Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Disassembly
Main Control Valve Body - Disassembled View




1. Remove the torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid and the shift solenoid.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the shift solenoid.
3. Remove the TCC solenoid.

2. Remove the two reinforcement plates.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the plates.

3. Remove the separator plate and discard the gaskets.

4. NOTE: Note the location of the eight coasting booster valve shuttle balls for assembly.
Remove the eight coasting booster valve shuttle balls.

5. Remove the converter drain back valve and solenoid pressure supply screen.

6. Remove the main control valve body cover plate.
1. Remove the 13 bolts.
2. Remove the valve body cover plate and gasket.

Assembly
1. CAUTION: Before beginning assembly, carry out and inspect the
following:
When building up subassemblies and assembling the transmission, ALWAYS use new
gaskets and seals.
All fasteners must be ti ...
Other materials:
Index Card
Place an index card or a piece of paper between the weatherstrip and the
sealing surface, then close
the door. Slowly withdraw the index card or paper after the door is closed and
check the amount of
pressure on the weatherstrip. There should be a medium amo ...
Shift Point Road Test
This test verifies that the shift control system is operating
correctly.
1. Bring engine and transmission up to normal operating temperature.
2. Operate vehicle with transmission range selector lever in (D)
position.
3. NOTE: Shift speed ranges a ...
Disassembly
1. Remove the retaining ring above fifth gear.
2. CAUTION: Hand tighten the special tool to prevent gear damage.
CAUTION: Support the output shaft while using the press to prevent
damage to the
shaft or gears.
Using the special tool, press fifth gear, the s ...

