Shift Solenoids (SS): Installation

Solenoids A, B, C, and F 

1. NOTE: Solenoids are calibrated from the factory and are not all the same. To replace a solenoid, match the band number with the original solenoid or harsh shifts or damage to the transmission can occur.

   If new solenoids are needed, identify the solenoid band number.

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2. Install the solenoid(s) in the main control valve body in the correct port(s) as marked during removal.
   1. SSA (7J136)
   2. SSF (7J136)
   3. SSC (7J136)
   4. SSB (7J136)

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3. Connect the electrical connectors and slide the plastic lock to the locked position.

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4. Install the new shift solenoid retainer(s) with the flat side towards the solenoids.
   1. Retainer flat side

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5. Install and the shift solenoid retaining plate and the bolts.

   Torque

   : 106 lb. in (12 Nm)

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6. Install the main control valve body. Refer to: Main Control Valve Body .

   Solenoids D and E 

7. NOTE: Solenoids are calibrated from the factory and are not all the same. To replace a solenoid, match the band number with the original solenoid or harsh shifts or damage to the transmission can occur.

   If new solenoids are needed, identify the solenoid band number.

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8. Install the solenoid(s) in the main control valve body in the correct port(s) as marked during removal.
   1. SSE (7J136)
   2. SSD (7J136)

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9. 1. Connect the electrical connectors and slide the plastic lock to the locked position.
   2. Rotate the solenoid(s) in a counter-clockwise direction.
   3. Slide the solenoid(s) into the main control valve body bore.

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10. Install new shift solenoid retainer(s) with the flat side towards the solenoids.
    1. Retainer flat side

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11. Install and the shift solenoid retaining plate and the bolts.

    Torque

    : 106 lb. in (12 Nm)

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    LPC (line pressure control) and TCC (torque converter clutch) Solenoids 

12. 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.

    If new solenoids are needed, identify which type (normally high/normally low) of solenoid it is and the solenoid band number.

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13. 1. Inspect the solenoid screens for debris that may restrict fluid flow.
    2. Lubricate the solenoid O-ring seals.

       Material

       : Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid / XT-12-QULV (WSS-M2C949-A,) (MERCON® ULV)

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14. Install the solenoid(s) in the main control valve body.
    1. LPC solenoid (7G383)
    2. TCC solenoid (7G136)

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15. Install the solenoid retaining plate and the new bolts.

    Torque

    : 80 lb. in (9 Nm)

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16. 1. Connect the electrical connectors and slide the plastic lock to the locked position.
    2. Connect the internal wiring harness retainer.

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    All Solenoids 

17. Install the transmission fluid pan gasket and filter. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter .