2003 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Main Control - Pump: Removal

  1. Place the transaxle range selector lever in the PARK position.
  2. Remove the engine air cleaner assembly. .
    3. NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy.
  3. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    1. Disconnect the digital transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
    2. Disconnect the transaxle electrical connector.
    3. Disconnect the wire harness from the bracket.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors
      G01308564Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the wiper arm and pivot assembly. For additional information, refer to WIPERS AND WASHERS .
  6. Remove the front upper radiator shield.
    Fig 2: Removing Front Upper Radiator Shield
    G01308565Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the special tool.
    Fig 3: Installing Special Tool
    G01308566Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the special tool.
    Fig 4: Installing Special Tool
    G01308567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the special tools.
    Fig 5: Installing Special Tools
    G01308568Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the special tool.
    Fig 6: Installing Special Tool
    G01308569Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the upper main control cover bolts.
    Fig 7: Removing Upper Main Control Cover Bolts
    G01308570Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  13. Remove the LH wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .
  14. Remove the LH transaxle support and insulator. For additional information, refer to TRANSAXLE SUPPORT INSULATOR .
  15. Position a drain pan under the transaxle side pan.
    16. NOTE: It will be necessary to lower the left side of the subframe to remove the main control cover through the wheel well.
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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.