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Main Control Cover: Installation

  1. Clean the main control cover sealing surface and inspect for damage.
    Fig 1: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
    G07782686Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.
    Fig 2: Locating Silicone Applying Area Of Main Control Sealing Surface
    G07782687Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the main control cover in place.
    Fig 3: Identifying Main Control Cover
    G07782688Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. NOTE: Inspect the main control-to-main control cover grommet to make sure that the seals is on the inside of the main control cover. Transmission fluid leak will occur.
    NOTE: Install the stud bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.
  4. Tighten the 8 main control cover bolts and 5 stud bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 4: Locating Main Control Cover Bolts And Stud Bolts
      G07782689Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. 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 5: Identifying Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket And Fasteners
      G07782690Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the main control cover stud bolts.
    Fig 6: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
    G07782691Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Connect the transaxle electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Locating Transaxle Electrical Connector
    G07782692Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the underbody cover and the screws.
    Fig 8: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
    G07782693Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the ACL assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.5L FUSION & MILAN (EXCEPT HYBRID)--> article orINTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) FUSION & MILAN--> article.
  10. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 9: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
    G07782694Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Start the engine and move the range selector lever into each gear position.
  12. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved.
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