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Main Control: Removal

  1. Remove the fluid pan.
  2. Disconnect the transmission fluid temperature (TFT) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01612620Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the fluid filter.
    Fig 2: Removing Fluid Filter
    G01612621Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. NOTE: It is necessary to note the location of the main control wire harness connectors so they can be connected in the same positions. Connector color letters are cast into the solenoid body.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors And Removing Main Control Wiring Harness
    G01612622Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the ground wire bolt. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the main control wiring harness.
    1. Solenoid SSC; Color N (Neutral/White).
    2. Solenoid SSE; Color G (Green).
    3. Solenoid SSD; Color L (Blue).
    4. Solenoid EPC; Color B (Black).
    5. Solenoid SSA; Color N (Neutral).
    6. Solenoid SSB; Color B (Black).
    5. NOTE: Note the locations of the two long bolts.
    Fig 4: Removing Main Control Valve Body And Accumulators
    G01612623Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the main control valve body and accumulators.
    6. NOTE: Each accumulator is equipped with two springs. All four springs are different sizes.
    NOTE: Note the size and location of the accumulator springs to aid assembly.
    Fig 5: Removing Accumulator Pistons And Springs
    G01612624Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the accumulator pistons and springs.
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