Output Shaft: Assembly

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    CAUTION: Do not reassemble the output shaft dry. Apply lubricant throughout the assembly procedure.
  1. Lubricate all output shaft components with the recommended transmission lubricant during reassemble.
  2. Using the special tools, press on a new bearing.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools And New Bearing
    G04682203Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Assemble the synchronizer.
    1. Position the synchronizer hub to the sleeve.
    2. Install the hub inserts.
    3. Install the blocking spring.
    4. Rotate the synchronizer and install the opposite blocking spring.
      Fig 2: Identifying Synchronizer Hub Assembly
      G04682204Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: When installing the synchronizer blocking ring, align the synchronizer blocking ring groove and synchronizer hub inserts.
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