Transmission - 3. 3L Duratec-V6: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Utility. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
1. Remove pin-type retainer.
2. Remove the bolts and the underbody shield.
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Remove the pin-type retainers, bolts and the rear underbody shield.

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Remove the LH catalytic converter. Refer to: Catalytic Converter LH .
Remove the RH catalytic converter. Refer to: Catalytic Converter RH .
Remove the starter motor. Refer to: Starter Motor .
Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket nut.

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Remove the engine coolant tube bracket bolt.

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Remove the bolts and the heat shield.

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1. Remove the cooler tube bracket bolt.
2. Remove and discard the bolt and disconnect the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
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Remove the transmission fluid cooler bolts, position aside and support the cooler assembly.

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Remove the retainers and the heat shield.

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NOTE: If transmission disassembly or installation of a new transmission is necessary, drain the transmission fluid.

NOTE: Note the location of the bolts and studbolts for assembly.

Remove the bolts, studbolts and the transmission fluid pan.

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NOTE: It is not necessary to torque transmission fluid pan bolts at this time.

Install the transmission fluid pan and the bolts.

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Disconnect the selector lever cable from the transmission manual lever.

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Remove and discard the bolts, disconnect the cable retainer and position aside the selector lever cable.

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

NOTE: Make sure the transmission jack makes contact on the outer ribs of the transmission fluid pan.

Using a high-lift transmission jack, support the transmission. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

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Remove the front driveshaft assembly. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .
NOTE: Do not pull on the wire harness to disconnect/connect the connector or damage to the connector/wire harness will occur.

Disconnect the electrical connector, wiring harness retainers and position aside the wiring harness.
1. Slide the safety lock out.
2. Press the connector tab in.
3. Rotate the locking arm up and disconnect the transmission electrical connector.
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Remove the retainers and the torque converter nut access cover.

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NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft in a clockwise direction.

NOTE: Index mark one stud and the flexplate for assembly reference.

Using a magnetic socket, remove and discard the torque converter nuts. Use the General Equipment: Magnetic Socket

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Disconnect the wiring harness retainers from the studbolts.

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Remove the LH bellhousing bolts and studbolts.

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Disconnect the wiring harness and vent tube.

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Remove the upper bellhousing studbolts and bolt.

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Remove the RH bellhousing bolt.

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1. Loosen the lower bellhousing bolt far enough to be used as guide pins.
2. Loosen the upper bell housing bolt and move the transmission rearward. While moving the transmission rearward, continue to loosen the upper bellhousing bolt until the bolt is removed from the bellhousing.
- Remove the lower bellhousing bolt.
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Slide the transmission back enough to install the special tool and remove the transmission from the vehicle. Use Special Service Tool: 307-346 (T97T-7902-A) Retainer, Torque Converter.

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NOTE: Failure to clean the transmission fluid cooler tubes can result in transmission failure.

If the transmission is to be overhauled or if installing a new or re-manufactured transmission, carry out the transmission fluid cooler backflushing and cleaning procedure. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler - Backflushing and Cleaning .