Shift Solenoids (SS): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator and 2017 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Remove the main control. Refer to Main Control .
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Carefully separate the molded leadframe from the main control assembly.- 1.
Molded leadframe.
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Main control.
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- 6.NOTE: A VFS is calibrated from the factory and are not all the same. To replace a VFS, match the replacement solenoid nozzle color and the band number with the original solenoid or harsh/erratic shifts, harsh/soft engagement or damage to the transmission can occur.
If replacing more then 1 solenoid, number the solenoids and number the main control solenoid ports to correspond to the solenoid. Pull the solenoid (s) out of the main control valve body.