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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999CROWN VICTORIA LX, 4.6 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSOVERHAUL - 4R70W AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONPERFORMANCE TESTSDIRECT CLUTCH PRESSURE TEST
1999 Ford Crown Victoria LX, 4.6 9
Direct Clutch Pressure Test
1999 Ford Crown Victoria LX, 4.6 9SECTION Direct Clutch Pressure Test
NOTE:
Shift quality is affected when pressure gauges are attached to transmission. DO NOT accelerate or decelerate rapidly during test. Transmission failure could result.
- Attach a 300 psi (21.1 kg/cm2 ) pressure gauge to the forward clutch pressure tap and the direct clutch pressure tap. See Figure . Mount gauges inside vehicle.
- Drive vehicle. Note pressure difference between forward clutch pressure reading and direct clutch pressure reading.
- If the difference is less than 15 psi (1.05 kg/cm2 ), direct clutch circuit is okay. If difference is greater than specification, there is a leak in direct clutch pressure circuit. Repair as necessary.
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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.