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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005CROWN VICTORIA SPECIAL EDITIONREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONIN-VEHICLE REPAIRMAIN CONTROL VALVE BODYREMOVAL

2005 Ford Crown Victoria Special Edition

Main Control Valve Body: Removal

2005 Ford Crown Victoria Special EditionSECTION Removal

WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM .

Drain the transmission fluid and remove the transmission fluid pan and filter. For additional information, refer to FLUID PAN, GASKET AND FILTER .

CAUTION: Do not pull on the molded lead frame. This may cause damage to the connector ends. Carefully pry up on the locking tabs to disconnect the solenoids. Disconnect the molded lead frame from the solenoids.

Disconnect the molded lead frame from the solenoids.
1. Disconnect the shift solenoid SSA and SSB.
2. Disconnect the torque converter clutch (TCC).
3. Disconnect the electronic pressure control (EPC) solenoid.
4. Disconnect the bulkhead inter-connector.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Molded Lead Frame For Solenoids
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the manual control valve detent lever spring.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the manual control valve detent lever spring.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Manual Control Valve Detent Lever Spring
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 24 valve body to case bolts.

Fig 3: Removing 24 Valve Body To Case Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the main control valve body and discard the pump outlet screen.

Fig 4: Identifying Pump Outlet Screen
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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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.