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Transmission - Four Wheel Drive (4WD)

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Special Tool (s)

GFD135340Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 Retainer, Torque Converter 307-346 (T97T-7902-A)
Material

Item Specification
Motorcraft ® MERCON ® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC (US); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada) MERCON ® LV
Motorcraft ® Multi-Purpose Grease XL-5-A ESB-M1C93-B

Installation 

NOTE: Prior to installing a new transmission or an overhauled transmission with a new main control, record the solenoid strategy identification tag. If a new main control was installed, install the replacement solenoid body tag over the original identification tag. Refer to Solenoid Body Strategy .

  1. 1.

    NOTE: Prior to installation of the transmission, lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease or damage to the torque converter or engine crankshaft can occur.

    Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease.

GFD135587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 2.

    If equipped, align the torque converter stud and flexplate hole near the paint marks or sticker at the 12 o'clock position.
GFD135588Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    Install the Torque Converter Retainer.
GFD136369Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 4.

    NOTE: If transmission is being replaced, remove the transmission fluid fill plug and verify that the transmission is filled with transmission fluid.
    NOTE: If transmission was disassembled, add transmission fluid to the transmission.
    NOTE: 2WD transmission shown, 4WD transmission similar.

    1. 1.

      Remove the transmission fluid fill plug transmission fluid level indicator assembly.
      • Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).

    1. 2.

      Verify transmission is filled with transmission fluid.

    1. 3.

      Slightly tilt the transmission rearward.

    1. 4.

      If the transmission was disassembled, add 11.35L (12 qt) of transmission fluid to the transmission through the transmission fluid fill hole.
GFD136370Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 5.

    If removed, install the transfer case and the new bolts.
    • Tighten the bolts evenly in a star pattern to 17 Nm (150 lb-in).
GFD136371Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 6.

    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.

  1. 7.

    1. 1.

      Make sure the transmission is securely fastened to the transmission jack.

    1. 2.

      Tilt the front of the transmission down.

    1. 3.

      Slide the transmission towards the rear of the vehicle.

    1. 4.

      Raise the front of the transmission into a horizontal position.
GFD136372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 8.

    Remove the Torque Converter Retainer.
GFD136104Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 9.

    NOTE: Make sure the torque converter is fully seated in the transmission before aligning the transmission to the engine.
    NOTE: With the transmission in a horizontal position, move it toward the engine and position it on the dowel pins.

    Position the bracket and install the top bellhousing bolts.

    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
GFD136102Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 10.

    Install the LH and bottom bellhousing bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
GFD136103Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 11.

    Install the RH bellhousing bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
GFD136101Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 12.

    NOTE: Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the engine clockwise.

    Install the new torque converter nuts.

    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
GFD136373Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 13.

    Install the access cover and the pin-type retainers.
GFD136099Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 14.

    1. 1.

      Push the transmission electrical connector in to connect.

    1. 2.

      Rotate the transmission electrical connector clockwise.

    1. 3.

      Attach the wiring harness retainers.
GFD136374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 15.

    Connect the transfer case electrical connector.
GFD136097Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 16.

    Position the fuel line bracket and install the bolt. Connect the transfer case vent tube.
    • Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
GFD136096Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 17.

    NOTE: When installing the selector lever cable end, make sure that the selector lever cable end is correctly installed onto the manual control lever. Pull back on the selector lever cable to make sure the selector lever cable end is securely installed onto the manual control lever.
    NOTE: Apply pressure to the selector lever cable end while connecting it to the manual control lever to make sure the selector lever has not moved out of the DRIVE position.

    Connect the selector lever cable to the manual control lever.

    • Listen for the audible click.
    • Pull back on the selector lever cable to make sure that the selector lever cable is securely installed.
GFD136375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 18.

    NOTE: Inspect the case and make sure the old transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings are not stuck in the case.
    NOTE: Install new transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings on the ends of the transmission fluid cooler tubes prior to installing.

    Install new transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings on the transmission fluid cooler tubes.

GFD136376Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 19.

    Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes and the new transmission fluid cooler tube bracket bolt.
    • Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
GFD136377Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 20.

    If equipped, install the selector lever cable splash shield and nut.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-In).
GFD136043Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 21.

    Install the LH and RH catalytic converters. Refer to Exhaust System .

  1. 22.

    Install the front and rear driveshaft assemblies. Refer to Driveshaft .

  1. 23.

    Check the transfer case fluid level. Refer to Transfer Case .

  1. 24.

    NOTE: If equipped with a underbody splash shield, do not install the splash shield at this time.

    Install the starter motor assembly. Refer to Starting System .

  1. 25.

    Connect the LH HO2S electrical connector and attach the wire routing retainers.
GFD136092Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 26.

    Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables .

  1. 27.

    Verify that the selector lever cable is correctly adjusted. Refer to Automatic Transmission External Controls .

  1. 28.

    After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure using a diagnostic scan tool.

  1. 29.

    If a new transmission or a new main control was installed, the solenoid body strategy must be updated. Refer to Solenoid Body Strategy .

  1. 30.

    If the transmission was overhauled, the adaptive drive cycle must be updated. Refer to Shift Point Road Test .

  1. 31.

    While driving the vehicle, use the scan tool to verify that the TFT has reached a temperature of 96.7 °C-102 °C (206 °F-215 °F). This will circulate the transmission fluid through the torque converter and the transmission fluid cooling system, eliminating any trapped air in the transmission fluid cooling system.

  1. 32.

    Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level Check .
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