Planet Assembly: Assembly

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Assembly
  1. Install the retaining ring.
    1. Install rear planetary gear assembly.
    2. Install the No. 13 needle bearing with black side of bearing facing up.
    3. Install the front planetary gear assembly.
    4. Install the retaining ring.
    Fig 1: Installing Retaining Ring
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  2. NOTE: Make sure that the reverse clutch assembly is fully seated.
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