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Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor: Installation

  1. Install the OSS  sensor and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 1: Locating Bolt And OSS Sensor
    G06278484Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Position the OSS  and TR  sensor wiring harnesses aside and install the main control-to-transaxle separator plate.
    Fig 2: Locating Main Control-To-Transaxle Case Separator Plate
    G06278485Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. NOTE: Make sure that the manual lever pin (part of the TR  sensor) is correctly installed in the manual valve.

    Install the main control.

    Fig 3: Locating Main Control
    G06278486Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Make sure not to pinch the Output Shaft Speed (OSS) or Transmission Range (TR) sensor wiring harnesses when installing the main control.
    NOTE: Install the different length bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.

    Install the main control stud nut and 22 main control valve body bolts. Tighten in a crisscross pattern.

    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 4: Locating Bolts And Main Control
    G06278487Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Route the OSS  sensor wiring harness and connect the electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Locating OSS Sensor Wiring Harness
    G06278488Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the TR  sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 6: Locating TR Sensor Electrical Connector
    G06278489Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the main control-to-main control cover grommet.
    Fig 7: Locating Main Control Cover Grommet
    G06278490Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Clean the main control cover sealing surface and inspect for damage.
    Fig 8: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
    G06278491Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.
    Fig 9: Applying Silicone To Main Control Sealing Surface Of Transaxle Case
    G06278492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Position the main control cover in place.
    Fig 10: Locating Main Control Cover
    G06278493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. NOTE: Inspect the main control-to-main control cover grommet to make sure that the seal is on the inside of the main control cover or a transmission fluid leak will occur.
    NOTE: Install the stud bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.

    Install the 8 main control cover bolts and 5 stud bolts.

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    Fig 11: Locating Bolts, Stud Bolts And Main Control Cover
    G06278494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Position the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket and transmission fluid cooler tube assembly in place and install the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    Fig 12: Positioning Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket
    G06278495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the main control cover studbolts.
    Fig 13: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
    G06278496Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Connect the transaxle electrical connector.
    Fig 14: Locating Transaxle Electrical Connector
    G06278497Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the underbody cover and the screws.
    Fig 15: Locating Underbody Cover And Screws
    G06278498Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the ACL  assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.5L or INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) .
  17. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 16: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
    G06278499Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Start the engine and let it run for 3 minutes. Move the range selector lever into each gear position. Check the transmission fluid level, making sure that the transmission fluid is at the correct level.
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