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Overhaul- Automatic Transmission: Disassembly: Transaxle: Disassembly

    NOTE: Clean the transaxle assembly to prevent the entry of dirt when reassembling.
  1. Inspect transaxle during disassembly.
  2. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter Retainer Tool
    G02050468Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. CAUTION: Do not  tilt the torque converter when removing it. This can damage the torque converter hub.
    NOTE: The torque converter is filled with fluid. Position it on a table so that fluid will drain out of the torque converter into a drain pan.
    Fig 2: Identifying Torque Converter Handle Tools
    G02050469Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool, remove the torque converter.
  4. Remove the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor.
    Fig 3: Identifying OSS Sensor Bolt
    G02050470Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the turbine shaft speed (TSS) sensor.
    1. Remove the bolt.
    2. Remove the TSS sensor.
    Fig 4: Removing TSS Sensor
    G02050471Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove and discard the TSS and OSS sensor O-ring seals.
    Fig 5: Identifying OSS & TSS O-Rings
    G02050472Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the transmission range (TR) sensor.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Remove the TR sensor from the manual valve detent lever shaft.
    Fig 6: Removing TR Sensor
    G02050473Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Using the special tool, secure the transaxle to the bench.
    Fig 7: Securing Transaxle To Bench
    G02050474Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Position the drain pan under the transaxle, remove the drain plug, and drain the transmission fluid.
    Fig 8: Identifying Drain Plug
    G02050475Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the pump assembly driveshaft.
    Fig 9: Identifying Pump Assembly Driveshaft
    G02050476Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Using the special tools, remove and discard the torque converter impeller hub seal.
    Fig 10: Removing Torque Converter Impeller Hub Seal
    G02050477Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Using the special tools, remove the left-hand differential seals.
    Fig 11: Removing Left-Hand Differential Seals
    G02050478Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Using the special tools, remove the right-hand differential seals.
    Fig 12: Removing Right-Hand Differential Seals
    G02050479Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Remove the transaxle fluid filler tube bolt.
    Fig 13: Identifying Transaxle Fluid Filler Tube Bolt
    G02050480Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Remove the transaxle fluid filler tube.
    Fig 14: Removing Transaxle Fluid Filler Tube
    G02050481Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Remove and discard the transaxle filler tube grommet.
    Fig 15: Identifying Transaxle Filler Tube Grommet
    G02050482Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    17. NOTE: Remove the bolts in the indicated sequence.
    Fig 16: Identifying Main Control Cover Bolts
    G02050483Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Remove the main control cover bolts, and cover.
  18. Remove and discard the gasket.
  19. Inspect the fitting of the main control cover vent tube for blockage.
    20. NOTE: Remove the bolts in the indicated sequence.
    Fig 17: Identifying Main Control Valve Body Bolts
    G02050485Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Remove the main control valve body bolts.
  21. Disconnect the manual valve link from the manual valve when lifting the main control valve body from the case.
    Fig 18: Identifying Manual Valve Link
    G02050486Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    22. CAUTION: Do not  pull on solenoid body electrical connector wires, or use a hammer on the electrical connector.
    Fig 19: Identifying Solenoid Body Electrical Connector
    G02050487Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Remove the solenoid body electrical connector.
    • Release the retaining tabs and push the connector through the transaxle case.
  23. Support the manual valve and remove the main control.
    Fig 20: Removing Main Control
    G02050488Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. Remove the thermostatic fluid level control valve bracket.
    1. Remove the bolt.
    2. Remove the bracket.
    Fig 21: Removing Thermostatic Fluid Level Control Valve Bracket
    G02050489Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Remove the thermostatic fluid level control valve.
    Fig 22: Removing Thermostatic Fluid Level Control Valve
    G02050490Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    26. WARNING: The servo and servo cover are under high spring force. Use caution when removing servo cover. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
    CAUTION: Do not  use a screwdriver to remove the retaining ring or damage to the case can occur. Use only snap ring pliers to remove the retaining ring.
  26. Using the special tool, remove the servo assembly.
    1. Install the special tool.
    2. Compress the servo assembly by tightening the bolt.
    3. Remove the retaining ring.
      4. Fig 23: Removing Servo
      G02050491Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Remove the servo cover assembly.
  28. Remove the intermediate and overdrive servo piston and return spring.
    29. NOTE: If the bonded seal is damaged, install a new servo assembly.
    Fig 24: Inspecting Intermediate & Overdrive Servo Assembly
    G02050492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  29. Inspect the intermediate and overdrive servo assembly and bore for damage or wear.
    1. Servo cover with bonded seal.
    2. Cushion spring.
    3. Servo apply rod.
    4. Servo return spring.
    • Case servo bore.
    30. NOTE: Position the transaxle with the torque converter housing facing upward.
    Fig 25: Identifying Torque Converter Housing Bolts
    G02050493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  30. Remove the 20 bolts.
    31. NOTE: Place the torque converter housing on the engine flange side after removal to prevent damage to the lube tube.
    Fig 26: Separating Torque Converter Housing From Transaxle Case
    G02050494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  31. Separate the torque converter housing from the transaxle case.
    • Remove and discard the transaxle split flange gasket.
  32. Remove the differential bearing and shim.
    1. Remove the No. 15 differential bearing.
    2. Remove the No. 14 differential bearing shim.
    Fig 27: Removing Differential Bearing & Shim
    G02050495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  33. Remove the final drive carrier and differential assembly.
    Fig 28: Removing Final Drive Carrier & Differential Assembly
    G02050496Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  34. Remove the No. 13 driven sprocket thrust bearing.
    Fig 29: Removing No. 13 Driven Sprocket Thrust Bearing
    G02050497Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  35. Unclip and remove the chain pan cover.
    Fig 30: Identifying Chain Pan Cover
    G02050498Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    36. NOTE: The driven sprocket thrust washer may adhere to the converter housing.
    Fig 31: Removing No. 10 Driven Sprocket Thrust Washer From The Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Assembly
    G02050499Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  36. Remove the No. 10 driven sprocket thrust washer from the reverse/overdrive ring gear assembly.
  37. Remove the chain drive, reverse/overdrive ring gear, and driven sprocket assembly.
    Fig 32: Removing Chain Drive, Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear, & Driven Sprocket Assembly
    G02050500Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  38. Separate the drive chain assembly from the driven sprocket assembly and reverse/overdrive ring gear assembly.
    Fig 33: Identifying Drive Chain Assembly, Driven Sprocket Assembly & Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Assembly
    G02050501Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    39. NOTE: Inspect the magnet located on the chain pan for excessive metal particles.
    Fig 34: Identifying Chain Pan
    G02050502Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  39. Remove the chain pan (with the magnet retained) from the transaxle case.
  40. Assemble the special tools.
    Fig 35: Assembling Special Tools
    G02050503Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  41. Using the special tools, remove and discard fluid filter recirculating regulator exhaust seal.
    Fig 36: Removing Fluid Filter Recirculating Regulator Exhaust Seal
    G02050504Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  42. Remove the fluid filter and seal assembly.
    1. Discard the fluid filter.
    2. Discard the fluid filter seal.
    Fig 37: Removing Fluid Filter & Seal Assembly
    G02050505Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  43. Remove the No. 12 driven sprocket bearing.
    Fig 38: Removing No. 12 driven sprocket bearing
    G02050506Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  44. Remove the No. 11 driven sprocket shim (selective fit).
    Fig 39: Removing No. 11 Driven Sprocket Shim
    G02050507Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  45. Disconnect the parking lever actuating rod from the parking cam actuator lever assembly.
    Fig 40: Disconnecting Parking Lever Actuating Rod From Parking Cam Actuator Lever Assembly
    G02050508Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  46. Disconnect the parking lever actuation rod from the manual valve detent lever, and remove the parking lever actuation rod.
    Fig 41: Removing The Parking Lever Actuation Rod
    G02050509Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  47. Remove the No. 9 reverse/overdrive ring gear thrust bearing.
    NOTE: The thrust bearing may adhere to the reverse/overdrive sprocket.
    Fig 42: Removing No. 9 Reverse/Overdrive Ring Gear Thrust Bearing
    G02050510Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  48. Remove the reverse/overdrive carrier assembly with captured No. 8 thrust bearing.
    NOTE: The thrust bearing is part of the reverse/overdrive carrier assembly.
    Fig 43: Removing Reverse/Overdrive Carrier Assembly With Captured No. 8 Thrust Bearing
    G02050511Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  49. Remove the reverse/overdrive sun gear and shell assembly.
    Fig 44: Removing Reverse/Overdrive Sun Gear & Shell Assembly
    G02050512Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  50. Remove the reverse/overdrive sun gear and No. 7 shell thrust bearing.
    NOTE: The thrust bearing may adhere to the reverse/overdrive sun gear and shell.
    Fig 45: Removing Reverse/Overdrive Sun Gear & No. 7 Shell Thrust Bearing
    G02050513Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  51. Remove the low/intermediate ring gear assembly.
    Fig 46: Removing The Low/Intermediate Ring Gear Assembly
    G02050514Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  52. Remove the No. 6 low/intermediate carrier thrust bearing.
    NOTE: The low/intermediate carrier thrust bearing may adhere to the low/intermediate ring gear.
    Fig 47: Removing No. 6 Low/Intermediate Carrier Thrust Bearing
    G02050515Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  53. Remove the low/intermediate carrier assembly.
    Fig 48: Removing Low/Intermediate Carrier Assembly
    G02050516Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  54. Remove the No. 5 low/intermediate sun gear thrust bearing and tag for installation.
    Fig 49: Removing No. 5 Low/Intermediate Sun Gear Thrust Bearing
    G02050517Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  55. Remove the forward one-way clutch and low/intermediate sun gear.
    Fig 50: Removing Forward One-Way Clutch & Low/Intermediate Sun Gear
    G02050518Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  56. Remove the No. 4 turbine shaft thrust bearing.
    NOTE: The turbine shaft thrust bearing may adhere to the forward one-way clutch and low/intermediate sun gear.
    Fig 51: Removing No. 4 Turbine Shaft Thrust Bearing
    G02050519Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  57. Remove the turbine shaft assembly.
    Fig 52: Removing Turbine Shaft Assembly
    G02050520Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  58. Remove the forward/coast/direct cylinder assembly and reverse clutch drum assembly from the transaxle.
    Fig 53: Removing Forward/Coast/Direct Cylinder Assembly & Reverse Clutch Drum Assembly
    G02050521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  59. Remove the forward/coast/direct clutch cylinder from the reverse clutch drum assembly.
    Fig 54: Removing Forward/Coast/Direct Clutch Cylinder From Reverse Clutch Drum Assembly
    G02050522Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  60. Remove the No. 1 pump support thrust bearing and tag for installation.
    NOTE: The pump support thrust bearing assembly may adhere to the reverse clutch drum assembly.
    Fig 55: Removing No. 1 Pump Support Thrust Bearing
    G02050523Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  61. Remove the low one-way clutch retaining ring.
    Fig 56: Removing The Low One-Way Clutch Retaining Ring
    G02050524Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  62. Remove the low one-way clutch thrust plate.
    Fig 57: Removing The Low One-Way Clutch Thrust Plate
    G02050525Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  63. Remove the low one-way clutch assembly.
    NOTE: The low one-way clutch assembly should be removed as an assembly.
    Fig 58: Removing Low One-Way Clutch Assembly
    G02050526Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  64. Remove the low/reverse clutch wave spring.
    Fig 59: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Wave Spring
    G02050527Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  65. Remove the low/reverse clutch plates.
    • Inspect the friction plates for partially stripped, broken or bent spline teeth, burnt, worn or flaked-off friction material, and warped or bent friction discs.
    • Inspect the steel plates for heat discoloration or warpage.
    Fig 60: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Plates
    G02050528Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  66. Remove the low/reverse clutch return spring retaining ring.
    Fig 61: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Return Spring Retaining Ring
    G02050529Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  67. Remove the low/reverse clutch return spring assembly.
    Fig 62: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Return Spring Assembly
    G02050530Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  68. Remove the low/reverse clutch piston.
    NOTE: Rotate the low/reverse clutch piston while pulling upward.
    Fig 63: Removing Low/Reverse Clutch Piston
    G02050531Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  69. Remove the pump assembly bolts.
    NOTE: Position the transaxle so the pump assembly is facing upward.
    Fig 64: Identifying Pump Assembly Bolts
    G02050532Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  70. Using the special tools, remove the pump assembly.
    1. Install the special tool.
    2. Assemble the special tools.
    3. Using the special tools, remove the pump assembly.
    Fig 65: Removing Pump Assembly
    G02050533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  71. Remove the intermediate and overdrive band assembly from the case.
    • Inspect the intermediate and overdrive band assembly for damage and wear.
    Fig 66: Removing Intermediate & Overdrive Band
    G02050534Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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