Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
6. Remove and discard the transmission fluid filter.
7. Pull the release tab and pull down on the bulkhead connector retainer.
8. NOTICE: Do not touch the electrical connector pins or the exposed solenoid tabs on the transmission vehicle harness connector.
Electrostatic discharge may occur and may cause damage to the mechatronic unit.
With the release tab down, pull the outer shell of the transmission vehicle harness connector out of the mechatronic assembly.
9. NOTICE: Do not touch the electrical connector pins or the exposed solenoid tabs on the transmission vehicle harness connector.
Electrostatic discharge may occur and may cause damage to the mechatronic unit.
Pull the transmission vehicle harness connector out of the transmission.
10. NOTICE: During removal of the mechatronic assembly, the thermal bypass valve will fall out of the transmission case. Damage to the
valve will occur if the valve falls out.
Remove the 11 bolts from the mechatronic assembly and remove the mechatronic assembly and the bypass valve.
