Main Control Cover: Installation

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Installation
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  1. Clean the main control cover sealing surface and inspect for damage.
    Fig 1: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
    G06376682Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.
    Fig 2: Locating Silicone Applying Area On Transaxle Case Main Control Sealing Surface
    G06376683Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the main control cover in place.
    Fig 3: Locating Main Control Cover
    G06376684Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Inspect the main control-to-main control cover grommet to make sure that the seal is on the inside of the main control cover. Transmission fluid leak will occur.
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