Reverse Servo Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Components Reverse Servo Assembly

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Remove the control valve spring retainer.

Fig 2: Removing Control Valve Spring Retainer

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Remove the reverse servo spring and check valve.

Fig 3: Removing Reverse Servo Spring And Check Valve
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WARNING: The upper and lower servo covers are under spring tension. Use care when separating the two halves. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

NOTE: Tabs on servo plate mate with slots on cover every 120 degrees.

Fig 4: Removing Reverse Servo Plate

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Remove the reverse servo plate by turning in either direction to release.
- Align the arrow on the servo plate with any slot on the cover.
Remove the reverse servo spring.

Fig 5: Identifying Reverse Servo Spring
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Remove the reverse servo piston and seal assembly.
- Inspect the seal for damage, install a new reverse servo piston if necessary.
Fig 6: Identifying Reverse Servo Piston
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Remove and discard the reverse servo piston seal.

Fig 7: Identifying Reverse Servo Piston Seal

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