APPLICATION
Note. For electronic component diagnostic procedures, see FORD 4R70W ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article.
Note. When working on Mountaineer, refer to information given for Explorer, unless otherwise noted.
| Vehicle Model | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
| Crown Victoria | 4R70W | |
| Expedition 4.6L SFI | ||
| 2WD | 4R70W | |
| 4WD | 4R70W | |
| Explorer & Mountaineer 5.0L | ||
| 2WD | 4R70W | |
| 4WD | 4R70W | |
| AWD | 4R70W | |
| E-Series | ||
| 4.2L | 4R70W | |
| 4.6L | 4R70W | |
| F-Series 4.2L, 4.6L & 5.4L | ||
| 2WD | 4R70W | |
| 4WD | 4R70W | |
| Grand Marquis | 4R70W | |
| Mustang | 4R70W | |
| Town Car | 4R70W | |
4R70W TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION
4R70W transmission is identified by a code letter on lower line of Vehicle Certification Label. This code can be found directly under the TR designation. Label is attached to driver's door lock post. See TRANSMISSION IDENTIFYING CODE LETTER CHART. Transmission model may be identified by service identification tag attached to right side of transmission case or fluid pan. Tag shows transmission model, assembly number and serial number. (Scheme 41)
| Application | Identifying Code Letter | |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Sharonville Plant (4R70W) | H | |
| Livonia Plant (4R70W) | U | |
TRANSMISSION IDENTIFYING CODE LETTER CHART
Scheme 41
GEAR RATIOS
| Gear | Ratio |
|---|---|
| 1st | 2.84:1 |
| 2nd | 1.55:1 |
| 3rd | 1.00:1 |
| 4th | 0.70:1 |
| Reverse | 2.32:1 |
TRANSMISSION GEAR RATIOS
DESCRIPTION
4R70W is a 4-speed, automatic with electronic shift, converter clutch and line pressure controls. It uses a double-pinion compound gearset to produce 4 forward speeds and reverse. It uses 2 bands, 2 one-way roller clutches and 4 friction clutches to hold or drive the planetary gearset members. (Scheme 42)
Shift control solenoids provide gear selection and are controlled by the EEC microprocessor. For additional information on the EEC system, see SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.
The EEC system has self-diagnostic capabilities. Fault codes for faulty engine and transmission sensors, switches and circuits are stored in the PCM and may be retrieved to aid diagnosis and repair.
Scheme 42
RECOMMENDED FLUID
Use only MERCON V (XT-5-QM) or equivalent automatic transmission fluid.
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Refill - Qts. (L) | Dry Fill - Qts. (L) |
|---|---|---|
| 4R70W | 5 (4.7) | 13.9 (13.2) |
| (1) Approximate quantities listed. | ||
| (1) | Approximate quantities listed. |
TRANSMISSION FLUID CAPACITIES (1)
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
| WARNING | On vehicles with electronic air suspension, power to air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in inflation or deflation of air springs, which may cause vehicle to shift during servicing. |
Removal
Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect manual lever shift control cable from manual lever and electrical connector from sensor. Remove 2 retaining bolts and TR sensor from case.
Installation
- Install TR sensor onto manual control lever shaft. Install 2 retaining bolts, but do not tighten. Place TR sensor in Neutral position (2 detent positions back from Park). Insert Transmission Range Sensor Alignment tool (T97L-70010-A) into slots. (Scheme 43)
- Align the 3 slots on TR sensor with tabs on adjuster. Tighten bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications). Connect manual lever shift control cable to manual lever and electrical connector to sensor. Lower vehicle and connect negative battery cable. If equipped, activate air suspension.
Scheme 43
Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Mark drive shaft yoke and axle companion flange for reassembly reference. Remove 4 drive shaft bolts. Slide drive shaft rearward and remove drive shaft from transmission. Remove oil seal using appropriate puller, ensure not to damage output shaft splines.
Install NEW seal into housing using appropriate seal installer. Coat inside diameter of rubber portion of seal and yoke splines with lubricant. Install drive shaft and 4 retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove exhaust system components as necessary for access. Drain transmission fluid. Mark drive shaft yoke and axle companion flange for reassembly reference. Slide drive shaft rearward and remove drive shaft.
- Remove transmission rear support-to-extension housing retaining bolts. Raise transmission just enough to remove weight from rear support. Remove rear support-to-crossmember retaining bolts. Remove crossmember-to-frame side support bolts and remove crossmember and rear support.
- Lower transmission and remove extension housing retaining bolts. Slide housing off output shaft. Remove and discard extension housing-to-case gasket.
Clean mating surface on transmission and extension housing. Apply light coat of petroleum jelly to gasket and install NEW gasket on transmission. Slide extension housing into place. Install bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.
Remove valve body. See VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY. Locate overdrive servo. (Scheme 44) Using Servo Piston Compressor (T92P-70023-A), depress overdrive servo piston and remove retaining ring. (Scheme 45) Remove piston assembly and spring.
Note. Ensure overdrive servo piston apply rod contacts pocket in overdrive band during piston installation.
- Ensure.020" (.51 mm) overdrive servo bleed hole is clear. Using ATF, lubricate overdrive servo bore in transmission case. Place return spring onto servo piston. Install servo piston assembly into case bore. Ensure overdrive servo piston apply rod contacts pocket in overdrive band.
- Using servo piston compressor, depress piston and install retaining ring. (Scheme 45) Operate overdrive servo piston while observing overdrive band application. Overdrive band must constrict around reverse drum assembly or 4th gear will not function and damage to band may occur. Install valve body. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.
Scheme 44
Scheme 45
Remove valve body. See VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY. Locate reverse servo. (Scheme 44) Using servo piston compressor, depress reverse servo piston cover and remove retaining ring and cover. Remove piston and spring from case.
Scheme 46
- Install return spring, reverse servo piston and Servo Piston Selector Gauge (T80L-77030-A). (Scheme 46) DO NOT install reverse servo piston cover and retaining ring at this time. Tighten adjusting bolt to 50 INCH lbs. (5.6 N.m). Install dial indicator with stem touching flat portion of servo piston top. Zero dial indicator. Back out adjusting bolt until servo piston top touches bottom of gauge.
- Note dial indicator reading. Normal piston travel should be.112-.237" (2.85-6.02 mm). If piston travel is out of specification, replace with appropriate length servo piston rod to obtain specification. See «REVERSE SERVO PISTON SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission) table. REVERSE SERVO PISTON ROD SPECIFICATIONS Servo Piston Rod Identification Length In. (mm) 1 Groove 2.935 (74.56) 2 Grooves 2.989 (75.92) 3 Grooves 3.043 (77.29)
- Remove piston servo selector gauge and replace servo piston (if necessary). To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Ensure servo piston with correct length apply rod is installed. Install valve body.
VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY
Note. If valve body removal is necessary, ensure correct separator plate-to-case gasket is used during installation.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Loosen oil pan retaining bolts and allow transmission fluid to drain. Remove oil pan and gasket. Discard gasket. Remove transmission oil filter and seal. Disconnect EPC, shift and TCC solenoids and sensor harness connectors. Remove 2 bolts retaining shift solenoids and TCC solenoid and remove solenoid assemblies.
- Remove manual lever detent spring. Remove EPC solenoid bracket. Remove 23 valve body bolts. Note position and lengths of bolts for reassembly reference. Remove valve body and gasket from transmission.
- Using 2 valve body alignment bolts as guides, position valve body (with NEW gasket) onto case. Ensure manual valve engages with manual lever in proper location. Loosely install valve body bolts. Install EPC solenoid bracket. Install manual valve detent spring.
- Tighten valve body bolts in sequence and to specification. (Scheme 75) See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications). Connect bulkhead inter-connector between solenoids and sensor harness connectors. (Scheme 76) Install filter and seal. Install pan gasket and oil pan. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Refill transmission with fluid and ensure proper operation.
Note. Note location and number of springs during removal for reassembly reference.
Note. Seals on 1-2 accumulator piston are bonded to accumulator piston. If 1-2 accumulator seals are damaged, 1-2 accumulator must be replaced as a unit.
- Remove valve body. See «VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__valve-body-assembly). Locate 1-2 or 2-3 accumulator. (Scheme 44) For 1-2 accumulator piston removal, using servo piston compressor, depress piston cover and remove retaining ring and cover. Remove lower 1-2 accumulator spring, accumulator piston and upper 1-2 accumulator spring.
- For 2-3 accumulator piston removal, remove 2-3 accumulator piston retainer. Remove 2-3 accumulator spring. Remove accumulator piston (reverse snap ring pliers can be used, if necessary).
To install either accumulator piston, reverse removal procedure. Using ATF, lubricate accumulator piston seals and accumulator bores in case prior to installation.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Note. After verifying driveability complaint, perform trouble shooting and testing procedures in this article. For 4R70W electronic diagnostics and testing, see 4R70W ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article. When fault codes are retrieved, all engine related codes MUST be repaired first. For engine trouble code repair and diagnostic information, see SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE.
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
Note. Always check fluid level and condition. Ensure linkage is correctly adjusted and not damaged. Ensure electronic component connectors are tight and free from damage or contamination.
No Forward Gears
Fluid level and condition, shift linkage, low forward clutch pressure, low line pressure, filter (plugged or damaged), valve body (3-4 shift valve, main regulator valve, manual valve stuck or damaged), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, valve body gaskets damaged, 2-3 accumulator, pump assembly, forward clutch assembly, low one-way clutch assembly (planetary) or output shaft.
No Reverse
Fluid level and condition, shift linkage, low/reverse clutch pressure, reverse band pressure, low line pressure, filter (plugged or damaged), valve body (No. 6 shuttle ball, manual valve, main regulator valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, valve body gaskets damaged, 1-2 accumulator seals stuck or damaged, reverse servo seals damaged, reverse servo cover retaining ring damaged, pump assembly or gasket damaged, reverse clutch assembly, reverse band or reverse band anchor pins damaged.
Harsh Reverse Engagement
Fluid level and condition, shift linkage, high line pressure, high Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, oil filter (plugged), valve body (No. 6 shuttle ball, No. 5 check ball, manual valve, main regulator valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, reverse servo, pump assembly, reverse clutch assembly or reverse band.
Harsh Forward Engagement
Fluid level and condition, high forward clutch pressure, high line pressure, high Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, valve body (main regulator valve, 2-3 accumulator), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, pump assembly or forward clutch assembly.
Delayed/Soft Reverse Engagement
Fluid level and condition, shift linkage, low/reverse clutch pressure, reverse band pressure, low line pressure, oil filter (plugged), valve body (No. 6 shuttle ball, 1-2 accumulator, manual valve, main regulator valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, reverse servo, pump assembly, reverse clutch assembly or reverse band.
Delayed/Soft Forward Engagement
Fluid level and condition, shift linkage, low forward clutch pressure, low line pressure, low Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, oil filter (plugged), valve body (3-4 shift valve, main regulator valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, 1-2 or 2-3 accumulator, pump assembly or forward clutch assembly.
Some Or All Shifts Missing
Fluid level and condition, shift linkage or Transmission Range (TR) sensor (misadjusted or damaged).
Early/Late Shift Speeds
Incorrect tire size, incorrect axle ratio, fluid level and condition, line pressure, Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure or valve body (EPC solenoid, miscellaneous components stuck, blocked solenoid screen).
Erratic/Hunting Shifting
Fluid level and condition, valve body (miscellaneous valves, accumulators stuck), blocked valve body solenoid screen or Torque Converter Clutch (TCC).
Soft/Slipping Shift Feel
Fluid level and condition, low line pressure, low Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, valve body (1-2 accumulator, main regulator valve, overdrive servo regulator) or EPC solenoid (stuck).
Harsh Shift Feel
Fluid level and condition, high line pressure, high Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, valve body (1-2 accumulator, main regulator valve, overdrive servo regulator) or EPC solenoid (stuck).
No 1st Gear In Drive, Engages In Higher Gear
Shift linkage, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, low/reverse clutch pressure, reverse band pressure, low line pressure or miscellaneous internal failures. See CLUTCH & BAND APPLICATIONS table.
No Manual Low Gear
Shift linkage, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, low/reverse clutch pressure, reverse band pressure, low line pressure, low Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, filter (plugged), valve body (No. 6 shuttle ball, manual valve, main regulator valve, low servo modulator valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts or reverse servo.
No Manual 2nd Gear
Shift linkage or cable, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, valve body (3-4 shift valve, 1-2 and 2-3 shift valve, 3-4 capacity modulator valve) and incorrectly tightened valve body bolts.
No 1-2 Shift In "D" Position
Shift linkage, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, intermediate clutch pressure, line pressure, valve body (1-2 shift valve, 1-2 accumulator valve), Shift Solenoid No. 1 (SS1) failure, damaged No. 8 check ball, incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, pump assembly, intermediate clutch assembly, intermediate one-way clutch assembly or low one-way clutch assembly.
No 2-3 Shift In "D" Position
Shift linkage, direct clutch pressure, valve body (2-3 shift valve, No. 3 or No. 9 check ball, solenoid pressure regulator valve, 2-3 modulator valve), Shift Solenoid No. 2 (SS2) failure, output shaft seals, missing or leaking cup plug, 2-3 accumulator, blocked valve body solenoid screen, intermediate one-way clutch assembly, direct clutch assembly and case (damaged output shaft seal area).
No 3-4 Shift In "D" Position
Shift linkage, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, forward clutch pressure, direct clutch pressure, line pressure, valve body (3-4 shift valve, solenoid pressure regulator valve, OD servo regulator, 3-4 capacity modulator valve, 1-2 and 2-3 shift valves), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, Shift Solenoid No. 1 or 2 (SS1 or SS2) failure, OD servo cover, OD servo rod and piston cushion spring or seals damaged, No. 2, 4, 7 and/or 9 valve body check balls, blocked valve body solenoid screen, pump assembly, OD Band and/or reverse clutch drum assembly, intermediate one-way clutch assembly, forward clutch assembly or input shaft.
No 4-3 Downshift In "D" Position
Forward clutch pressure, line pressure, valve body (3-4 shift valve, solenoid pressure regulator valve, OD servo regulator, 3-4 capacity modulator valve, 1-2 and 2-3 shift valves), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, Shift Solenoid No. 1 (SS1) failure, OD servo, No. 2, 7, and/or 9 valve body check balls, blocked valve body solenoid screen, pump assembly, OD Band and/or reverse clutch drum assembly, intermediate one-way clutch assembly, forward clutch assembly or input shaft.
No 3-2 Downshift In "D" Position
Direct clutch pressure, valve body (2-3 shift valve, check balls damaged or missing), Shift Solenoid No. 2 (SS2) failure, intermediate one-way clutch assembly or direct clutch assembly.
No 2-1 Downshift In "D" Position
Intermediate clutch pressure, valve body (1-2 shift valve, 1-2 accumulator solenoid pressure regulator valve), Shift Solenoid No. 1 (SS1) failure, incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, pump assembly, intermediate clutch assembly, intermediate one-way clutch assembly or low one-way clutch (planetary) assembly.
No Torque Converter Clutch Application
Shift linkage, low line pressure, low Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) pressure, valve body (solenoid pressure regulator valve, manual valve, by-pass clutch control valve and plunger, converter pressure limit valve, drainback valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, blocked valve body solenoid screen, TCC solenoid failure, pump assembly, input shaft or torque converter assembly.
Torque Converter Clutch Always Applied
Valve body (drainback valve, TCC valve and plunger), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, TCC solenoid failure, No. 7 valve body check ball, pump assembly, input shaft or torque converter assembly.
Torque Converter Clutch Cycling/Shudder/Chatter
Fluid condition, valve body (solenoid pressure regulator valve, No. 7 check ball, bypass clutch control valve and plunger, converter pressure limit valve), incorrectly tightened valve body bolts, blocked valve body solenoid screen, TCC solenoid failure, pump assembly, input shaft and torque converter.
No Engine Braking In 2nd Gear, Manual 2nd Or 1st Gear
Shift linkage, valve body (3-4 shift valve, 1-2 and 2-3 shift valve, 3-4 capacity modulator valve), OD band, reverse clutch drum assembly, reverse band (manual 1st only) or intermediate one-way clutch assembly.
Poor Vehicle Performance
Shift linkage, Transmission Range (TR) sensor, TCC always applied, torque converter, incorrect shift speed or engagement. (Scheme 47)- (Scheme 51).
Transmission Overheating
Fluid level and condition, poor fluid flow (cooler lines or auxiliary oil cooler), engine performance, valve body (drainback valve, TCC control valve, converter limit valve) or torque converter.
CLUTCH & BAND APPLICATIONS
| Selector Lever Position | Elements In Use | |
|---|---|---|
| "OD" (Overdrive) | ||
| 1st Gear | Forward Clutch & Planetary One-Way Clutch | |
| 2nd Gear | Intermediate Clutch, Forward Clutch & Intermediate One-Way Clutch | |
| 3rd Gear | Forward Clutch, Intermediate Clutch & Direct Clutch | |
| 4th Gear | Overdrive Band, Intermediate Clutch & Direct Clutch | |
| "2" | Forward Clutch, Intermediate Clutch, Intermediate One-Way Clutch & Overdrive Band | |
| "1" | Forward Clutch, Planetary One-Way Clutch & Low/Reverse Band | |
| "R" | Reverse Clutch & Low/Reverse Band | |
CLUTCH & BAND APPLICATIONS
ROAD TEST
- Drive vehicle with transmission in "OD" position at normal operating temperature. Check minimum throttle upshifts in "OD". Transmission should start in 1st gear and shift to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th gear at approximate speeds shown in «SHIFT SPEED SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__shift-speed-specifications) .
- With transmission in 4th gear (overdrive), press Transmission Control Switch (TCS). Transmission should downshift to 3rd gear. Release accelerator pedal. Engine braking should occur.
- Press accelerator pedal to WOT. Transmission should shift from 3rd to 2nd gear, or 3rd to 1st gear depending on vehicle speed. Torque converter clutch should disengage and then reapply.
- With transmission in "OD" position, and vehicle speed more than 50 MPH, move transmission selector lever to manual "2" position. Release accelerator pedal. Transmission should immediately downshift to 2nd gear. Move transmission selector lever to manual "1" position. Transmission should downshift to 1st gear at speeds less than 30-35 MPH.
- If transmission fails to operate normally or torque converter does not apply and release properly, diagnose problem by symptom. See «SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__symptom-diagnosis) under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
SHIFT SPEED SPECIFICATIONS
Note. Shift speeds shown are approximate. All shift speeds may vary due to production tolerances and emission control equipment. (Scheme 47)- (Scheme 51).
Scheme 47
Scheme 48
Scheme 49
Scheme 50
Scheme 51
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST
| CAUTION | Perform line pressure test before stall speed test. If line pressure is low at stall speed, DO NOT perform stall speed test or transmission damage will occur. |
| WARNING | DO NOT maintain Wide Open Throttle (WOT) in any transmission range for more than 5 seconds or internal transmission damage may occur. |
Note. Pressure test at idle position must be taken with engine at normal operating temperature. Pressure test at WOT position should be taken at full stall speed conditions. Run engine at a fast idle in "N" position for 15 seconds to cool fluid between tests.
Line Pressure Test
- Connect a 0-300 psi (0-21.1 kg/cm 2 ) pressure gauge to line pressure tap on left side of transmission case forward of control lever. (Scheme 52) Gauge hose must be long enough to read gauge while operating engine.
- With engine at normal operating temperature, apply parking and service brakes. Check line pressure at idle and WOT stall in all ranges. See «HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission) table. If pressure is not as specified, perform «EPC PRESSURE CHECK»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__epc-pressure-check).
EPC Pressure Check
- Connect a 0-100 psi (0-7.0 kg/cm 2 ) pressure gauge to EPC pressure tap at right side of transmission case. (Scheme 52) Gauge hose must be long enough to read gauge while operating engine.
- With engine at normal operating temperature, apply parking and service brakes. Check EPC pressure at idle and WOT stall in all ranges. See «HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission) table. If pressure is not as specified, see «TEST D: ELECTRONIC PRESSURE CONTROL (EPC) SOLENOID»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#diagnosis-4r70w-automatic-transmission) under SYSTEM TESTS in FORD 4R70W ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article, to diagnose EPC operation. If EPC operation is okay, go to «LINE PRESSURE TEST RESULTS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission).
Scheme 52
| Throttle Position | Line Pressure PSI | EPC Pressure PSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At Idle In Reverse Range | ||||
| Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car | 70-114 | 8-18 | ||
| Expedition & F150/250 (4.2L & 4.6L) | 54-96 | 0-9 | ||
| Explorer, Mountaineer & E150/250 (4.2L & 4.6L) | 64-98 | 5-15 | ||
| E150/250 & F150/250 (5.4L) | 54-118 | 0-20 | ||
| Mustang | ||||
| 3.8L | 54-92 | 0-7 | ||
| 4.6L HO | 64-99 | 5-15 | ||
| At Idle In All Other Ranges | ||||
| Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car | 55-97 | 15-25 | ||
| Expedition & F150/250 (4.2L & 4.6L) | 31-69 | 0-9 | ||
| Explorer, Mountaineer & E150/250 (4.2L & 4.6L) | 39-78 | 5-15 | ||
| E150/250 & F150/250 (5.4L) | 31-87 | 0-20 | ||
| Mustang | ||||
| 3.8L | 36-75 | 3-13 | ||
| 4.6L HO | 63-102 | 23-30 | ||
| WOT @ Stall In Reverse Range | ||||
| E150/250 & F150/250 (5.4L) | 200-280 | 83-100 | ||
| All Other Models | 207-274 | 83-100 | ||
| WOT In All Other Ranges | ||||
| E150/250 & F150/250 (5.4L) | 187-245 | 100-115 | ||
| All Other Models | 160-210 | 83-93 | ||
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS
High At Idle In All Ranges
Main regulator valve sticking, EPC solenoid sticking. Check transmission wiring harness. Perform QUICK TEST under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING in FORD 4R70W ELECTRONIC CONTROLS article.
Low At Idle In All Ranges
Low fluid level, restricted inlet filter or damaged filter inlet seal, loose valve body bolts, damaged gaskets or separator plate, pump leakage, case leakage, faulty valve body, excessively low engine idle or main regulator valve sticking.
Low In "P"
Loose valve body, faulty main oil regulator valve sticking or reverse servo leakage.
Low In "R"
Separator plate, reverse clutch or reverse servo leakage. Loose valve body.
Low In "N"
Loose valve body or main oil regulator valve sticking.
Low In "OD"
Faulty forward clutch, main oil regulator valve or loose valve body.
Low In "2nd"
Forward clutch, intermediate clutch or valve body leakage.
Low In "1st"
Forward clutch, reverse servo or valve body leakage.
DIRECT CLUTCH PRESSURE TEST
Note. Shift quality is affected when pressure gauges are attached to transmission. DO NOT accelerate or decelerate rapidly during test. Transmission failure could result.
- Attach a 300 psi (21.1 kg/cm 2 ) pressure gauge to the forward clutch pressure tap and the direct clutch pressure tap. (Scheme 52) Mount gauges inside vehicle.
- Drive vehicle. Note pressure difference between forward clutch pressure reading and direct clutch pressure reading.
- If the difference is less than 15 psi (1.05 kg/cm 2 ), direct clutch circuit is okay. If difference is greater than specification, there is a leak in direct clutch pressure circuit. Repair as necessary.
STALL SPEED TEST
| CAUTION | Perform line pressure test before stall speed test. If line pressure is low at stall speed, DO NOT perform stall speed test or transmission damage will occur. |
Testing Precautions
When performing stall speed test, do not hold throttle open longer than 5 seconds. Allow a cooling period of 15 seconds with transmission in "N" position and engine speed at 1000 RPM between each test. If engine speed exceeds maximum limits shown, release accelerator immediately, as this is an indication of clutch or band slippage.
Testing Procedure
Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature. Apply parking and service brakes. Stall test transmission in each driving range at WOT. Note maximum RPM obtained. Engine speed should be within RPM specifications. See STALL SPEED SPECIFICATIONS table. If maximum RPM obtained is not within specifications, see STALL SPEED TEST RESULTS .
| Application | RPM | |
|---|---|---|
| Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis | ||
| 4.6L 2V | 2094-2440 | |
| 4.6L 4V | 2319-2750 | |
| Town Car | ||
| Without Tow Package | 2116-2471 | |
| With Tow Package | 2369-2797 | |
| Expedition | 2436-2930 | |
| Explorer & Mountaineer (5.0L) | 2481-2904 | |
| Mustang | ||
| 3.8L | 2200-2581 | |
| 4.6L 2V HO | 2341-2737 | |
| E-150, E-250 & F-150 (4.2L) | 1975-2342 | |
| E-150 & F-150 (4.6L) | (1) 2135-2492 | |
| E-250 HD (4.2L) | 2019-2355 | |
| E-150 & E-250 LD & HD (5.4L) | 1800-2152 | |
| F-150 (5.4L) | 1831-2190 | |
| F-250 LD (4.6L) | (1) 2436-2930 | |
| (1) Stall speed range is 2550-2950 if Intake Manifold Tuning Valve (IMTV) opens in intake plenum. | ||
| (1) | Stall speed range is 2550-2950 if Intake Manifold Tuning Valve (IMTV) opens in intake plenum. |
STALL SPEED SPECIFICATIONS
Low In All Ranges
Check engine performance. Check torque converter using bench test for stator one-way clutch slippage. See STATOR ONE-WAY CLUTCH CHECK .
High In "OD" Position
Check planetary one-way clutch.
High In "OD", "2" & "1" Position
Check forward clutch or intermediate clutch.
High In "D", "2", "1" & "R" Position
Perform HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST .
High In "R" Position
Check reverse clutch and reverse band or servo.
Test Procedures
- A no-drive condition can exist even with correct transmission fluid pressure, because of inoperative clutches or bands. The inoperative components can be located by substituting air pressure for fluid pressure to determine location of malfunction.
- Remove pan and drain fluid. Remove valve body assembly from transmission. See «VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__valve-body-assembly) in ON-VEHICLE SERVICE. Using attaching screws, install Transmission Test Plate (T92P-7006-A) and gasket. Tighten bolts to 80-97 INCH lbs. (9-11 N.m)
- With a rubber-tipped air nozzle, apply air pressure into the appropriate test plate locations specified in the following tests. (Scheme 53) If servo or accumulator does not move when air is applied, clean and inspect to locate cause. If during test, 2 clutches apply or clutch fails to operate, check fluid passages in case and front pump for blockage or damage.
Scheme 53
Reverse Clutch
Apply air pressure to reverse clutch passage. A dull thud can be heard when clutch piston is applied, or movement can be felt by placing fingertips on clutch drum.
Forward Clutch
Apply air pressure to the forward clutch apply passage. A dull thud can be heard when clutch piston is applied, or movement can be felt by placing fingertips on input shell.
Intermediate Clutch
Apply air pressure to intermediate clutch apply passage. A dull thud can be heard or felt if clutch is operating properly.
Overdrive Servo
Apply air pressure to overdrive servo apply passage. Operation of the band is indicated by tightening of the band around reverse clutch drum. A thud can be felt on the servo cover when the servo returns to the release position as a result of spring force from the release spring. The band will then relax.
Reverse Servo
Apply air pressure to reverse servo apply passage. A dull thud can be heard when the reverse band tightens around the planetary assembly. Movement of the ring gear should also be detected.
Direct Clutch
Apply air pressure to direct clutch passage in the adapter plate. A dull thud can be heard or felt on the drive shaft if clutch is operating properly.
2-3 Accumulator
Apply air pressure to 2-3 accumulator passage. Accumulator piston should unseat and can be detected by inserting a metal rod into 2-3 accumulator piston hole. When piston unseats, rod will move.
1-2 Accumulator
Apply air pressure to 1-2 accumulator apply passage in the adapter plate. A dull thud can be heard or felt if accumulator is operating properly.
TORQUE CONVERTER
Note. Torque converter is a sealed unit and cannot be disassembled for service. Replace if found to be defective. The following tests will identify a defective converter.
Flushing
Whenever transmission has been disassembled to replace worn or damaged parts or because valve body sticks due to foreign material, converter and oil cooler must be cleaned using a mechanically operated agitating cleaner. Under NO conditions should converter or oil cooler be cleaned by hand agitation using solvent.
Leak Test
If torque converter welds indicate leakage, attach Rotunda Torque Converter Leak Detector (014-R1067) to converter and follow detector kit instructions.
End-Play Check
- Insert Tester (T80L-7902-A) into converter pump drive hub until tool bottoms. Expand sleeve in turbine spline by tightening threaded inner post of tester until sleeve is securely locked into spline. (Scheme 54)
- Attach a dial indicator to tool with button on dial indicator positioned on converter pump drive hub. Zero dial indicator. Lift tool upward as far as tool will go and note dial indicator reading.
- Reading is total end play of turbine and stator. If end play exceeds specification, replace torque converter assembly. See «TORQUE CONVERTER END PLAY SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission) table.
| Application | In. (mm) Maximum |
|---|---|
| New Or Rebuilt Converter | .041 (1.04) |
| Used Converter | .074 (1.88) |
TORQUE CONVERTER END PLAY SPECIFICATIONS
Scheme 54
Stator One-Way Clutch Check
- Insert one-way Clutch Holder (T77L-7902-R) into one of the grooves in the stator thrust washer. Insert Torque Adapter (T76L-7902-C) into converter impeller hub to engage one-way clutch inner race.
- Attach a torque wrench to torque adapter. With clutch holder held stationary, turn torque wrench counterclockwise. (Scheme 55) Converter one-way clutch should lock-up and hold at 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m). One-way clutch should rotate freely in a clockwise direction.
- Repeat lock-up test in at least 5 different locations around torque converter. If clutch fails to lock-up and hold, replace torque converter.
Scheme 55
Stator-To-Impeller Interference Check
- Position pump support shaft on bench with splined end pointing up. Mount torque converter vertically onto shaft so pump support shaft splines engage one-way clutch splines. (Scheme 56)
- While holding pump support shaft stationary, rotate torque converter counterclockwise. Torque converter should rotate freely without interference or scraping within assembly. Should interference or a scraping sound from within torque converter or if converter does not rotate freely, replace converter unit.
Scheme 56
Scheme 57
- Place torque converter on bench, front side down. Install pump support to engage mating splines of pump support shaft.
- Install forward clutch assembly and input shaft, engaging the splines with turbine hub. While holding stator shaft stationary, rotate turbine with forward clutch assembly and input shaft. (Scheme 57)
- Turbine should rotate freely in both directions without interference or noise. Torque required to turn shaft should not exceed 84 INCH lbs. (9.5 N.m) If interference or noise exists, stator front thrust washer may be worn and torque converter should be replaced.
Note. See appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL article in TRANSMISSION SERVICING.
TRANSMISSION DISASSEMBLY
Note. (Scheme 77)and see scheme 38 for exploded view of internal parts, thrust washer and needle bearing locations.
- Remove torque converter. Mount transmission in holding fixture. Unbolt and remove Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor. Remove oil pan and gasket. Remove oil filter, grommet, and gasket. Remove TR sensor. Remove manual valve detent spring. Remove inner nut, manual lever shaft, detent lever and parking pawl actuating rod. Remove manual lever shaft seal.
- Disconnect plastic lead frame from all solenoids and TFT sensor. Disconnect bulkhead inter-connector. Remove both shift solenoids and TCC solenoid. Slide out Electronic Pressure Control (EPC) solenoid and remove. Remove 23 valve body retaining bolts and lift off valve body and gasket. Note bolt positions for reassembly. Discard pump outlet screen.
- Remove 2-3 accumulator assembly. Using Servo Piston Compressor (T92P-70023-A), depress covers and remove retaining rings on the reverse servo, overdrive servo and 1-2 accumulator assemblies. Note length of reverse servo piston rod, 1-2 shift accumulator piston and 1-2 shift springs for reassembly reference. (Scheme 44)and (Scheme 58). NOTE: Length of reverse piston rod may vary. Rods are available in 3 lengths.
- Remove oil screen from rear lube oil passage at rear of transmission case. (Scheme 58) Remove extension housing seal. Remove retaining bolts and slide extension housing from transmission. Remove and discard housing-to-case gasket. Remove parking pawl shaft, parking pawl and return spring. Rotate transmission in holder so that output shaft is facing floor.
- Push transmission harness connector out through case. Remove front torque converter-to-pump seal. Remove pump body retaining bolts. Remove pump from case using 2 slide hammers with puller adapters installed in opposite pump retaining bolt holes. Remove pump-to-case gasket.
- Grasp input shaft & forward clutch assembly and pull intermediate clutch pack, intermediate one-way clutch, reverse clutch, and forward clutch from transmission case as an assembly. Disconnect overdrive band from anchor pins and remove band from case.
- Remove forward clutch hub and No. 3 needle bearing as an assembly. Remove intermediate stub shaft. Rotate reverse sun gear to align indent with overdrive band anchor pin. Remove forward clutch sun gear, No. 5 needle bearing, reverse clutch sun gear and drive shell, and No. 4 needle bearing from case as an assembly.
- Note position of planetary gear support retaining ring tangs for installation reference. Remove planetary gear support retaining ring. Note position of planetary gear support spring to ensure it is reinstalled correctly. (Scheme 59) Using a screwdriver, pry planetary gear support spring from between planetary gear support and case.
- Remove planetary gear support and planetary assembly from case as an assembly. Remove reverse band from case. If direct clutch hub did not come out with planetary assembly, remove it from direct clutch. Remove retaining ring from case bore.
- Remove output shaft, ring gear, and direct clutch as an assembly through front of case. Remove output shaft No. 9 needle bearing from rear of case. Inspect and if necessary, replace rear case bushing.
Scheme 58
Scheme 59
COMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLY
Note. (Scheme 77)and see scheme 38 for exploded view of internal parts, thrust washer and needle bearing locations.
Disassembly
- Lift forward clutch hub and No. 3 needle bearing from forward clutch assembly. Using a screwdriver, pry clutch pack selective retaining ring from cylinder. Remove clutch pack, pressure plate and wave spring. (Scheme 60)
- Using appropriate compressor, compress piston return spring and retainer ring. Remove retaining ring. Lift out retainer and return spring. Remove clutch piston from cylinder. Note position of inner and outer piston seals, then remove seals.
Inspection
Note. Input shaft solid Teflon seals may be replaced with scarf-cut seals if necessary. Ensure NEW scarf-cut seals are installed so edges do not overlap.
- Ensure forward clutch assembly and input shaft solid Teflon seals are not damaged. If damaged, replace seals with NEW scarf-cut style seals. Ensure check ball in forward clutch assembly moves freely and seats properly.
- Check for leakage by turning forward clutch assembly upward (input shaft aimed down), allowing check ball to seat in cylinder. Pour a small quantity of solvent over check ball. If solvent drips past check ball, replace cylinder.
- Check input shaft and forward clutch assembly fluid passages for obstructions. Check forward clutch return spring for distortion or cracks. Check all needle bearing thrust surfaces for scores and input shaft splines for wear. Replace all parts that are cracked, badly scored or damaged.
Reassembly
Note. Prior to assembling clutch pack, soak all NEW friction clutch plates in ATF for 15 minutes.
- Lubricate and install inner and outer seals on piston with sealing edge facing into forward clutch assembly. Lubricate piston seals and cylinder sealing area with petroleum jelly. Install piston into forward clutch assembly using forward clutch lip seal protector to prevent damaging seals.
- Position return spring and retainer on piston. Compress return spring and install retaining ring. Install clutch pack into forward clutch assembly starting with wave spring. Install a steel plate and then a friction plate. Alternately install remaining plates in clutch pack. Install pressure plate and selective retaining ring.
- Install dial indicator and mount with stem touching pressure plate. (Scheme 61) Press down on pressure plate and zero dial indicator. Pull up on pressure plate until plate touches selective retaining ring and note reading on dial indicator. If clearance is not.050-.094" (1.27-2.38 mm), install correct size retaining ring to obtain specification and recheck clearance. Selective retaining rings are available in the following sizes:.060-.064" (1.52-1.63 mm),.074-.078" (1.88-1.98 mm),.088-.092" (2.24-2.34 mm) and.102-.106" (2.59-2.69 mm).
- Apply petroleum jelly to No. 3 needle bearing and install into forward clutch hub recess. Install forward clutch hub into forward clutch assembly. Ensure forward clutch hub engages all forward clutch friction plates and is seated against No. 3 needle bearing.
Scheme 60
Scheme 61
Disassembly & Reassembly
Note. If a roller is damaged or lost, entire one-way clutch assembly must be replaced.
Remove intermediate one-way clutch retaining ring. Remove intermediate one-way clutch by lifting and turning counterclockwise. To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Ensure chamfer on outer clutch race faces up. One-way clutch must rotate counterclockwise when installed on reverse clutch drum and will make a ratchet sound when rotated.
- Lift No. 1 thrust washer from pump support. Remove 5 retaining bolts and separate pump support from pump body. Remove 4 seal rings from pump support. Remove inner and outer gerotor gears from pump body.
- Remove spring retainer assembly by carefully prying outward on 3 outer locking tabs. Lift intermediate clutch piston from pump assembly. Remove pump body-to-case gasket and O-ring, and discard. Remove front pump seal. (Scheme 62)
- Install NEW front pump seal. Install NEW seals on intermediate clutch piston. Coat piston seal and pump body sealing area with petroleum jelly. Use appropriate seal protector and install intermediate clutch piston into pump body, ensuring piston bleed hole is located at 12 o'clock position (toward top of transmission case). (Scheme 63)
- Snap spring retainer assembly into place on pump body using even pressure. Install inner and outer gerotor gear into pump body with chamfer on both gears facing into pump body. Install forward and reverse clutch seal rings on pump support. Install 2 larger rings near pump.
- Position pump support on pump body. Install and tighten retaining bolts evenly and to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications). Install pump body-to-case O-ring around outer diameter of pump body.
Scheme 62
Scheme 63
- Remove output shaft ring gear retaining ring and separate ring gear from output shaft. Remove 3 output shaft seals. Remove output shaft hub retaining ring and output shaft hub. Remove 2 direct clutch teflon seals. (Scheme 64)
- Remove direct clutch hub. Remove No. 7 direct clutch hub inner needle bearing and bearing support. Using a screwdriver, remove direct clutch pack selective retaining ring and lift out clutch pack. (Scheme 65)
- Using appropriate compressor, compress piston return spring assembly and remove retaining ring. Remove tool and lift spring retainer assembly and piston from direct clutch cylinder.
- If necessary, piston can be removed by applying compressed air to lubrication hole in direct clutch cylinder. Note position and direction of lip seals. Remove seals from cylinder and piston.
- Check direct clutch piston check ball for freedom of movement. Check for leakage by turning piston upside down (flat side up), allowing check ball to seat in piston. Pour a small quantity of solvent over check ball. If solvent drips past check ball, replace piston.
- Check output shaft and direct clutch cylinder fluid passages for obstructions. Check direct clutch return spring assembly for distortion or cracks. Check all needle bearing thrust surfaces for scores and clutch hub splines for wear. Replace all parts that are cracked, badly scored or damaged.
Note. Prior to assembling clutch pack, soak all NEW friction clutch plates in ATF for 15 minutes.
- Lubricate seals and seal protectors with petroleum jelly prior to installation. Using direct clutch lip seal protector, install inner lip seal on direct clutch cylinder hub with sealing lip facing down into cylinder. Ensure inner seal is positioned in groove. Install outer seal on piston with lip pointing away from spring posts. Coat piston seals, direct clutch cylinder outer seal area, and piston inner seal area with petroleum jelly.
- Install direct clutch piston into direct clutch cylinder using seal protector to prevent damaging seals. Position direct piston return spring and retainer assembly in clutch cylinder. Compress assembly and install retaining ring. Install 6 friction plates and 6 steel plates into direct clutch cylinder. Install pressure plate on top of clutch pack. Install clutch pack selective retaining ring.
- Using a feeler gauge, measure clearance between clutch pack retaining ring and pressure plate with pressure plate held down. Direct clutch clearance should be.062-.085" (1.57-2.16 mm). If clearance is not as specified, install correct size retaining ring to obtain specification and recheck clearance. Selective retaining rings are available in the following sizes:.050-.054" (1.27-1.37 mm),.064-.068" (1.63-1.73 mm),.078-.082" (1.98-2.08 mm) and.092-.096" (2.34-2.44 mm).
- Install No. 7 needle bearing support with chamfer side down and No. 7 needle bearing with Black side facing up. Install direct clutch hub into direct clutch pack. Turn direct clutch hub to ensure hub is seated fully against No. 7 needle bearing and engages all direct clutch friction plates. Install 2 NEW direct clutch seals onto output shaft. Install output shaft hub and retaining ring. Install 3 NEW output shaft seals.
- Lightly coat No. 8 needle bearing with petroleum jelly and place onto direct clutch cylinder. Assemble direct clutch cylinder onto output shaft. Ensure direct clutch cylinder spins freely on output shaft hub. Align Yellow dot on end of output shaft and Yellow dot on output shaft ring gear. (Scheme 66) Install ring gear on output shaft and install output shaft ring gear retaining ring.
Scheme 64
Scheme 65
Scheme 66
PLANETARY GEAR SUPPORT & PLANETARY ONE-WAY CLUTCH
Note. If a roller from planetary one-way clutch is lost or damaged, entire one-way clutch assembly must be replaced.
Remove planetary gear support from planetary assembly by lifting up on planetary gear support while rotating it counterclockwise. see scheme 38 Carefully remove planetary one-way clutch from planetary assembly.
Check planetary support bushing, clutch inner and outer race, band surface, pinion gears, bearings and thrust washer for roughness. Check one-way clutch for damaged rollers or broken springs.
Assemble one-way clutch. Lubricate clutch races and clutch assembly with petroleum jelly to aid in assembly. Install one-way clutch in planetary assembly. Install planetary gear support into one-way clutch by rotating planetary gear support counterclockwise.
- Remove No. 2 needle bearing. Using a screwdriver, pry clutch pack retaining ring from clutch drum. Lift out clutch pack. (Scheme 67) Compress return spring and remove retaining ring.
- Remove piston spring and pressure ring. Remove piston from drum. It may be necessary to apply compressed air to clutch drum lubrication hole to remove piston. Block remaining hole with finger. Remove seals from piston.
Note. Prior to assembling clutch pack, soak all NEW friction clutch plates in ATF for 15 minutes.
- Ensure check ball in reverse clutch piston moves freely. Install NEW seals on piston. Coat seals and sealing surface in clutch drum with petroleum jelly.
- Install piston into clutch drum using reverse piston lip seal protectors to prevent damaging seals. Seals used on reverse clutch piston are square cut; direction of installation is not important.
- Install pressure ring and piston spring. Compress piston spring and install retaining ring with retaining ring open ends facing downward. Install apply plate into clutch drum with dished side facing piston. Install clutch pack and retaining ring.
- Install dial indicator and mount with stem touching pressure plate. (Scheme 61) Press down on pressure plate and zero dial indicator. Pull up on pressure plate until plate touches selective retaining ring and note reading on dial indicator. If clearance is not.040-.060" (1.02-1.52 mm), install correct size retaining ring and recheck clearance.
- Selective retaining rings are available in sizes;.060-.064" (1.52-1.63 mm),.074-.078" (1.88-1.98 mm),.088-.092" (2.24-2.34 mm) and.102-.106" (2.59-2.69 mm). With reverse clutch reassembly completed, check clutch operation using compressed air. Ensure clutch applies smoothly and without leakage. Apply thin coat of petroleum jelly to No. 2 needle bearing and install onto reverse clutch drum.
Scheme 67
Remove reverse clutch sun gear assembly and No. 4 needle bearing. Remove forward clutch sun gear and No. 5 needle bearing from shell. Remove No. 5 needle bearing from forward sun gear.
Sun gears and shell will be reassembled as part of TRANSMISSION REASSEMBLY .
Note. As valves are removed from each valve body bore, place individual parts in correct order and in relative position to valve body for reassembly reference. Tag all springs as they are removed for reassembly reference.
Scheme 68
- Remove and discard valve body gasket. Remove retaining bolts. Remove separator plate, reinforcing plates, and separator plate gasket. Note location and positions of reinforcing plates. (Scheme 68) Discard gasket.
- Remove 8 check balls from valve body. (Scheme 69) Remove retaining plates, valves and springs. Keep all valves and springs in original order for reassembly reference. (Scheme 70) Remove 13 bolts retaining valve body cover plate and remove plate. (Scheme 71)
Cleaning & Inspection
| CAUTION | Avoid rounding off sharp edges of valves and plugs with crocus cloth. These edges perform a cleaning action. |
- Clean all parts thoroughly in clean solvent, and blow dry with compressed air. Inspect all valves and plug bores for scoring. Check all fluid passages for obstructions.
- Inspect all mating surfaces, plugs, and valves for burrs and scoring. If necessary, use crocus cloth to polish valves and plugs.
- Inspect all springs for distortion. Check all valves and plugs for free movement in their respective bores. Valves and plugs, when dry, must fall of their own weight within their respective bores.
- Install valve body cover plate gasket and plate. Install 2 guide pin bolts and remaining cover plate bolts. Tighten bolts in correct sequence and to correct torque. (Scheme 71) See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications). Install all valves into their respective bores. (Scheme 70) Ensure notch in plugs face bottom of bore. Install 8 valve body check balls. (Scheme 69)
- Install 2 guide pins into valve body that align valve body gasket and valve body assembly with case. Using a NEW separator plate gasket, slide plate and gasket over guide pins. Position 3 reinforcement plates onto valve body and loosely install retaining bolts. Tighten retaining bolts to specification, working from center of valve body outward. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications).
Scheme 69
Scheme 70
Scheme 71
TRANSMISSION REASSEMBLY
Note. (Scheme 77)and see scheme 38 for exploded view of internal parts, thrust washer and needle bearing locations. Lubricate all parts with ATF. Use petroleum jelly on gaskets, thrust washers, and needle bearings to retain in place. Use NEW gaskets and seals.
Scheme 72
Scheme 73
- Using appropriate installer, install rear case bushing. Install output shaft No. 9 needle bearing in transmission case. Install output shaft and direct clutch cylinder assembly. Ensure No. 7 needle bearing and direct clutch hub are installed correctly.
- Install reverse band support retaining ring. Install reverse band into transmission case and ensure band is seated on anchor pins. When properly installed, center of band actuating rod seat can be seen through servo piston bore.
- Align notch in planetary gear support with overdrive band anchor pin. Install planetary gear support and planetary one-way clutch assembly into case. If necessary, rotate output shaft to align planetary assembly splines with direct clutch hub splines.
- Install planetary gear support spring using a hammer handle or wooden dowel. (Scheme 59) Spring tabs must face out. Install planetary gear support retaining ring. Ensure planetary gear support retaining ring covers planetary gear support spring. (Scheme 72)
- Install forward clutch sun gear, No. 5 needle bearing, reverse clutch sun gear and No. 4 forward clutch needle bearing as an assembly. Rotate output shaft to aid in engaging sun gear with planetary gears. Install intermediate stub shaft.
- Install forward clutch hub and No. 3 needle bearing. Install forward clutch assembly. Install reverse clutch on forward clutch. Ensure No. 2 needle bearing is held in position on reverse clutch with petroleum jelly. Wiggle input shaft while engaging reverse clutch splines. Ensure reverse clutch cylinder lugs are fully seated in notches of reverse clutch sun gear.
- Install overdrive band into case and around reverse clutch drum. Ensure band anchor is properly positioned on anchor pin. Using a screwdriver to hold overdrive band in position, lubricate and install overdrive servo piston return spring and servo piston. Using appropriate compressor, compress overdrive servo piston and install retaining ring.
- With overdrive servo piston installed, inspect band and apply pin for proper position and engagement. If band anchor and apply pin are not properly engaged, remove servo piston and re-position band as necessary.
- Install intermediate clutch pack pressure plate with chamfer down. Install clutch pack (starting with a friction plate and alternating steel and friction plates) and selective steel plate in order. Measure intermediate clutch clearance.
- Intermediate clutch clearance is measured using a depth micrometer and Gauge Bar (T80L-77003-A). Set gauge Bar across pump case mounting surface. Place micrometer on gauge Bar and read depth to selective steel plate. (Scheme 73)
- Check depth again with micrometer 180 degrees from previous measurement. Ensure depth at intermediate clutch selective steel plate is 1.643-1.677" (41.73-42.60 mm). Ensure average of the 2 measurements is within this range.
- If intermediate clutch clearance (depth) is not within tolerance, select correct thickness selective steel plate to obtain specified depth. Selective plates are available in the following thicknesses:.067-.071" (1.70-1.80 mm),.077-.081" (1.95-2.05 mm),.087-.091" (2.20-2.31 mm) and.097-.101 (2.46-2.56 mm). Install correct plate and recheck clearance.
- Check transmission end play by locating depth micrometer on gauge bar. Ensure depth is measured at reverse clutch drum thrust face. (Scheme 74)
- Check end play 180 degrees from previous measurement to determine average depth. Thrust washer controlling transmission end play is located on pump support. Support is attached to back of pump housing.
- Transmission end play can be adjusted using appropriate selective thrust washer. After measuring depth, select required thrust washer. See «NO. 1 THRUST WASHER SELECTION»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission) table. NO. 1 THRUST WASHER SELECTION Measured Depth In. (mm) Washer Thickness In. (mm) Color Code 1.485-1.503 (37.71-38.18).050-.054 (1.22-1.37) Green 1.504-1.521 (38.19-38.64).068-.072 (1.73-1.83) Yellow 1.521-1.538 (38.64-39.07).085-.089 (2.16-2.26) Natural 1.538-1.555 (39.07-39.51).102-.106 (2.59-2.69) Red 1.555-1.581 (39.51-40.17).119-.123 (3.02-3.12) Blue
- Install selected transmission end play thrust washer No. 1 on pump support. Use petroleum jelly to hold it in place. Install pump alignment dowel, made by cutting the head from a M8 x 1.25 bolt, into pump mounting bolt hole at 12 o'clock position.
- Install NEW pump gasket onto case. Ensure case oil passages are not covered by gasket material. Apply petroleum jelly to pump-to-case seal surfaces. Install pump assembly into case. Wiggle input shaft while pressing down on pump. Remove alignment dowel and install pump-to-case bolts.
- Alternately tighten bolts a few turns at a time to draw pump into case. Tighten bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications). Install parking pawl shaft, parking pawl and return spring. If removed, install extension housing bushing. Position NEW extension housing gasket on transmission. Slide extension housing into place. Install bolts and tighten to specification.
- Using appropriate seal installer, install extension housing rear seal. Install Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor. Tighten bolt to specification. If removed, install manual control lever shaft seal. Lubricate EPC solenoid "O" rings and install EPC solenoid.
- Install manual valve detent lever and parking pawl actuating rod into case. Parking pawl actuating rod must be positioned over parking pawl. Slide manual control lever shaft into case and position through detent. Install inner nut and tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications). Install manual lever shaft retaining roll pin. Install oil screen into case.
- If reverse servo piston and rod replacement is necessary or if reverse band has been replaced, perform «REVERSE SERVO ASSEMBLY»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission) under ON-VEHICLE SERVICE installation procedures.
- Install reverse servo spring, piston and rod. Install servo cover and cover retaining ring. Install 2-3 piston, accumulator spring and retainer. Install 1-2 accumulator upper spring, accumulator, lower spring, cover and seal. Install accumulator piston retaining ring.
- Install wiring harness connector into case. Replace "O" ring on wiring harness connector (if necessary). Install valve body gasket and valve body assembly using 2 alignment bolts as guides.
- Install EPC solenoid bracket. Loosely install 11 long valve body retaining bolts. Install 12 short valve body retaining bolts. Install manual valve detent spring. Tighten bolts to specification. (Scheme 75) See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/ford/econoline/i-1985-2013/remont/automatic-trans/#overhaul-4r70w-automatic-transmission__torque-specifications).
- Install shift solenoid and TCC solenoid assembly. Tighten solenoid assembly retaining bolts to specification. Connect bulkhead inter-connector between solenoids and sensor harness connectors. (Scheme 76) Install NEW filter seal and NEW fluid filter on valve body. Install filter attaching bolts and tighten. Position NEW pan gasket on case and install oil pan. Tighten bolts to specification.
- Install TR sensor onto transmission case and install bolts but do not tighten. Place manual lever in Neutral position (2 detent positions back from Park). Insert Transmission Range Sensor Alignment Tool (T97L-70010-A) into slots. (Scheme 43) Align the 3 slots on TR sensor with tabs on adjuster. Tighten bolts to specification.
- Lightly coat converter hub with petroleum jelly and install torque converter. Ensure torque converter is properly installed. When installation is correct, measurement between torque converter pilot nose and front face of bellhousing will be about.403-.568" (10.23-14.43 mm).
Scheme 74
Scheme 75
Scheme 76
Scheme 77
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|
| Converter Drain Plug | 21-22 (28-30) |
| Extension Housing-To-Case Bolt | 18-22 (25-30) |
| Manual Lever Shaft Inner Nut | 29-27 (26-37) |
| Pump-To-Case Bolt | 15-19 (20-26) |
| Stator Support-To-Pump Bolt | 15-19 (20-26) |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Detent Spring Attaching Bolt | 80-124 (9-14) |
| Filter-To-Valve Body | 80-124 (9-14) |
| TR Sensor-To-Case Bolt | 62-89 (7-10) |
| Oil Pan-To-Case Bolt | 106-130 (12-15) |
| Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Bolt | 62-89 (7-10) |
| Pressure Plug-To-Case | 71-144 (8-16) |
| Reinforcing Plate-To-Valve Body Bolt | 80-97 (9-11) |
| Separator Plate-To-Valve Body Bolt | 80-97 (9-11) |
| Valve Body Cover Plate Bolt (1) | 80-97 (9-11) |
| Valve Body-To-Case Bolt (2) | 80-97 (9-11) |
| (1) For proper tightening sequence (Scheme 71) (2) For proper tightening sequence (Scheme 75) | |
| (1) | For proper tightening sequence (Scheme 71) |
| (2) | For proper tightening sequence (Scheme 75) |
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | In. (mm) | |
|---|---|---|
| Converter End Play | ||
| New or Rebuilt Converter | .014-.041 (.35-1.04) | |
| Used Converter | .014-.074 (.35-1.88) | |
| Direct Clutch Pack Clearance | .062-.085 (1.57-2.16) | |
| Forward Clutch Pack Clearance | .050-.094 (1.27-2.38) | |
| Intermediate Clutch Pack Clearance (1) | 1.643-1.677 (41.73-42.60) | |
| Reverse Clutch Pack Clearance | .040-.060 (1.02-1.52) | |
| (1) Measurement with gauge bar in place. (Scheme 73) | ||
| (1) | Measurement with gauge bar in place. (Scheme 73) |
TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS
See also:
• FORD 4R70W ELECTRONIC CONTROLS
• SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - EEC-V
• TRANSMISSION IDENTIFYING CODE LETTER CHART
• TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
• VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY
• SHIFT SPEED SPECIFICATIONS
• SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
• EPC PRESSURE CHECK
• STATOR ONE-WAY CLUTCH CHECK
• HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST
• TRANSMISSION REASSEMBLY