2003 FORD MUSTANG manual transmission

62. Install the fluid filter and seal assembly.
63. Position the pan magnet onto the fluid pan.
64.
NOTE: The pan gasket is reusable; clean and inspect for damage. If not damaged, the gasket
should be reused.
Install the fluid pan.
1. Position the transmission fluid pan.
2. Install the 14 transmission fluid pan bolts. Klj . 22 ba
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65. Install the digital transmission range (TR) sensor.
1. Install the digital TR sensor.
2. Loosely install the digital TR bolts.
66. NOTE: The tool is designed to fit snugly.
NOTE: Manual shift lever must be in the neutral position.
Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor slots.
67. Tighten the bolts. Klj . 23 ba
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68. Lightly lubricate the converter hub with clean automatic transmission fluid.
69.
WARNING: The torque converter can fall out if the transmission is tipped.
CAUTION: Make sure the converter hub is fully engaged in the front pump support
and gear and rotates freely. Do not damage the hub seal.
CAUTION: If the torque converter slides out, the hub seal may be damaged.
Using the special tools, install the torque converter.
70. Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi- purpose grease. Klj . 24 ba
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INSTALLATION
Transmission
1. CAUTION: During this move, to avoid damage, do not allow the transmission to get
into a nose- down position as this will cause the torque converter to move forward and
disengage from the pump gear. The converter housing is piloted into position by dowels
in the rear of the engine block. The torque converter must rest squarely against the
flexplate. This indicates that the converter pilot is not binding in the engine crankshaft.
Position and secure the transmission on the high- lift transmission jack.
2. CAUTION: Make sure the torque converter is fully seated in the transmission before
positioning the transmission to the engine.
Using the special tool, install the transmission to the engine.
zAlign the orange balancing marks on the converter stud and the flexplate bolt hole. 3. Reconnect the harness. SECTION 307-
01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Retainer, Torque Converter
307-
346 (T97T-7902- A)
Material Item Specification
Multi-
Purpose Grease
D0AZ- 19584- AA ESB-
M1C93-
B MERCON® V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT
-5-QM, XT -5-DM MERCON® V Klj . 1 ba
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8. Install the bolts.
9. Reconnect the connectors.
10. Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
11. Install the shift cable. Klj . 3 ba
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15. Install the cover.
16. Reconnect the connector.
17. Reconnect the connector.
18. Install the dual converter Y pipe.
19.
NOTE: The output shaft and the drive shaft are a balanced assembly.
Install the driveshaft. zAlign the yellow dots and position the driveshaft on the transmission.
z Position the driveshaft to the rear differential. Klj . 5 ba
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20. Install the bolts.
21. Connect the connector.
22. Use the following guidelines for the in-
line transmission fluid filter:
z If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with an in- line fluid
filter, install a new in- line fluid filter.
z If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with an in- line fluid
filter, install a new in- line fluid filter kit.
z If the transmission is being installed for a non- internal repair, do not install an in-line filter
or filter kit.
z If installing a Ford authorized remanufactured transmission, install the in- line
transmission fluid filter that is supplied.
Prior to lowering the vehicle, install a new in- line transmission filter or a filter kit. Klj . 6 ba
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23.
NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms
may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven
16 km (10 miles) or more until the vehicle relearns the strategy.
Connect the battery ground cable.
24. If required, fill the transmission with clean automatic transmission fluid.
25. Check the transmission for correct operation. Klj . 7 ba
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