Powertrain

Transmission Overfill - General Procedures

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~305min
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13special tools
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Special Service Tools / General Equipment

Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Slide hammer
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Handle
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 205-990
Installer, Axle Seal
TKIT-2012A-FL
TKIT-2012A-RYAD
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 303-D011 (D80L-100-G)
Drive Pin (3/16 inch diameter)
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 303-D019 (D80L-100-K)
Collet, 3/4 to 7/8 inch
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-003 (T57L-500-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-091
Handle, Torque Converter
TKIT-2009TS-F
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-566
Torque Converter Retainer
TKIT-2006C-FFMFLM
TKIT-2006C-LM
TKIT-2006C-RYAD
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-625
Support, Bench Mount
TKIT-2008ET-FLM
TKIT-2008ET-ROW
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-627
Installer, Converter Seal
TKIT-2008ET-FLM
TKIT-2008ET-RYAD
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-635
Protector, Turbine Shaft Seal
TKIT-2008ET-FLM
TKIT-2008ET-RYAD
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-718
Installer, Axle Seal
TKIT-2013B-FL
TKIT-2013B-RYAD
Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures 307-723
Installer, Turbine Seal
TKIT-2014A-FL
Puller

Materials

Name Specification
Motorcraft® Ultra Silicone Sealant
TA-29
WSS-M4G323-A8

Repair

  1. Remove the transmission.
    Refer to: Transmission - 1.5 L EcoBoost (118 kW/160 L hp) - I4 (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35, Removal and Installation).
    Refer to: Transmission - 2 L EcoBoost (184 kW/250 L hp) - MI4 (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35, Removal and Installation).
  2. For component types and base part numbers, refer to
    Refer to: Transmission Description (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35, Description and Operation).
  3. Install the special tool.
    Use the special service tool: 307-625 Fixture, Bench Mount.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  4. Install the transmission on the bench-mounted holding fixture.
    Use the special service tools: 307-003 (T57L-500-B) Holding Fixture, Transmission, 307-625 Fixture, Bench Mount.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  5. Remove the special tool.
    Use the special service tool: 307-566 Retainer, Torque Converter.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  6. NOTICE: The torque converter is heavy. Take care not to drop it, as this may cause damage.

    Using the special tools, remove the torque converter from the transmission.
    Use the special service tool: 307-091 Handle, Torque Converter.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  7. Remove and discard the left halfshaft seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  8. Remove and discard the RH axle shaft seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  9. Remove the torque converter hub seal snap ring.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  10. Using a dent puller, remove the torque converter hub seal.
    Use the general equipment: Puller
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  11. Remove the torque converter housing bolts.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  12. Disconnect the torque converter housing from the transmission case.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  13. Remove the torque converter housing from the transmission case.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  14. Remove and discard the clutch feed seals.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
    • Clean and inspect the left transmission case bushing and the left axle shaft bushing surface for damage or excessive wear. If the left transmission case bushing or the left axle shaft shows signs of excessive wear or damage, install new components.
      Refer to: Transmission Case (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35, Disassembly and Assembly of Sub-Assemblies).
    • NOTICE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools leave scratches and gouges that create leak paths.

      Make sure the mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material.
      Refer to: Cleaning and Preparing RTV Sealing Surfaces (303-00 Engine System - General Information, General Procedures).
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
    • Inspect the torque converter housing and the differential ring gear for damage or excessive wear. If the differential ring gear shows signs of excessive wear or damage, replace the differential ring gear.
      Refer to: Transmission Case (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission - 6F35, Disassembly and Assembly of Sub-Assemblies).
    • NOTICE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools leave scratches and gouges that create leak paths.

      Make sure the mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material.
      Refer to: Cleaning and Preparing RTV Sealing Surfaces (303-00 Engine System - General Information, General Procedures).
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  15. Assemble the special tools, then remove and discard the input shaft seal.
    Use the special service tools: 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Slide Hammer, 303-D011 (D80L-100-G) Drive Pin (3/16 inch diameter), 303-D019 (D80L-100-K) Collet, 3/4 to 7/8 inch.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  16. Install the new input shaft seal on the special tool.
    Use the special service tool: 307-723 Installer, Turbine Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  17. Using the special tool, install the input shaft seal.
    Use the special service tool: 307-723 Installer, Turbine Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  18. Install 5 new clutch feed seals.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  19. Install the special tool on the input shaft.
    Use the special service tool: 307-635 Protector, Turbine Shaft Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures

  20. Make sure the thrust washer and thrust bearing are installed correctly.
    1. Thrust washer No. 13.
    1. Drive sprocket thrust bearing No. 11.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  21. Apply silicone to the transmission case sealing surface.
    Material: Motorcraft® Ultra Silicone Gasket Maker / TA-29 (WSS-M4G323-A8)
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  22. Install the torque converter housing on the transmission case.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  23. Install the torque converter housing bolts and the torque converter housing stud.
    Torque: 24 lb-ft (32 N·m)
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  24. Remove the special tool.
    Remove the special service tool: 307-635 Protector, Turbine Shaft Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  25. Install the new torque converter hub seal on the special tool.
    Use the special service tool: 307-627 Installer, Converter Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  26. Using the special tool, install the new torque converter hub seal.
    Use the special service tool: 307-627 Installer, Converter Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  27. Install the torque converter hub seal snap ring.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  28. Assemble the special tools. Install the new left axle shaft seal on the special tool.
    Use the special service tools: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 205-990 Installer, Axle Shaft Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  29. Using the special tools, install the new left axle shaft seal into the transmission case.
    Use the special service tools: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 205-990 Installer, Axle Shaft Seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  30. Assemble the special tools and install the new right axle shaft seal onto them.
    Use special service tools: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 205-990 Installer, axle shaft seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  31. Using the special tools, install the new right axle shaft seal.
    Use special service tools: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 205-990 Installer, axle shaft seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  32. Assemble the special tools and install the new right axle shaft seal onto them.
    Use special service tools: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 307-718 Installer, axle shaft seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  33. Using the special tools, install the new right axle shaft seal.
    Use special service tools: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 307-718 Installer, axle shaft seal.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  34. NOTICE: The torque converter is heavy. Take care not to drop it, as this may cause damage.

    Using the special tools, install the torque converter.
    Use special service tools: 307-091 Handle, torque converter.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  35. Install the special tool.
    Use special service tool: 307-566 Retainer, torque converter.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  36. Remove the transmission from the bench-mounted holder.
    Use special service tools: 307-003 (T57L-500-B) Holding fixture, transmission. , 307-625 Fixture, bench mount.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  37. Remove the special tool.
    Use special service tool: 307-625 Fixture, bench mount.
    Ford Fusion. Transmission Case Reseal. General Procedures
  38. Install the transmission.
    Refer to: Transmission — 1.5 L EcoBoost (118 kW/160 L hp) — I4 (307-01A Automatic Transmission — 6-Speed Automatic Transmission — 6F35, Removal and Installation).
    Refer to: Transmission — 2 L EcoBoost (184 kW/250 L hp) — I4 (307-01A Automatic Transmission — 6-Speed Automatic Transmission — 6F35, Removal and Installation).

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