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Power Transfer Unit

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  1. Install the new PTU to transmission compression seal.
    GFD422882Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: This is a tight fit, use care to not damage the transmission and PTU mating surfaces.

    Install the PTU and the PTU bolts.

    Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

    GFD422883Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. If equipped with PTU cooling system, install PTU cooling system hoses and clamps.
    GFD422879Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Install the PTU support bracket and the PTU support bracket bolts.

    Torque: PTU support bracket to block: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm) PTU support bracket to PTU: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

    GFD422835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Connect the PTU vent hose.
    GFD422877Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Install the PTU heat shield and the PTU heat shield bolts.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD422876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Connect the PTU temperature sensor.
    GFD422875Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Install the new converter gasket.
    GFD422884Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. NOTE: Evenly tighten the fasteners during installation.

    Install the RH converter and the new RH converter nuts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

    GFD422885Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. NOTE: Loosely install the RH catalytic converter to transmission bracket through bolt before the RH catalytic converter bracket bolts are installed.

    Install the RH catalytic converter bracket through bolt.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

    GFD422872Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Install the RH catalytic converter to transmission bracket bolts.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    GFD422871Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Align the index-mark on driveshaft to the PTU pinion flange.
    GFD422886Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Install the new driveshaft to PTU bolt and washer assemblies.

    Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

    GFD422887Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Connect the catalyst monitor sensor.
    GFD422868Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Connect the HO2S.
    GFD422867Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Check the exhaust system for leaks.
  17. Install the RH halfshaft. Refer to: Front Halfshaft RH - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS), All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
  18. Fill the PTU fluid. Refer to: Power Transfer Unit Fluid Level Check 
  19. Install the front subframe. Refer to: Front Subframe
  20. If equipped with PTU cooling system, fill the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding 2.7L EcoBoost