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.
2004 Ford Freestar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transmission: Installation: Transaxle
Special Tool(s)Â
MATERIAL
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM | MERCON® V |
| Multi-Purpose Grease D0AZ-19584-AA | ESB-M1C93-B |
- Secure the transaxle on a high lift transmission jack. Apply multi-purpose grease to the torque converter pilot hub.
- Install the shift cable bracket and bolts.
- Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
- If not previously installed, install the heat shield.
- If not previously installed, install the rear engine support bracket.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Verify the position of the special tools.
- Position the transaxle to the back of the engine.
- Position the transaxle to the engine assembly, and install the transaxle retaining bolts.
- Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Install the oil pan-to-transaxle case bolt.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Install the oil pan-to-transaxle case bolt.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Install the front lower retaining bolt.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Install the rear lower retaining bolt.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Remove the high-lift transmission jack.
- Connect the turbine shaft speed (TSS) sensor electrical connector.
- Connect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor electrical connector.
- Install the RH halfshaft.
- Install the LH halfshaft.
NOTE:
Locate and align the orange dot adjacent to the stud on the torque converter with the orange dot on the flexplate.
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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.
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