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2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard

Section 1568 (Manual Transaxle): Installation: Transaxle: Material

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Material
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Item Specification
Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-C or XG-1-K (US); CXG-1-C (Canada)		 ESA-M1C75-B
SAE 75W-90 API GL-4 Gear Oil
XT-4-QGL		 WSS-M2C203-A1
Threadlock and Sealer
TA-25		 WSK-M2G351-A5
WARNING: Do not breathe dust or use compressed air to blow dust from storage containers or friction components. Remove dust using government-approved techniques. Friction component dust may be a cancer and lung disease hazard. Exposure to potentially hazardous components may occur if dusts are created during repair of friction components, such as brake pads and clutch discs. Exposure may also cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract, and may cause allergic reactions and/or may lead to other chronic health effects. If irritation persists, seek medical attention or advice. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
    NOTE: Wipe off excess grease. The splines should have a thin film of grease only. Excess grease can contaminate the clutch facing and affect clutch function.
  1. Apply a very small amount of grease on the input shaft splines.
  2. Secure the transaxle to a suitable transmission jack with a safety strap. Raise and position the transaxle behind the engine.
  3. Install the clutch housing-to-oil pan bolt.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Locating Clutch Housing-To-Oil Pan Bolt
    G07786815Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the 2 oil pan-to-clutch housing bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Locating Oil Pan-To-Clutch Housing Bolts
    G07786816Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the 4 lower transaxle-to-engine bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  6. Apply threadlock and sealer to the threads and install the 2 transmission lower mount nuts and bolt to the transaxle. Do not tighten the fasteners at this time.
  7. Position the clutch slave cylinder to the clutch release arm and install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    Fig 3: Locating Clutch Slave Cylinder Mounting Bolts
    G07786817Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the clutch tube hydraulic line bracket bolts.
    • Tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
    Fig 4: Locating Clutch Tube Hydraulic Line Bracket Bolts
    G07786818Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM article.
  10. Place the subframe assembly on the Powertrain Lift and raise the subframe into the installed position.
    Fig 5: Positioning Powertrain Lift Under Subframe Assembly
    G07786819Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    11. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
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