Disassembly and Assembly

2005 Ford Cutaway 5.4 L, 5R110WSECTION Disassembly and Assembly
NOTE: Individual parts of the planet assemblies are not repairable.
  1. Remove the lube slinger.
    Fig 1: Removing Lube Slinger
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  2. Remove the No. 12 forward clutch thrust bearing.
    Fig 2: Removing No. 12 Forward Clutch Thrust Bearing
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  3. Remove the No. 11 thrust bearing.
    Fig 3: Removing No. 11 Thrust Bearing
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  4. Inspect the forward planet assembly.
    • The pins and shafts in the plant assemblies should be checked for loose fit or damage. Use a new planet assembly if either condition exists.
    • Inspect the pinion gears for damaged or excessively worn teeth.
    • Check for free rotation of the pinion gears.
      Fig 4: Inspecting Forward Planet Assembly
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  5. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
    • Lightly lubricate the thrust bearings with clean automatic transmission fluid to hold them in place during assembly.
    • The No. 12 thrust bearing must be installed with the notched inner race facing outward.
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