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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 262 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRELECTRONIC PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOIDREMOVAL

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) Solenoid: Removal

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Remove the manual control lever. For additional information, refer to MANUAL CONTROL LEVER SHAFT AND SEAL .

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 And Solenoids
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the EPC solenoid.
1. Remove the bolt and EPC solenoid bracket.
2. Remove the EPC solenoid.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Bolt And EPC Solenoid Bracket
  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.