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Main Control: Removal

NOTE: The Solenoid Body Strategy Data Download procedure must be performed if a new main control assembly is installed.

  1. 1.

    Remove the transmission fluid pan and filter. Refer to, Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter .

  1. 2.

    NOTE: Do not pull on the wire harness to disconnect the connector or damage to the connector will occur.

    Disconnect the transmission vehicle harness connector by twisting the outer shell and pulling back on the connector.

GFD30915Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    Pull the release tab and pull down on the bulkhead connector sleeve retainer.
GFD30916Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 4.

    With the transmission bulkhead connector sleeve retainer released, use the Koastal Sleeve Remover to pull the outer shell of the bulkhead connector sleeve out of the transmission.
GFD30917Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 5.

    Inspect the bulkhead connector sleeve seals.
    • If necessary, replace the seals.
GFD30918Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 6.

    NOTE: During removal of the main control assembly, the thermal bypass valve may fall out of the transmission case. Damage to the valve may occur if the valve falls out.

    Remove the 11 bolts from the main control assembly and remove the main control assembly and the bypass valve.

GFD30919Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY