Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Mercury Sable Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Main Control Cover: Notes
MATERIAL
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM (or XT-5-QMC) (US); CXT-5-LM12 (Canada) |
MERCON® V |
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14A464 | Electrical connector - Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor |
| 2 | 6758 | Tube assembly - crankcase vent |
| 3 | N606678 | Bolt - Air Cleaner (ACL) bracket |
| 4 | 9C632 | Clamp - ACL outlet pipe |
| 5 | 9C662 | ACL assembly |
| 6 | 7A020 | Transmission fluid level indicator |
| 7 | W520101 | Transmission fluid filler tube nut |
| 8 | 7A228 | Transmission fluid filler tube |
| 9 | - | Nut - transmission fluid cooler tube (part of 7H420) |
| 10 | W711538 | Bolt - transmission fluid cooler tube |
| 11 | 7H420 | Tube - transmission fluid cooler |
| 12 | 7A488 | Connector - transaxle harness |
| 13 | 14A169 | Retainer - transaxle harness |
| 14 | W520101 | Nut - bypass valve |
| 15 | 7H322 | Valve - transaxle fluid cooler bypass |
| 16 | 7J289 | Bolt - main control cover (11 required) |
| 17 | W708442 | Studbolts - main control cover (3 required) |
| 18 | 7G004 | Cover - main control |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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