Extension Housing: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the extension housing.

Fig 1: Installing Extension Housing
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Install the transmission mount.
1. Position the exhaust bracket.
2. Install the bolts.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Transmission Mount
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Position the crossmember and install the six bolts and nuts.

Fig 3: Installing Crossmember
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Remove High-Lift Transmission Jack.
Install the nuts.

Fig 4: Installing Transmission Mount Nuts
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Install the transfer case, if equipped. For additional information, refer to TRANSFER CASE - AUTOMATIC SHIFT .

NOTE: To maintain initial driveshaft balance, align the index marks on the driveshaft and the rear axle pinion flange made during removal.

Install the rear driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
Install the drain plug.

Fig 5: Installing Drain Plug
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Refill the transmission with the specified amount of fluid.
- Use MERCON® Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON®.
Lower the vehicle.