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Solenoid Body Assembly: Disassembly
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If not previously done, remove the 2 bolts and separate the solenoid body from the valve body.
- Remove the 2 bolts and the separator plate.
- Remove and discard the circuit filter.
- Compress the valve springs with a screwdriver and remove the retainers with a magnet. Remove the individual valves and springs from the solenoid body by tapping it on the palm of the hand to slide the valves out of the bores. See the Solenoid Body illustration at the beginning of this procedure for valve and spring locations.
NOTE:
Be careful not to bend or twist the solenoid body leadframe or the solenoid terminals when removing the leadframe or damage can occur to the leadframe or the solenoids.
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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.