Shift Solenoids (SS): Installation

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NOTE: Solenoids are calibrated from the factory and are not all the same. To replace a solenoid, match the replacement solenoid type (normally high/normally low) and the band number with the original solenoid or harsh shifts or damage to the transmission can occur.

Use the solenoid exploded view at the beginning of this procedure to identify the type (normally high/normally low) of solenoid it is and use the charts below to get the correct part number for the solenoid band number. Lubricate the solenoid O-rings with clean transmission fluid.

Solenoid Band Number	Normally High Solenoid Part Number
2	BC3Z-7G383-K
3	BC3Z-7G383-L
4	BC3Z-7G383-M
5	BC3Z-7G383-N

Solenoid Band Number	Normally Low Solenoid Part Number
2	BC3Z-7G383-S
3	BC3Z-7G383-T
4	BC3Z-7G383-U
5	BC3Z-7G383-V

O-rings
Solenoid band number

Fig 1: Identifying Solenoid Band Number And O-Rings
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Position the solenoid(s) in the main control valve body in the correct port(s) as marked during removal.

Fig 2: Identifying Solenoids Position In Correct Ports Of Main Control Valve Body
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Be sure the solenoid retainer is installed so the bolt hole surface rests flush against the main control valve body assembly or damage to the solenoids or retainer can occur.

Install the solenoid retainer and the 7 bolts.
- Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Solenoid Retainer Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the wiring harness in place and connect the solenoid electrical connector(s).

Fig 4: Locating Solenoid Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the transmission fluid pan. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID PAN .