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Item 11: Stator Support Seal Assembly Note

    CAUTION: Be careful not to overstretch the seal ring past the seal ring groove, or damage to the seal will occur.
    Fig 1: Installing Fluid Pump Seal Ring
    G01529153Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Using the special tools, install the fluid pump seal ring.
    2. CAUTION: Verify correct seal installation. Make sure seal grooves are clean and free of burrs.
    Fig 2: Identifying Fluid Pump Seal
    G01529154Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the seal.
    3. CAUTION: Failure to correctly size the seal will damage the seal when the torque converter is installed.
    Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool (307-451/2)
    G01529155Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool, size the seal to the correct size. Leave the special tool on the seal for two minutes to obtain the correct seal size.
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