2007 Ford Edge SE, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Main Control Assembly: Assembly

    CAUTION: Do not stone or polish any valves. If the valves do not move freely during assembly, install a new valve body.
  1. Install the valve body valves, springs, and retaining clips in the main control valve body and lower valve body. See the main control valve body assembly illustration for valve and spring locations.
  2. Install the manual valve in the valve body.
  3. Fig 1: Identifying Manual Valve From Valve Body
    GF0031830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position a new lower valve body separator plate and gasket on the main control valve body.
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Lower Valve Body Separator Plate & Gasket
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  6. Position the lower valve body on the main control valve body.
  7. Fig 3: Identifying Lower Valve Body Assembly
    GF0031828Courtesy 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:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.