Main Control Cover: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to DRAINING .
Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Disconnect the wiring harness from the battery tray bracket.

Fig 1: Locating Wiring Harness & Battery Tray Bracket
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Remove the battery tray bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Battery Tray Bracket
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Disconnect the vent hose from the main control cover.

Fig 3: Locating Vent Hose
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Remove the lower radiator hose and position aside.

Fig 4: Locating Lower Radiator Hose
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Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket bolt.

Fig 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket Bolt
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Remove the main control cover bolts, cooler bypass studs and the cover.

Fig 6: Locating Main Control Cover Bolts, Studs & Cover
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NOTE: Do not discard the gasket. It is a reusable type. Inspect the gasket for damage. Install a new gasket as necessary.

Fig 7: Locating Main Control Cover Gasket

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Remove the main control cover gasket.