Transmission - 3.3L Duratec-V6: Removal

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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 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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NOTE: If equipped.

Remove the bolt.

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Remove the bolt, nuts and position aside the transmission fluid cooler.

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Position aside the park manual release cable.
1. Disconnect the cable from the ballstud.
2. Remove and discard the bolts and position aside the cable assembly.
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NOTE: Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.

Using a high-lift transmission jack and wooden blocks, support the transmission. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack, Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

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Remove the transfer case. Refer to: Transfer Case .
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 bolt 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 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.
2. Remove the lower bellhousing bolts.
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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 .