Transmission - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4: Installation

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1. Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with Multi-Purpose Grease.

   Material: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / XL-5-A (ESB-M1C93-B)

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2. 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.

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3. NOTE: Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.

   Support the transmission with a transmission jack. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

4. NOTE: Align the torque converter index-mark made during removal.

   Position the transmission behind the engine and remove the special tool. Use Special Service Tool: 307-566 Retainer, Torque Converter.

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5. Install the transmission-to-engine bolts. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

   Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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6. NOTE: Only rotate the engine in a clockwise direction or engine damage will occur.

   Using a magnetic socket install the new torque converter nuts. Use the General Equipment: Magnetic Socket

   Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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7. Install the upper transmission-to-engine bolts.

   Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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8. Connect the wiring harness retainer.

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9. NOTE: 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.
   1. Install the backing ring (7J324)
   2. Lubricate and install the seal (7D285)

      Material: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-10-QLVC (WSS-M2C938-A) (MERCON® LV,)

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10. 1. Install the new transmission fluid cooler tube bolt.

       Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    2. Install the transmission fluid warmer bolts.

       Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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11. Install the new transmission fluid cooler tube bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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12. Install the transmission support insulator bracket and the bolts.

    Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

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13. Install the transmission support insulator damper and the bolts.

    Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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14. Install the transmission support insulator and bracket. Apply Motorcraft® Threadlock and Sealer to the nuts.
    1. Material

       : Motorcraft® Threadlock and Sealer / TA-25-B

       Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

    2. Torque

       : 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    3. Material

       : Motorcraft® Threadlock and Sealer / TA-25-B

       Torque: 98 lb.ft (133 Nm)

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15. Install the crankcase vent tube and connect the crankcase pressure sensor electrical connector.

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16. Install the RH and LH filler panels and the retainers.

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17. Install the transmission fluid cooler tube bolts.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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18. Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes.

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19. Install the transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latches.

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20. Install the transmission fluid warmer bracket nut.

    Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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21. Install the catalytic converter bracket and the bolts.
    1. Torque

       : 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    2. Torque

       : 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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22. NOTE: Tighten in the sequence shown.

    Install the roll restrictor bracket and the bolts.

    Torque: 92 lb.ft (125 Nm)

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23. Install the starter insulator.

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24. Install the starter motor. Refer to: Starter Motor .
25. Inspect and replace the oil filter adapter gasket if damaged.

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26. Install the oil filter adapter and the bolts.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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27. Attach the wiring harness retainers. Connect the electrical connectors.

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28. Lubricate the new oil filter sealing surface and install.

    Material: Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil / XO-5W30-QFS (WSS-M2C946-A)

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) | Stage 2: 180°

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29. Connect the wiring harness retainers.

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30. If equipped. Connect the transmission fluid auxiliary pump electrical connector.

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31. Connect the transmission electrical connectors and the wiring harness retainers.

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32. Install the new inner halfshaft retaining circlip.

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33. NOTE: If the transmission has been replaced or overhauled, the halfshaft seals do not need to be replaced.

    Install a new LH halfshaft seal. Refer to: Halfshaft Seal LH .

34. Install the seal protector.

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35. NOTE: Do not fully install shaft at this time.

    Using the seal protector, insert the splines of the halfshaft through the halfshaft seal and remove the seal protector.

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36. NOTE: When seated correctly, the halfshaft bearing retaining clip can be felt as it snaps into the differential side gear groove.

    Insert the halfshaft until the halfshaft retaining clip is fully seated.

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    All wheel drive (AWD) 

37. Install the transfer case assembly.

    Vehicles with front wheel drive (FWD) 

38. 1. Inspect the RH halfshaft seal surface.
    2. Inspect the dust shield.
    3. Inspect the differential side gear splines.

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39. NOTE: If the transmission has been replaced or overhauled, the halfshaft seals do not need to be replaced.

    Install a new RH halfshaft seal. Refer to: Halfshaft Seal RH - FWD .

40. Install the seal protector.

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41. NOTE: Remove the seal protector before completely installing the halfshaft.

    Install the halfshaft through the seal protector.

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42. Remove the seal protector and insert the halfshaft until the intermediate shaft bearing is centered in the intermediate shaft bracket.

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43. Install the new halfshaft retaining strap and the new halfshaft retaining strap nuts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 44 lb.in (5 Nm) | Stage 2: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) | Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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44. 1. Install the CAC tube and the nuts.

       Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    2. Tighten the clamp.

       Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

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45. Connect the CAC hose, electrical connector and the wire retainer.

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46. Position the CAC tube and tighten the clamp.

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47. Install the front subframe. Refer to: Front Subframe - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) - I4 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 2.5L Duratec (125kW/170PS) .
48. Install the ground cable and the nut.

    Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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49. Connect the wiring harness retainers.

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50. Install the selector lever cable bracket and the bolts.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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51. Install the following items:
    1. Refer to: Battery Tray .
    2. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
    3. Refer to: Air Cleaner .

52. Adjust the selector lever cable. Refer to: Selector Lever Cable Adjustment - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 .
53. Inspect and adjust the engine oil level.

    Material: Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil / XO-5W30-QFS (WSS-M2C946-A)

54. Compress the constant tension clamp and remove the transmission vent from the fill tube.

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55. NOTE: The following fluid amounts listed below are for initial fill only. The transmission fluid must be even with the oil leveling plug hole and the transmission must be at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F) or transmission damage can occur.
    1. Transmission overhaul (includes main control and torque converter drain)

       Volume

       : 6.34 qt (6 L)

    2. Main control overhaul or replace (with out transmission overhaul)

       Volume

       : 5.28 qt (5 L)

    3. Transmission draining and filling (for engine and halfshaft related repairs)

       Volume

       : 4.23 qt (4 L)

    • Material

      : Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-10-QLVC (WSS-M2C938-A) (MERCON® LV,)

56. Start the engine and slowly select each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.
57. With the vehicle on a level hoist, the engine running in PARK, remove the oil leveling plug and allow the transmission fluid to drain until its even with the oil leveling plug hole. If the transmission fluid does not drain from the oil leveling plug hole add transmission fluid in increments of 0.25 L (0.264 qt) until the transmission fluid is even with the oil leveling plug hole. Install the oil leveling plug.
    1. Standard transmission case (M10 plug)

       Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

    2. Fuel economy transmission case (M20 plug)

       Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

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58. With the clamp facing the front of the vehicle, compress the constant tension clamp and install the transmission vent on the fill tube.

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59. NOTE: Only download the solenoid strategy at this time. The Adaptive Learning Drive Cycle will be completed later in this procedure.

    If a new solenoid body is installed, the solenoid body strategy must be updated. Refer to: Transmission Strategy Download .

    Auto-Start-Stop 

60. NOTE: TFT must be greater than 38°C (100°F) for the PCM to command the pump on.

    Using the scan tool verify the TFT is above 38°C (100°F).

    • If TFT is below 38°C (100°F), run engine at 3000 RPM until specified temperature is achieved (approximately 2-4 minutes).

61. Prime the Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Pump.
    1. Key ON, Engine OFF.
    2. Using the scan tool, command TRANS_PMP_CMD to 80% for 30 seconds. If the pump cannot be commanded on, verify TFT is above 38°C (100°F).
    3. Clear DTCs.

62. Carry out a road test until there is a stop / start event. If the restart is harsh, repeat the Transmission Fluid Pump prime procedure.
63. Continue road test and evaluate each stop / start event. Repeat prime procedure until three consecutive normal stop / start events are achieved.

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64. Using a scan tool, drive the vehicle until the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F).
65. After completing the repairs perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.
66. If a new solenoid body is installed, complete the Adaptive Learning Drive Cycle. Refer to: Adaptive Learning Drive Cycle .
67. Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Level Check .