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Overdrive Planetary Gears: Disassembly
2009 Ford Edge Sport, FWDSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before installing a planetary assembly, the shaft retaining pins should be checked for adequate staking. Check the pins and shafts in the planetary assemblies for loose fit and/or complete disengagement. Install a new planetary assembly if necessary.
- Inspect the pinion gears for damaged or excessively worn teeth and for free rotation.
- Inspect the overdrive one-way clutch inner race and the inner and outer races for scored or damaged surface areas where the rollers contact the races.
- Remove and inspect the No. 2 overdrive planetary thrust bearing on the nose of the overdrive planetary gear carrier assembly.
NOTE:
Individual parts of the planetary carriers are not serviceable.
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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.