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Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Installation

  1. Install the TR sensor.
    1. Install the TR sensor and park pawl actuating rod in the transaxle case.
    2. Install the manual shaft in the transaxle case through the TR sensor.
      Fig 1: Identifying TR Sensor And Manual Shaft
      G07782742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Inspect the manual pin to make sure it is correctly installed in the manual valve. If it is not, pull the manual control lever shaft out and correctly install the manual pin in the manual valve and position the manual control lever shaft in place.
    Fig 2: Locating Position Of Manual Control Lever Shaft
    G07782743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using a suitable tool, install a new TR sensor locking pin.
    Fig 3: Installing TR Sensor Roll Pin
    G07782744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the TR sensor detent spring and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 13 Nm (115 lb-in).
      Fig 4: Locating TR Sensor Detent Spring And Bolt
      G07782745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the TR sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Locating TR Sensor Electrical Connector
    G07782746Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Clean the main control cover sealing surface.
    Fig 6: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
    G07782747Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.
    Fig 7: Locating Silicone Applying Area Of Main Control Sealing Surface
    G07782748Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the main control cover in place.
    Fig 8: Identifying Main Control Cover
    G07782749Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. NOTE: Inspect the main control cover grommet to make sure that the seal is on the inside of the main control cover. Transmission fluid leak will occur.
    NOTE: Install the stud bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.
  9. Install the main control cover 8 bolts and 5 stud bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 9: Locating Main Control Cover Bolts And Stud Bolts
      G07782750Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Position the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket and transmission fluid cooler tubes in place and install the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
      Fig 10: Identifying Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket And Fasteners
      G07782751Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the main control cover stud bolts.
    Fig 11: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
    G07782752Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the transaxle electrical connector.
    Fig 12: Locating Transaxle Electrical Connector
    G07782753Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the underbody cover and the screws.
    Fig 13: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
    G07782754Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    14. NOTE: Make sure that when installing the manual control lever it is fully seated onto the manual control lever shaft or damage to the manual control lever shaft will occur and the lever will come loose.
    NOTE: Make sure to hold the manual control lever while tightening the manual control lever nut or damage to the manual control lever and park components will occur.
  14. Install the manual control lever and the nut.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 14: Locating Manual Control Lever With Mounting Nut
      G07782755Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the selector lever cable end to the manual control lever with the manual control lever and selector lever in DRIVE. Check selector lever cable adjustment. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS - AISIN AW21/6F35 FUSION, MILAN & MKZ (EXCEPT HYBRID)--> article.
    Fig 15: Locating Selector Lever Cable End Of Manual Control Lever
    G07782756Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the ACL assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.5L FUSION & MILAN (EXCEPT HYBRID)--> article orINTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) FUSION & MILAN--> article.
  17. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 16: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
    G07782757Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Start the engine and move the range selector lever into each gear position.
  19. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved.
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