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Valve Body: Installation

  1. Attach and lock selector lever connecting rod ("Z" link) to manual valve. Using care not to deform "Z" link, ease valve body into case.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Install low reverse servo cover, piston, spring and gasket. Connect solenoid wires.
  5. 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.
  6. Add 3 Qts. (2.8L) of transmission fluid and start engine. Add fluid as necessary.
Fig 1: Locating Control Valve Body Bolts
G92C14417Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.