Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Torque Converter (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)
1. A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
- Discoloration (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when carrying out one of the following torque converter checks:
- One-Way Clutch Check
- End Play Check
- Stator to Turbine Interference Check
- Stator to Impeller Interference Check
- Torque Converter Leak Check
- Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
- Major metallic failure.
- Multiple clutches or clutch plate failures.
- Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination.
Assembly
1. NOTE: Lubricate direct clutch piston inner seal and seal protector
with petroleum jelly.
Using the special tool, install the inner piston seal.
Install the seal with sealing lip facing down.
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Torque Converter Cleaning And Inspection
Material
Item
Specification
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM
MERCON V
1. If a new torque converter is being installed, continue with Substep 2 of
Step 2.
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Other materials:
External Controls (Description and Operation)
The transmission shift cable transfers the transmission operating mode from
the gearshift lever to the
automatic transmission (7003). The indicated position of the transmission floor
mounted selector lever
is transferred to the transmission through the cable ...
Disc and Pressure Plate - 3.8L and 4.6L (2V) Engines
Special Tool(s)
Clutch Aligner
308-020 (T74P-7137-K)
Material
Item
Specification
Premium Long Life Grease
XG-1-C
ESA-M1C75-B
1. Remove the transmission.
2. CAUTION: Loosen the bolts evenly to prevent clutch pressure plate
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Universal Joints
The universal joints are:
lubed-for-life design and require no lubrication.
equipped with nylon thrust washers, located at each base of the bearing
cup, which control end
play, position the needle bearing and improve grease movement.
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