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Item 62: Band Adjusting Locknut Assembly Note

    CAUTION: Do not allow the intermediate band adjusting screw to back out. The band strut could fall out of position.
    CAUTION: Install, but do not tighten, a new locknut on the band adjustment screw. Apply petroleum jelly to the locknut seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Nut On Band Adjustment Screw
    G03182316Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install a new nut on the band adjustment screw.
  2. CAUTION: The intermediate servo must be installed prior to band adjustment.
    Fig 2: Tightening Intermediate Band Adjustment Screw
    G03182317Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Tighten the intermediate band adjustment screw. Then back off the screw exactly (2) turns and hold that position.
  4. Tighten the intermediate band locknut.
    1. Hold the intermediate band adjustment screw stationary.
    2. Tighten the intermediate band locknut.
    Fig 3: Tightening Intermediate Band Locknut
    G03182318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.