Section 4 (Automatic Transmission): Installation: Transmission: Assembly

All Vehicles 

CAUTION: During this move, to avoid damage, do not allow the transmission to get into a nose-down position as this will cause the torque converter to move forward and disengage from the pump gear. The converter housing is piloted into position by dowels in the rear of the engine block. The torque converter must rest squarely against the flexplate. This indicates that the converter pilot is not binding in the engine crankshaft.
1. Position and secure the transmission on the high-lift transmission jack.
CAUTION: Make sure the torque converter is fully seated in the transmission before positioning the transmission to the engine.
2. Using the special tool, install the transmission to the engine.
   • Align the orange balancing marks on the converter stud and the flexplate bolt hole.
     Fig 1: Installing Transmission Engine

     Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
3. Reconnect the harness.
   Fig 2: Reconnecting Harness

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
4. Install the bolts.
   Fig 3: Installing Bolts

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

   3.8L engines 

5. Install the bolt.
   Fig 4: Installing Bolts From 3.8L Engine

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
6. Install the bolts.
   Fig 5: Installing Bolts (1 Of 3)

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

   All vehicles 

7. Install the bolts.
   Fig 6: Installing Bolts (2 Of 3)

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
8. Install the bolts.
   Fig 7: Installing Bolts (3 Of 3)

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
9. Reconnect the connectors.
   Fig 8: Reconnecting Connectors

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
10. Install the starter.
    1. Position the starter.
    2. Install the bolts.
    3. Connect the wires.
       Fig 9: Installing Starter

       Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
11. Install the shift cable.
    Fig 10: Installing Shift Cable

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The manual lever must be in the overdrive position.
Fig 11: Connecting Shift Cable At Manual Lever
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
12. Connect the shift cable at the manual lever.
13. Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
    Fig 12: Connecting Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    3.8L Engines 

14. Install the four nuts.
    Fig 13: Installing Nuts

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
15. Install the cover.
    Fig 14: Installing Cover

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    4.6L Engines 

16. Install the new torque converter nuts.
    Fig 15: Installing New Torque Converter Nuts

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
17. Install the rubber access plug.
    Fig 16: Installing Rubber Access Plug

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
18. Install the transmission inspection cover.
    Fig 17: Installing Transmission Inspection Cover

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All Vehicles 

19. Reconnect the connector.
    Fig 18: Reconnecting Connector (1 Of 2)

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
20. Reconnect the connector.
    Fig 19: Reconnecting Connector (2 Of 2)

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
21. Install the dual converter pipe. .
NOTE: The output shaft and the drive shaft are a balanced assembly.
22. Install the driveshaft.
    • Align the yellow dots and position the driveshaft on the transmission.
    • Position the driveshaft to the rear differential.
      Fig 20: Installing Driveshaft

      Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
23. Install the bolts.
    Fig 21: Installing Bolts

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
24. Connect the connector.
    Fig 22: Connecting Connector

    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
25. Use the following guidelines for the in-line transmission fluid filter:
    • If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a new in-line fluid filter.
    • If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a new in-line fluid filter kit.
    • If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, do not install an in-line filter or filter kit.
    • If installing a Ford authorized remanufactured transmission, install the in-line transmission fluid filter that is supplied.

      Prior to lowering the vehicle, install a new in-line transmission filter or a filter kit. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID IN-LINE FILTER .

NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more until the vehicle relearns the strategy.
26. Connect the battery ground cable.
NOTE: When filling a dry transmission and converter, start with a minimum of 4.7 liters (5 quarts).
27. Fill the transmission to the correct level with clean automatic transmission fluid.

    Check the transmission for correct operation.