Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1985MUSTANG LX, 2D HATCHBACK, 5.0 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSOVERHAUL - AODCOMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLYVALVE BODY ASSEMBLYCLEANING & INSPECTION
1985 Ford Mustang LX, 2D Hatchback, 5.0 F
Cleaning & Inspection
1985 Ford Mustang LX, 2D Hatchback, 5.0 FSECTION Cleaning & Inspection
- Clean all parts thoroughly in clean solvent, and blow dry with compressed air. Inspect all valves and plug bores for scoring. Check all fluid passages for obstructions.
- Inspect all mating surfaces, plugs, and valves for burrs and scoring. If necessary, use crocus cloth to polish valves and plugs.
- Inspect all springs for distortion. Check all valves and plugs for free movement in their respective bores. Valves and plugs, when dry, must fall free of their own weight within their respective bores.
CAUTION:
Avoid rounding off sharp edges of valves and plugs with crocus cloth. These edges perform a cleaning action.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.