Primary Variator Cover: Removal

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: MERCON®, MERCON®V, MERCON®SP, Motorcraft Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid and Motorcraft Continuously Variable Chain Type Transmission Fluid are not interchangeable transmission fluids. The use of any fluid other than what is recommended for this transmission will cause transmission damage.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the 2 bolts for the rear transaxle mount.
    Fig 1: Locating Rear Transaxle Mount Bolts
    G04656330Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install a suitable transmission jack to support the transaxle.
  4. Remove the upper transaxle mount bolts and the mount.
    Fig 2: Locating Upper Transaxle Mount Bolts
    G04656331Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: When removing the cover, the feed tube may stick in the cover or the case.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.