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Main Control Valve Body: Installation

  1. Install the new separator plate and the 2 separator bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 1: Locating Separator Plate And Bolts
      G07782836Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    2. NOTE: If cleaning the main control assembly or inspecting the valves, refer to MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY  in this service information. If installing a new main control assembly, continue with this procedure.
  2. Install the solenoid body assembly onto the main control valve body. Install the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Locating Solenoid Body Assembly Bolts
      G07782837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the OSS and TR sensor wiring harnesses aside and install the new main control-to-transaxle case separator plate.
    Fig 3: Locating Main Control-To-Transaxle Case Separator Plate
    G07782838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. NOTE: Make sure that the manual lever pin (part of the TR sensor) is correctly installed in the manual valve.
    Fig 4: Locating Main Control
    G07782839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the main control.
    5. 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.
  5. 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 5: Locating Main Control Valve Body Bolts
      G07782840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the OSS sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 6: Locating OSS Sensor Electrical Connector
    G07782841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Connect the TR sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Locating TR Sensor Electrical Connector
    G07782842Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the main control-to-main control cover grommet.
    Fig 8: Locating Main Control Cover Grommet
    G07782843Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Clean the main control cover sealing surface.
    Fig 9: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
    G07782844Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.
    Fig 10: Locating Silicone Applying Area Of Main Control Sealing Surface
    G07782845Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Position the main control cover in place.
    Fig 11: Identifying Main Control Cover
    G07782846Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    12. 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. Transmission fluid leak will occur.
    NOTE: Install the stud bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.
  12. Tighten the 8 main control cover bolts and 5 stud bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 12: Locating Main Control Cover Bolts And Stud Bolts
      G07782847Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. 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 13: Identifying Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket And Fasteners
      G07782848Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the main control cover studbolts.
    Fig 14: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
    G07782849Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the transaxle electrical connector.
    Fig 15: Locating Transaxle Electrical Connector
    G07782850Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the underbody cover and the screws.
    Fig 16: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
    G07782851Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. 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.
  18. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
    Fig 17: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
    G07782852Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Start the engine and move the range selector lever into each gear position.
  20. 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.
  21. If a new solenoid body is installed, the solenoid body strategy and solenoid body identification will need to be updated. For additional information, refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY in this service information
  22. If a replacement transaxle assembly is being installed or a new solenoid body is installed, the PCM will have to be reflashed with a new solenoid body strategy and identification data file. For additional information, refer to SOLENOID BODY STRATEGY in this service information.
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