Valve Body: Installation
- Attach and lock selector lever connecting rod ("Z" link) to manual valve. Using care not to deform "Z" link, ease valve body into case.
- Install "A" and "B" bolts finger tight, to locate valve body into case. See Fig 1. Install remaining bolts finger tight, except filter screen bolt and 3-4 shift solenoid bolts. Ensure proper bolts are installed in their correct location.
- Tighten valve body bolts, starting from center bolts and working to outer edges. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Remove bolt "A" and install detent spring to bolt. Reinstall bolt "A"and tighten to specification.
- Install low reverse servo cover, piston, spring and gasket. Connect solenoid wires.
- Clean filter screen with solvent and install filter screen and "O" rings. Using a new gasket, install gasket and oil pan. Tighten oil pan bolts to specifications.
- Add 3 Qts. (2.8L) of transmission fluid and start engine. Add fluid as necessary.
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.