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Main Control Valve Body: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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CAUTION: Do not stone, file, or sand the valves. This will remove the anodized finish and may result in further main control or transmission damage.
NOTE: The valve body separator plate has a bonded gasket. Do not reuse, discard the bonded gasket.
  1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Remove, clean and inspect the valves.

    To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 

    PARTS REMOVAL SEQUENCE

    Part Steps
    Minor overhaul and cleaning 1-4
    For removal, cleaning and inspection of the valves 5-80
    Fig 2: Identifying Removal Order Of Main Control Valve Body (1 Of 3)
    G03182179Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 3: Identifying Removal Order Of Main Control Valve Body (2 Of 3)
    G03182180Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 4: Identifying Removal Order Of Main Control Valve Body (3 Of 3)
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  2. After cleaning the main control valve body, carry out the following.
    • Inspect all valve and plug bores for scoring or burrs.
    • Check all fluid passages for obstructions.
    • Inspect all valves and plugs for burrs.
    • Inspect all mating surfaces for burrs or distortion.
    • Inspect all springs for distortion.
    • Check all valves and plugs for free movement in their respective bores.
      • Valves and plugs, when dry, must fall from their own weight into their respective bores.
    • Roll the manual valve on a flat surface to check for a bent condition.
  3. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.