Ford Taurus Service Manual: Disassembly and Assembly

Transaxle - Overhaul

Special Tool(s)

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

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Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

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Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

All vehicles

  1. Special Tool(s): Holding Fixture 307-580

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  1. Special Tool(s): Retainer, Torque Converter 307-346

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  1. NOTICE: The torque converter is heavy. Be careful not to drop it or damage will result.

    NOTICE: Only thread the bolts 6 to 8 turns or do not exceed 12 mm (0.472 in) into the torque converter. If the bolts are threaded too far, damage to the torque converter clutch surface can occur causing torque converter failure.

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  1. NOTICE: Do not use water-based cleaners or mineral spirits to clean or flush the torque converter or transmission damage will occur. Use only clean transmission fluid designated for the transmission and torque converter being serviced.

    Clean and inspect the torque converter for damage.

    1. Inspect the sealing surface for a groove worn from the seal. Install a new torque converter if necessary.
    1. A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:
      • A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
      • The torque converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
      • The torque converter exhibits external discoloration (due to overheating).
      • There is evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes.
        • Major metallic failure
        • Multiple clutch plates or band failures
        • Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination
        • Water or antifreeze contamination
    1. If none of the above conditions are present, continue with the following fluid inspection.
    1. Pour a small amount of transmission fluid from the torque converter onto an absorbent white tissue or through a paper filter.
    1. Examine the fluid for contaminants. The fluid must be free of metallic contaminants.
    1. NOTICE: Do not use water-based cleaners or mineral spirits to clean or flush the torque converter or transmission damage will occur.

      If the fluid passed inspection:

    • drain the remaining fluid from the torque converter.
    • using only the recommended transmission fluid, add 1.9L (2 qt) of clean fluid into the converter and agitate by hand.
    • thoroughly drain the fluid.
  1. NOTE: Note the location of the studbolts for assembly.

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  1. Slide the TR sensor electrical connector lock tab over.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Handle the solenoid body with care or damage to the solenoid body may occur.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Clean and inspect the main control valve body for damage. If damage is found install a new main control valve body. If the main control valve body is not damaged, disassemble the main control valve body and clean it. Refer to Main Control - Overhaul.
  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: The location of the tab on the bottom pressure plate is aligned with the gap for the low OWC snap ring.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check that the bearings spin freely and do not move back and forth or side to side excessively. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check that the bearings spin freely and do not move back and forth or side to side excessively. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check that the bearings spin freely and do not move back and forth or side to side excessively. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check for damage or excessive wear. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Note the orientation of the snap ring for assembly. The snap ring gap must fit around the tab of the low/reverse clutch pressure plate.

    Visual check.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Do not clean in water or with water-based solvents. Damage to the component may occur.

    NOTE: The low OWC cannot be disassembled.

    Check for cracks and damaged splines. The internal splined section should rotate counterclockwise and lock when rotated clockwise. Visual check.

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  1. Check for burned or excessively worn surface. Visual check.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Install the Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/1 and 307-584/2) with the stepped end of the cylinder facing upward when compressing the forward clutch piston return spring.

    Compress the forward clutch piston return spring.
    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 307-584 (includes 307-584/1 and 307-584/2), Compressor, Forward Clutch Spring 307-574 (includes 307-574/1 and 307-574/2)

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  1. NOTE: The Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/1 and 307-584/2) and the Compressor, Forward Clutch Spring 307-574 (307-574/1 and 307-574/2) are not shown for clarity.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Long-nosed pliers. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Carefully pry on the transmission torque converter housing and the case to separate the torque converter housing from the case. Do not pry up on the silicone sealant mating surfaces, damage to the mating surfaces may occur. Carefully lift the torque converter housing off the dowel pins.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

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  2. NOTICE: If a differential bearing is damaged, a new bearing and bearing cup must be installed on both sides of the transfer shaft or excessive noise or transmission failure can occur.

    Check the bearings for excessive wear or damage and inspect the ring gear for damage. Install new bearings or a ring gear on the differential if damage or excessive wear is found. Refer to Differential Gear Assembly. If the differential bearings are replaced the bearing races in the transmission case and the torque converter housing must also be replaced. Refer to Transaxle Case and Torque Converter Housing. If the differential ring gear is replaced, the transfer shaft must also be replaced. Refer to Transfer Shaft and Gear. Visual check.

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  1. NOTICE: If a transfer shaft bearing is damaged, a new bearing and bearing cup must be installed on both sides of the transfer shaft or excessive noise or transmission failure can occur.

    Check the bearings for excessive wear or damage and inspect the park pawl wheel, transfer shaft and transfer shaft input gear for damage. Install new bearings, park pawl wheel, transfer shaft or transfer shaft input gear if damage or excessive wear is found. Refer to Transfer Shaft and Gear. If the transfer shaft bearings are replaced the bearing races in the transmission case and the torque converter housing case must also be replaced. Refer to Transaxle Case and Torque Converter Housing. If the transfer shaft is replaced, the differential ring gear must also be replaced. Refer to Differential Gear Assembly. Visual check.

    1. Bearings
    1. Transfer shaft input gear
    1. Transfer shaft
    1. Park pawl wheel

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Special tool(s): Remover, TRS Retaining Pin 307-696.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. NOTICE: If the transfer shaft bearing cup is damaged, a new bearing and bearing cup must be installed on both sides of the transfer shaft or excessive noise or transmission failure can occur.

    Check the transmission case side transfer shaft bearing cup for damage. If the transmission case side transfer shaft bearing cup is damaged, install a new bearing cup. Refer to Transaxle Case. If a new bearing cup is installed in the transmission case, install a new transfer shaft bearing cup in the torque converter housing. Refer to Torque Converter Housing. Install new bearings on the transfer shaft. Refer to Transfer Shaft and Gear. Visual check.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. NOTICE: If the differential bearing cup is damaged, a new bearing and bearing cup must be installed on both sides of the differential or excessive noise or transmission failure can occur.

    Check the transmission case side differential bearing cup for damage. If the transmission case side differential bearing cup is damaged, install a new bearing cup. Refer to Transaxle Case. If a new bearing cup is installed in the transmission case, install a new differential bearing cup in the torque converter housing. Refer to Torque Converter Housing. If a new bearing cup was installed, the differential bearings must also be replaced. Refer to Differential Gear Assembly. Visual check.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Note the orientation of the fluid filter to the fluid pump.

    Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    1. Pull the filter out of the bore of the fluid pump.
    1. If the filter seal did not come off with the filter, remove the seal from the pump.

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  1. Clean and inspect the components of the pump assembly for wear or damage. Inspect the fluid drained from the pump for excessive metal or foreign material. If excessive wear, damage or excessive metal is found, replace the fluid pump as an assembly.

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  1. Check the pump chain and sprocket assembly for damage or wear. Visual check.
    • Check the drive chain for wear, damage, stretching or tightness of the chain links.
    • Check the chain sprockets for excessive wear in the chain contact areas and thrust washer areas.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: If the transfer shaft bearing cup is damaged, a new bearing and bearing cup must be installed on both sides of the transfer shaft or excessive noise or transmission failure can occur.

    Check the torque converter housing side transfer shaft bearing cup for damage. If the torque converter housing side transfer shaft bearing cup is damaged, install a new bearing cup. Refer to Torque Converter Housing. If a new bearing cup is installed in the torque converter housing, install a new transfer shaft bearing cup in the transmission case. Refer to Transaxle Case. Install new bearings on the transfer shaft. Refer to Transfer Shaft and Gear. Visual check.

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FWD vehicles

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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All vehicles

  1. NOTICE: If the differential bearing cup is damaged, a new bearing and bearing cup must be installed on both sides of the differential or excessive noise or transmission failure can occur.

    Check the torque converter housing side differential bearing cup for damage. If the torque converter housing side differential bearing cup is damaged, install a new bearing cup. Refer to Torque Converter Housing. If a new bearing cup is installed in the torque converter housing, install a new differential bearing cup in the transmission case. Refer to Transaxle Case. If a new bearing cup was installed, the differential bearings must also be replaced. Refer to Differential Gear Assembly. Visual check.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
    General Equipment: Dent Puller.

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  1. Clean and inspect the transmission case and torque converter housing for damage and install a new transmission case or torque converter housing if necessary. If a new transmission case or torque converter housing is installed, refer to Transaxle Case for bearing cup installation and Torque Converter Housing for torque converter housing bearing cup installation and differential/transfer gear bearing shim measurement.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Compress the overdrive piston return spring.
    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Overdrive Clutch, Balance Piston and Direct Clutch 307-589 (307-589/1), Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/2)
    General Equipment: Shop Press

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Install the No. 1 thrust bearing on the overdrive/direct clutch assembly.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

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  1. Install the overdrive/direct clutch assembly in the rear cover.

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  1. Air Blow Gun.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. NOTICE: Only compress the direct clutch piston return spring far enough to take the tension from the direct clutch cylinder off the snap ring. If the piston is compressed too far, the piston alignment tab may be broken off.

    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Overdrive Clutch, Balance Piston and Direct Clutch 307-589 (307-589/2), Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/2)
    General Equipment: Shop Press

    1. Do not contact the overdrive/direct clutch hub and shaft assembly with the direct clutch cylinder.
    1. Remove the snap ring.

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  1. Install the No. 1 thrust bearing on the overdrive/direct clutch assembly.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

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  1. Install the overdrive/direct clutch assembly in the rear cover.

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  1. Apply 483 kPa (70.05 psi) of air pressure. Air Blow Gun.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Only compress the direct clutch piston return spring far enough to install the direct clutch cylinder snap ring. If the piston is compressed too far, the piston alignment tab may be broken off.

    NOTE: Align the tab on the direct clutch cylinder with the slot on the overdrive/direct clutch hub and shaft assembly.

    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Overdrive Clutch, Balance Piston and Direct Clutch 307-589 (307-589/2), Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/2)
    General Equipment: Shop Press
    1. Do not contact the overdrive/direct clutch hub and shaft assembly with the direct clutch cylinder.
    1. Install the snap ring.

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  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Push the overdrive clutch piston in the cylinder by hand using the Compressor, Overdrive Clutch, Balance Piston and Direct Clutch 307-589/1.

    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Overdrive Clutch, Balance Piston and Direct Clutch 307-589 (307-589/1)

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  1. NOTE: Install the overdrive clutch piston return spring so that the holes are facing upward.

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  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

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  1. Compress the overdrive clutch piston return spring.
    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Overdrive Clutch, Balance Piston and Direct Clutch 307-589 (307-589/1), Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/2)
    General Equipment: Shop Press

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/1 and 307-584/2)
    General Equipment: Shop Press

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/2), Reverse Clutch Piston and Retaining Ring Set 307-588 (307-588/3)
    General Equipment: Shop Press

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Install new Teflon seals. Adjust the Input Shaft Support Seal Installer (Back Plate, Multiple Rings) 307-578/3 and repeat step to install the other 3 seals.
    Special Tool(s): Input Shaft Support Seal Installer (Back Plate, Multiple Rings) 307-578 (307-578/2, 307-578/3)

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  1. Size the 4 Teflon seals.
    Special Tool(s): Input Shaft Support Seal Installer (Back Plate, Multiple Rings) 307-578 (307-578/1)

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  1. Special Tool(s): Reverse Clutch Piston and Retaining Ring Set 307-588 (307-588/1 and 307-588/2).

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  1. Align the piston bleed hole with the indentation in the cover and push the piston in the cylinder using the Reverse Clutch Piston and Retaining Ring Set 307-588/3. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component. Visual check.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.
    Special Tool(s): Reverse Clutch Piston and Retaining Ring Set 307-588 (307-588/3)

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  1. NOTE: Install the low/reverse piston return spring with the tabs facing down.

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  1. NOTE: Make sure the snap ring is fully seated in the groove before releasing the pressure on the return spring.

    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/2) and the Reverse Clutch Piston and Retaining Ring Set (307-588) 307-588/3.
    General Equipment: Shop Press

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Make sure the snap ring is fully seated in the groove before releasing the pressure on the return spring.

    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584

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  1. Special Tool(s): Input Shaft Support Seal Installer (Back Plate, Multiple Rings) 307-578 (307-578/1)

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  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
    Special Tool(s): Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A), Collet, 7/8 Inch to 1 Inch 303-D020 (D80L-100-R)

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. NOTE: Note the location of the Torx head and the hex head bolts for assembly.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Clean and inspect the stator support assembly for damage and install new, if necessary.
  1. Special Tool(s): Support Solid Seal Installer (Single Seal) 307-579 (307-579/2 and 307-579/3)

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  1. Special Tool(s): Support Solid Seal Installer (Single Seal) 307-579 (307-579/1)

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Install the Torx and the hex bolts in the correct locations as noted during disassembly.

    Hand tighten.

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    • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

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    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

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  1. Special Tool(s): Support Seal Installer 307-585.

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  1. Special Tool(s): Support Seal Installer 307-585.

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  1. Remove.
    Special Tool(s): Support Solid Seal Installer (Single Seal) 307-579 (307-579/1)

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: The solenoid body should be handled with care or damage to the solenoid body may occur.

    NOTICE: Do not handle the solenoid body in the leadframe area or by the screens of the solenoid body filter or damage to the solenoid body may occur.

    NOTICE: Use care not to break the alignment tabs when installing the solenoid body filter. Damage to the transmission will occur if the solenoid body is not correctly aligned.

    Pull straight up from the alignment tabs. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

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  1. Check for damage. Visual check.

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  1. If replacing the solenoid body, install the replacement service tag on the transmission case over the current solenoid body strategy tag.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Do not handle the solenoid body in the leadframe area or by the screens of the solenoid body filter or damage to the solenoid body may occur.

    NOTICE: Use care not to break the alignment tabs when installing the solenoid body filter. Damage to the transmission will occur if the solenoid body is not correctly aligned.

    NOTICE: Make sure that the filter passage areas are clean of foreign material before installing the filter. Damage to the transmission will occur if the filter passages are not clean.

    Push filter straight down onto the alignment tabs.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Special Tool(s): Manual Lever Seal Installer 307-581
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Special Tool(s): Manual Lever Seal Installer 307-581

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  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

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    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Special Tool(s): Converter Seal Installer 307-575

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  1. NOTICE: Support the torque converter housing using blocks of wood, or damage to the torque converter housing may occur.

    Special Tool(s): Converter Seal Installer 307-575

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

FWD vehicles

  1. Special Tool(s): Handle 205-153 (T80T-4000-W), Installer, Cover Axle Seal 307-582A

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  1. NOTICE: Support the torque converter housing using blocks of wood or damage to the torque converter housing may occur.

    Special Tool(s): Handle 205-153 (T80T-4000-W), Installer, Cover Axle Seal 307-582A

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

All vehicles

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: The dot on the pump sprocket is installed facing upward.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Flush the pump with clean transmission fluid. Rotate the pump shaft by hand to clean the old transmission fluid out of the pump.
  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Install the filter in the correct orientation as noted in removal.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Be sure that the pump drive chain is correctly engaged on both sprockets.
    • Tighten to 41 Nm (30 lb-ft).

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    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Clean the specified component with the specified material. Apply the substance from the specified tube.

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  1. NOTE: Hand tighten the bolts only.

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  1. NOTE: The studbolts are 1 and 16 in the tightening sequence.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).

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  1. Special Tool(s): Handle 205-153 (T80T-4000-W), Installer, Cover Axle Seal 307-582A

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Special Tool(s): Handle 205-153 (T80T-4000-W), Installer, Cover Axle Seal 307-582A

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

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  1. NOTE: Install the Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584/1 with the stepped end of the cylinder facing downward when pushing the forward clutch piston into the bore.

    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (307-584/1)

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  1. NOTE: Install the Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring with the stepped end of the cylinder facing upward when compressing the forward clutch piston return spring.

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  1. NOTE: Install the Forward/Overdrive Spring Compressor with the stepped end of the cylinder facing upward when compressing the forward clutch piston return spring.

    NOTE: Before compressing the forward clutch piston return spring, make sure the spring is centered.

    Compress the forward clutch piston return spring.
    Special Tool(s): Compressor, Forward Clutch Spring 307-574 (307-574/1 and 307-574/2), Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring 307-584 (includes 307-584/1 and 307-584/2)

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  1. NOTE: The Compressor, Forward Clutch Spring and the Compressor, Forward/Intermediate Spring not shown for clarity.

    NOTE: The snap ring gap should be at the top of the transmission case.

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  1. Install the forward clutch wave spring.

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  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

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    1. Position the forward clutch pack assembly in the case.
    1. Make sure the alignment tab on the clutch pack is positioned in the correct location.

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    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: The low OWC snap ring gap must be positioned as shown so that the low/reverse clutch pressure plate tab fits into the gap when it is installed later in this procedure.

    Visual check.

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  1. Compare the position of the low OWC snap ring gap with the tab on the low/reverse clutch pressure plate to be sure that the gap is in the right position. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Rest the plunger on a top friction disc tab.
    Special Tool(s): Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C)

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply 483 kPa (70 psi) of air pressure to the forward clutch piston port while recording the clutch pack clearance on the Dial Indicator. The clearance should be between 0.85 mm (0.033 in) and 2.41 mm (0.094 in). If the clearance is out of range, check the forward clutch pack and low OWC for correct installation. If the forward clutch pack and low OWC is correctly installed, install a new forward clutch pack. Air Blow Gun. Measure the length or distance.
    Special Tool(s): Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C)

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: The groove on the center sun gear is installed facing up.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Failure to align the tab on the bottom of the low/reverse pressure plate with the gap in the low OWC snap ring may result in damage to the transmission.
    1. Make sure the tab on the bottom of the pressure plate fits in the gap of the low OWC snap ring.
    1. Install the low/reverse clutch pressure plate.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Measure the depth of the low/reverse clutch pressure plate where the tab fits into the gap of the low OWC snap ring and directly across from it. If the pressure plate is seated correctly, the depth should be the same. If the depths are different, rotate the snap ring so that the gap fits around the tab on the pressure plate. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Install the low/reverse clutch.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: The low/reverse clutch wave spring and pressure plate are temporarily reversely installed to measure the low/reverse clutch clearance.

    Temporarily install the low/reverse clutch wave spring and pressure plate with the pressure plate on top of the wave spring.

    1. Pressure plate
    1. Wave spring

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Using a straightedge and the Depth Micrometer 303-D075 (D92P-4201-A), measure and record as measurement A, the distance from the transmission case deck surface to the low/reverse pressure plate. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Using the same straightedge and the Depth Micrometer 303-D075 (D92P-4201-A), measure and record as measurement B, the distance from the low/reverse clutch piston to the cover assembly deck surface. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Subtract measurement B from measurement A and add 1.6 mm (0.062 in), to compensate for the thickness of the gasket, to get the low/reverse clutch clearance. The clearance should be between 0.83 mm (0.032 in) and 2.43 mm (0.095 in). If the clearance is out of range, check the low/reverse clutch pack for correct installation. If the low/reverse clutch pack is correctly installed, install a new low/reverse clutch pack.

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: When the low/reverse clutch is correctly installed, the wave spring is on top.
    1. Wave spring
    1. Pressure plate

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Install the intermediate clutch pressure plate.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Apply the specified lubricant to the specified component.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Using a straightedge and the Depth Micrometer 303-D075 (D92P-4201-A), measure and record as measurement A, the distance from the transmission case deck surface to a low point on the intermediate clutch wave spring. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Using the straightedge and the Depth Micrometer 303-D075 (D92P-4201-A), measure and record as measurement B, the distance from the intermediate clutch piston to the cover assembly deck surface. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Subtract measurement B from measurement A and add 1.6 mm (0.062 in), to compensate for the thickness of the gasket, to get the intermediate clutch clearance. The clearance should be between 0.99 mm (0.038 in) and 2.56 mm (0.1 in). If the clearance is out of range, check the intermediate clutch pack for correct installation. If the intermediate clutch pack is correctly installed, install a new intermediate clutch pack.

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Install the No. 1 thrust bearing on the overdrive/direct clutch assembly.
    Shop Supplies: Petroleum Jelly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Position the overdrive/direct clutch assembly in the cover assembly, install the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) plunger on the overdrive clutch pressure plate. Apply 483 kPa (70 psi) of air pressure to the overdrive clutch piston port while recording the clutch pack clearance on the Dial Indicator. The clearance should be between 1.13 mm (0.044 in) and 2.28 mm (0.089 in). If the clearance is out of range, check the overdrive clutch pack for correct installation. If the overdrive clutch pack is correctly installed, install a new overdrive clutch pack. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Position the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) on the direct clutch pressure plate. Apply 483 kPa (70 psi) of air pressure to the direct clutch piston port while recording the clutch pack clearance on the Dial Indicator. The clearance should be between 0.98 mm (0.038 in) and 2.34 mm (0.092 in). If the clearance is out of range, check the direct clutch pack for correct installation. If the direct clutch pack is correctly installed, install a new direct clutch pack. Measure the length or distance.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Be careful not to pinch the TSS , OSS or TR sensor wiring harnesses under the valve body, or damage to the wiring harness or connectors may occur.

    NOTE: Make sure that the manual pin (part of the TR sensor) is correctly installed in the manual valve.

    1. Manual pin
    1. Manual valve

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Make sure not to pinch the TSS , OSS or TR sensor wiring harnesses behind the solenoid body when positioning the solenoid body in place.

    Hand-tighten only.

    1. 42 mm (1.653 in) bolt
    1. 63 mm (2.48 in) bolts
    1. 80 mm (3.149 in) bolts
    1. 95 mm (3.74 in) bolts

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Connect the TR sensor electrical connector and slide the lock tab to the LOCK position.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Check for damage. Visual check.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Install the studbolts in the correct locations as noted during disassembly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Only thread the bolts 6 to 8 turns or do not exceed 12 mm (0.472 in) in the torque converter. If the bolts are threaded too far, damage to the torque converter clutch surface can occur, causing torque converter failure.

    Install two 10 mm x 1.50 bolts into the torque converter 6 to 8 turns to assist in handling the torque converter and install the torque converter in the transmission.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Special Tool(s): Retainer, Torque Converter 307-346

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Main Control - Overhaul

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Valve Body

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Lower Valve Body

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Note the location of the check balls for assembly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Remove the lower valve body assembly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTICE: Remove the valves by tapping the valve body on the palm of the hand to slide the valves out of the bores. It may be necessary to remove the valves and springs using a pick. If it is necessary to use a pick, use extreme caution to prevent damaging the valves or valve bores. If necessary, disassemble parts of the main control valve body in small groups. Take special care when handling the main control components, since they are the most precise and delicate parts of the transmission. Neatly arrange the parts as they are removed to avoid mixing similar pieces.

    NOTE: Do not stone or polish any valves. If the valves do not move freely, install a new assembly.

    Remove the individual valves and springs from the main control valve body and lower valve body by removing the retaining clips. See the Valve Body and Lower Valve Body illustrations at the beginning of this procedure for valve and spring locations. Clean valves, springs, main control valve body and lower valve body.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Do not stone or polish any valves. If the valves do not move freely during assembly, install a new valve body.

    Install the valve body valves, springs and retaining clips in the main control valve body and lower valve body. See the Valve Body and Lower Valve Body illustrations at the beginning of this procedure for valve and spring locations.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

  1. NOTE: Install the check balls in the correct location as noted during disassembly.

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    1. 63 mm (2.48 in) bolts
    1. 35 mm (1.377 in) bolts

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    1. 63 mm (2.48 in) bolts
    1. 35 mm (1.377 in) bolts

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

    Ford Taurus. Automatic Transmission

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    Main Control Valve Body Material Removal With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to Section 100-02. Remove the main control cover. Refer to Main Control Cover - 3. ...

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