Removal And Installation: Transaxle: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Prior to installing a new, re-manufactured or overhauled transmission, clean the transmission fluid cooler tubes. Failure to clean the transmission fluid cooler tubes can result in transmission failure.

NOTE: If the transmission was overhauled, or if installing a new transmission and the transmission fluid cooler has not been flushed, flush the transmission fluid cooler at this time. Refer to TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION COOLING - 6F35 . Clean the transmission-mounted transmission fluid cooler tubes by hand.

Apply the substance from the specified tube.
Material: Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 and/or XL-5.
NOTE: If the transmission is not positioned on the dowel pins, damage to the transmission may occur.

Visual check.
Support the transmission with a transmission jack. Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.
Special Tool(s): Retainer, Torque Converter 307-566.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Apply the substance from the specified tube.
Material: Threadlock and Sealer TA-25.
1. Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
2. Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 175 Nm (130 lb-ft).
Special Tool(s): Support Bar, Engine 303-F072.
Install the cowl panel grille. Refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
Install the catalytic converter. Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
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.

New circlip.
Special Tool(s): Protector, Differential Oil Seal (pair) 205-461.
NOTE: The sharp edges on the halfshaft splines can slice or puncture the oil seal. Use care when inserting the halfshaft into the transmission or damage to the seal may occur.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Install the subframe. Refer to UNI-BODY, SUBFRAME AND MOUNTING SYSTEM .
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
NOTE: Rotate the engine in a clockwise direction only or engine damage will occur.

New torque converter nuts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Install the starter. Refer to STARTING SYSTEM .
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
Visual check. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
Material: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC.
1. Seal
2. Backing ring
New transmission fluid cooler tube bolts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-ft).
Install the battery and battery tray. Refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Install the ACL and the outlet pipe. Refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
Adjust the selector lever cable. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
Fill the transmission with clean transmission fluid. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL .
After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.
If a new solenoid body is installed, the solenoid body strategy must be updated. Refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY DOWNLOAD .