2005 Lincoln Aviator AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Main Control Valve Body: Installation

  1. Install the special tools into the transmission case.
    Fig 1: Installing Special Tools Into Transmission Case
    G03863225Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using the special tools, install the main control valve body and loosely install the screws.
    Fig 2: Installing Main Control Valve Body
    G03863226Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the special tools and loosely install the screw.
    Fig 3: Removing Special Tools
    G03863227Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 4: Screw Tightening Sequence
    G03863228Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the manual control valve detent spring.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 5: Installing Manual Control Valve Detent Spring
    G03863229Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the reverse servo. Tighten the screws in 2 stages, in the sequence shown.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 6: Installing Reverse Servo Screws
    G03863230Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install new O-ring seals on the solenoid body connector. Lubricate the O-ring seals with clean automatic transmission fluid.
    Fig 7: Installing O-Ring Seals
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  8. Inspect the transmission case bore to make sure it is free of foreign material and not damaged. If it is damaged, transmission leak may occur.

    Install the solenoid body. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    Fig 8: Solenoid Body Tightening Sequence
    G03863232Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. CAUTION: Damage may occur to fluid filter seals if they are not lubricated with clean automatic transmission fluid.
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  • • 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.