Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Installation

All vehicles

NOTE: The TR sensor is easier to install into the transaxle from under the vehicle.

Install the TR sensor.
1. Install the TR sensor and park pawl actuating rod in the transaxle case.
2. Install the manual shaft in the transaxle case through the TR sensor.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying TR Sensor And Park Pawl Actuating Rod
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using a suitable tool such as center punch or a 5.5 mm (0.216 in) socket and a 101.6 mm (4 in) extension 1/4-inch drive, install a new TR sensor locking pin.

Fig 2: Installing TR Sensor Locking Pin
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the TR sensor detent spring and bolt.
- Tighten to 13 Nm (115 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Bolt And TR Sensor Detent Spring
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the TR sensor electrical connector.

Fig 4: Locating TR Sensor Electrical Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the main control cover grommet.

Fig 5: Locating Main Control Cover Grommet
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Clean the main control cover sealing surface.

Fig 6: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.

Fig 7: Applying Silicone To Main Control Sealing Surface Of Transaxle Case
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the main control cover in place.

Fig 8: Locating Main Control Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Inspect the 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.

Install the main control cover 8 bolts and 5 stud bolts.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
  
  Fig 9: Locating Bolts, Stud Bolts And Main Control Cover
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket and transmission fluid cooler tubes in place and install the 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  
  Fig 10: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket And Nuts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the transaxle vehicle harness electrical connector.

Fig 11: Locating Transaxle Vehicle Harness Electrical Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the transmission fluid pan stud bolts.

Fig 12: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Make sure that when installing the manual control lever it is fully seated onto the manual control lever shaft or damage to the manual control lever shaft will occur and the lever will come loose.

NOTE: Make sure to hold the manual control lever while tightening the manual control lever nut or damage to the manual control lever and park components will occur.

Install the manual control lever and the nut.
- Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 13: Locating Nut And Manual Control Lever
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the selector lever cable end to the manual control lever with the manual control lever and selector lever in DRIVE. Check selector lever cable adjustment. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS - 6F35 article.

Fig 14: Connecting Selector Lever Cable End To Manual Control Lever
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3.0L engine
Connect the lower radiator hose onto the thermostat housing.
Connect the upper radiator hose onto the coolant pump housing.
All vehicles
Install the LH splash shield and the retainers.

Fig 15: Locating Retainers And Splash Shields
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3.0L engine
Install the RH splash shield and the retainers.

Fig 16: Locating RH Splash Shield Retainers
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2.5L engine
Install the ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.5L article.
3.0L engine
Install the ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) article.
Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in ENGINE COOLING article.
All vehicles
Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
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.