Contour L4-122 2.0L CNG DOHC VIN Z SFI (1996)
l.
Clean and dry the transaxle case sealing surface where the control select lever cover is to be installed and apply a 2 mm (0.08") bead of
Gasket Eliminator (E1FZ-19562-A), or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G348-A4, to the surface. Install the control select
lever cover to the transaxle case. Install the control select lever cover retaining bolts and tighten the bolts to 11 N.m (8 lb-ft) in an alternate
pattern (Figure 41).
m.
Select 4th gear. Measure the turning torque. If the turning torque is too high, all the measurements (to establish the required shim thickness)
done in Step 5 must be repeated.
7.
Reinstall the transaxle into the vehicle by referring to the 1996 Contour/Mystique Service Manual, Pages 07-03-52 through 07-03-56.
