen instructions.
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