E 250 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.4L CNG VIN M (1997)
6. With a suitable drain pan properly positioned, drain, then remove the transmission fluid pan and remove the gasket.
(1) Loosen, but do not remove, the 20 fluid pan-to-case retaining bolts.
(2) Remove the 16 front and side fluid pan-to-case retaining bolts.
(3) Lower the front of the fluid pan and allow the fluid to drain.
(4) With the fluid pan properly supported, remove the (A) fluid pan-to-case retaining bolts, and the (B)fluid pan and gasket.
CAUTION: Do not discard the gasket unless damaged. This is a reusable gasket.
7. Remove the filter and seal assembly by carefully pulling and rotating the filter as necessary.
NOTE: After removal, discard the filter and seal assembly.
8. If the seal remains in the pump bore, remove it carefully with a small screwdriver so as not to scratch or damage the aluminum bore.
CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or damage the aluminum bore.
