F 150 4WD V8-5.4L Flex Fuel (2008)
8. Fill the transmission with clean transmission fluid.
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Verify for correct operation.
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Check the filter for leaks.
Transmission fluid in-line filter - without an OTA cooler
NOTE: Use the following guidelines for installing the transmission fluid in-line filter:
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If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was equipped with a transmission fluid in-line filter, install a new transmission fluid in-line
filter.
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If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with a transmission fluid in-line filter, install a new transmission fluid
in-line filter kit.
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If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, do not install a transmission fluid in-line or filter kit.
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If installing a new or a Ford-authorized remanufactured transmission, install a transmission fluid in-line filter.
9. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
10. Remove the cooler tubes retainers.
11. Remove the section of the steel tube as illustrated.
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Clean and de-burr the end of the steel tubes.
12. NOTE: Be sure the cooler tube is fully seated in the body of the fitting before final tightening of the ferrule nut.
Install the tubing ferrule hose assembly connector onto the end of the steel fluid cooler tubes. Finger-tighten the ferrule nut, then tighten the nut an
