Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Forward/Coast/Direct Clutches: Notes
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Compressor, Clutch Spring | 307-015 (T65L-77515-A) | |
| Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture | 100-D002 (D78P-4201-B) | |
| Protector, Piston Seal | 307-282 (T94P-77000-D3) | |
| Remover, O-Ring Seal | 100-010 (T71P-19703-C) |
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM (or XT-5-QMC) (US); CXT-5-LM12 (Canada) |
MERCON® V |
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7D483 | Retaining ring - direct clutch pressure plate |
| 2 | 7B477 | Pressure plate - direct clutch |
| 3 | 7B164 | Clutch plates - direct clutch internal spline (friction) |
| 4 | 7B442 | Clutch plates - direct clutch external spline (steel) |
| 5 | 7C122 | Retaining ring - direct clutch spring |
| 6 | 7F235 | Return spring - direct clutch |
| 7 | 7F225 | Piston inner lip seal - direct clutch |
| 8 | 7A262 | Piston assembly - direct clutch |
| 9 | 7A548 | Piston outer lip seal - direct clutch |
| 10 | 7G120 | Cylinder assembly - forward/coast/direct clutch |
| 11 | 7A548 | Piston inner lip seal - forward clutch |
| 12 | 7A262 | Piston assembly - forward clutch |
| 13 | 7A548 | Piston outer lip seal - forward clutch |
| 14 | 7A262 | Piston and seal assembly - coast clutch |
| 15 | 7G299 | Return spring - forward/coast clutch |
| 16 | 7N169 | Retaining ring - forward clutch spring |
| 17 | - | Clearance for fingers on the forward clutch piston |
| 18 | 7B442 | Clutch plates - coast clutch external spline (steel) |
| 19 | 7B164 | Clutch plates - coast clutch internal spline (friction) |
| 20 | 7B066 | Pressure plate - coast clutch |
| 21 | 74159 | Wave spring - forward clutch |
| 22 | 7B164 | Internal spline clutch plates - forward clutch (friction) |
| 23 | 7B442 | External spline clutch plates - forward clutch (steel) |
| 24 | 7B066 | Pressure plate - forward clutch |
| 25 | 7D483 | Retaining ring - forward clutch pressure plate |
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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.