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Automatic Removal & Installation: Application Ford Ranger I

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APPLICATION

ApplicationTransmission Model
Ranger
2.3L & 3.0L5R44E
4.0L5R55E

TRANSMISSION APPLICATION

WARNINGVehicle is equipped with Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system. When servicing vehicle, use care to avoid accidental air bag deployment. SIR system-related components are located in various locations throughout interior and exterior of vehicle, depending on application. Do not use electrical test equipment on or near these circuits. If necessary, deactivate SIR system before servicing components. See appropriate AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
CAUTIONOn Pickup and Econoline equipped with electronic air suspension, power to air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. The air suspension switch is located behind right kick panel area. Failure to do so can result in inflation or deflation of air springs, which may cause vehicle to shift during servicing.
CAUTIONWhen battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. Before disconnecting battery, see COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  2. Place the selector lever in the Neutral position.
  3. Remove the nut and transmission upper fill tube. (Scheme 78)
  4. Vehicles equipped with 4WD, remove the transfer case. See appropriate REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article under TRANSFER CASE.
  5. If transmission disassembly is required, drain the transmission fluid. For fluid draining, see «DRAINING & REFILLING»(ref-141010-S03259448572002061100000) under LUBRICATION in SERVICING article.
  6. To maintain initial drive shaft balance, mark the driveshaft yoke and axle flange, so they can be installed in their original positions. (Scheme 79)
  7. Remove the 4 bolts. Remove the rear driveshaft. (Scheme 80)
  8. Remove the starter motor. NOTE: Mark the torque converter and the flexplate for correct alignment at reinstallation. For 2.3L engines it may be necessary to gain access to the flexplate nuts through the wheel well. (Scheme 81)
  9. Remove the 4 nuts.
  10. Rotate the crankshaft for access to the flexplate nuts. (Scheme 82)
  11. Disconnect the shift cable. (Scheme 83) Disconnect the shift cable from the manual control lever. Disconnect the shift cable from the bracket.
  12. Disconnect transmission wiring harness from the case. Remove wiring harness from the shift cable bracket. Remove shift cable retainer from the case.
  13. Disconnect the transmission wiring harness. (Scheme 84) Disconnect the transmission connector. Disconnect the Intermediate Shaft Speed (ISS) sensor. Disconnect the digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor connector. Disconnect the Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor.
  14. Remove the 3-way catalytic converter. NOTE: For 2.3L engines remove the rear engine cover plate. (Scheme 85) CAUTION: Care should be taken not to damage the cooler lines.
  15. Hold the case fitting and remove the transmission cooler lines. (Scheme 86)
  16. Remove the nuts. (Scheme 87)
  17. DO NOT allow the transmission to hang freely. Position a suitable jack under the transmission. Raise and support the transmission. (Scheme 88)
  18. Remove the bolts. Remove the crossmember. (Scheme 89)and (Scheme 90).
  19. Remove the transmission mount. (Scheme 91) Remove the screws. Remove the transmission mount.
  20. For 2.3L remove the rear vibration damper. (Scheme 92)
  21. For 2.3L and 3.0L Remove the transmission upper fill tube. (Scheme 93) Remove the screw. Disconnect the transmission upper fill tube.
  22. Lower transmission to gain access to the transmission-to-engine screws and remove. (Scheme 94)
  23. On 4x4 models, remove the vent tube.
  24. The torque converter is heavy and can result in injury if it falls out of the transmission. Secure the torque converter in the transmission. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
  25. Lower the transmission.
  1. On 4x4 models, install the vent tube assembly.
  2. On all models, raise and position the transmission. Remove the Torque Converter Retainer (307-346).
  3. On models equipped with a 4.0L SOHC engine, install the transmission-to-engine screws. Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000). Install 2 M10 x 1.6" (40 mm) screws. Install 4 M10 x 2" (50 mm) screws. Install 2 M10 x 3" (75 mm) screws.
  4. On models equipped with 2.3L and 3.0L engines, install the screws. (Scheme 94) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000). Install 1 M10 x 1.6" (40 mm) screw. Install 4 M10 x 2" (50 mm) screws. Install 2 M10 x 3" (75 mm) screws.
  5. Install the upper fluid filler tube and bracket screw. (Scheme 93) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000). Install the upper filler tube. Install the M10 x 1.6" (40 mm) bracket screw.
  6. On models equipped with 2.3L engine, install the lower transmission-to-engine screws. Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  7. Install the HO2S connector bracket. Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  8. Install the rear engine cover plate. (Scheme 85) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  9. On models equipped with 4x4, install the transfer case. See appropriate REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article under TRANSFER CASE.
  10. On all models, install the exhaust bracket. Install the screws. (Scheme 91) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  11. Position the crossmember. Install the crossmember bolts. (Scheme 89)and (Scheme 90). Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  12. Install the transmission mount into the crossmember and tighten the nuts. Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  13. On models equipped with 3.0L engine, install the rear vibration damper. (Scheme 92) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  14. On models equipped with 3.0L and 4.0L SOHC engines, hold the case fitting and install the transmission cooler lines. (Scheme 86) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000). Install 4 NEW torque converter nuts. (Scheme 82) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000). Rotate the crankshaft as needed to gain access to all the nuts.
  15. On models equipped with 2.3L engines, Install 4 NEW torque converter nuts. (Scheme 81) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000). Rotate the crankshaft as needed to gain access to all the nuts.
  16. On all models, install the starter motor. See appropriate STARTERS article under ENGINE. Install the catalytic converter assembly.
  17. Position the transmission wiring harness in place. Clip harness to the shift cable bracket. Clip harness retainer to the case.
  18. Connect the transmission wiring harness. (Scheme 84) Connect the transmission connector. Connect the Intermediate Shaft Speed (ISS) sensor. Connect the digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor connector. Connect the Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor.
  19. Install the shift cable. (Scheme 83) Connect the shift cable to manual control lever. Connect the shift cable to the bracket.
  20. Align and install the rear driveshaft. (Scheme 79) Install the driveshaft bolts. (Scheme 80) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  21. Use the following guidelines for installing the in-line transmission fluid filter: If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with an in-line fluid filter, install a NEW in-line fluid filter. 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. If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, DO NOT install an in-line filter or filter kit. If installing a NEW or a Ford-authorized re-manufactured 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.
  22. On models equipped with 4.0L SOHC engines, install the transmission fill tube and indicator as an assembly. (Scheme 78) Tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-156143-S30491145112003070800000).
  23. On all models, connect the battery ground cable. Fill the transmission with clean automatic transmission fluid to the specified level. For fluid recommendations and fill level, see «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS»(ref-141010-S34452849752002061100000) and «FLUID CAPACITIES»(ref-141010-S40269742622002061100000) under LUBRICATION in SERVICING article.
  24. Check the transmission for correct operation. Verify that the shift cable is correctly adjusted. For shift cable adjustment, see «SHIFT CABLE»(ref-141010-S17541526102002061100000) under ADJUSTMENTS in SERVICING article.

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