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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 349 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CD4E)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRMAIN CONTROL VALVE BODYREMOVAL
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard

Main Control Valve Body: Removal

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to DRAINING .
  3. Remove the battery and tray. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the battery tray bracket.
    Fig 1: Locating Wiring Harness And Battery Tray Bracket
    G04619867Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the battery tray bracket.
    Fig 2: Locating Battery Tray Bracket Bolt
    G04619868Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the transaxle wiring harness electrical connector and the transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 3: Locating Transaxle Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    G04619869Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the shift cable.
    Fig 4: Locating Shift Cable End At Manual Lever
    G03897855Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the shift cable and bracket and position it aside.
    Fig 5: Locating Gearshift Cable Bracket Bolts
    G04619871Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the vent tube hose from the main control cover.
    Fig 6: Locating Vent Hose
    G04619872Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the lower radiator hose and position aside.
    Fig 7: Locating Lower Radiator Hose
    G04619873Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket bolt.
    Fig 8: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket Bolt
    G04619874Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove the main control cover bolts, studs and the cover.
    Fig 9: Locating Main Control Cover Bolts
    G04619875Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    13. NOTE: Do not discard the gasket. It is a reusable type. Inspect the gasket for damage. Install a new gasket as necessary.
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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.