Aerostar 2WD V6-182 3.0L (1995)
Shift Linkage: Service and Repair
Transmission Out of Vehicle
REMOVAL
NOTE: The automatic transmission linkage system incorporates a polyurethane plastic grommet to connect the various rods, levers, and adjusting stud.
Whenever a rod is disconnected from a grommet type connector, the old grommet must be removed and a new one installed.
Shift Linkage Grommet Out Of Vehicle Replacement
1. Place lower jaw of shift linkage insulator T67P-7341-A or equivalent, between lever and rod, then position stop pin against end of control rod and
force rod out of grommet.
2. Remove grommet from lever by cutting off large shoulder with sharp knife.
INSTALLATION
1. Adjust stop pin to 1/2 inch and coat outside of grommet with suitable multi purpose lubricant.
2. Place a new grommet on the stop pin and force it into the lever hole, then turn grommet several times to ensure it is properly seated.
3. Squeeze rod into bushing until stop washer seats against grommet.
