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Park System: Removal: Notes

NOTE: If damage to the park gear is found, the transmission must be removed and disassembled to install a new park gear.
NOTE: The park pawl, park pawl return spring and the park pawl shaft may fall out when removing the extension housing.
NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable. Clean and inspect. If damage to the gasket is found, a new gasket must be installed.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 1: Park System Removal Sequence
    G01529000Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.