Mustang V8-4.6L (2009)
Fluid Filter - A/T: Service and Repair
Transmission Filter - In Line
5R55S
Transmission Filter - In Line
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 an in-line transmission fluid filter, install a new in-line transmission fluid
filter.
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If the transmission was overhauled and the vehicle was not equipped with an in-line transmission fluid filter, install a new in-line transmission fluid
filter kit.
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If the transmission is being installed for a non-internal repair, do not install an in-line transmission fluid filter or in-line transmission fluid filter kit.
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If installing a new or a Ford-authorized remanufactured transmission, install a new in-line transmission fluid filter or an in-line transmission fluid
filter kit.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Cut a section of the upper transmission fluid cooler hose to allow installation of the in-line transmission fluid filter.
3. NOTICE: The in-line transmission fluid filter has a bypass valve in it. The red arrow on the in-line transmission fluid filter indicates the
direction of the in-line transmission fluid filter fluid flow through the in-line transmission fluid filter. The in-line transmission fluid filter
must be installed in the fluid cooler return tube with the red arrow on the in-line transmission fluid filter pointing away from the
transmission fluid cooler and toward the transmission (the return tube has in-line transmission fluid filter fluid coming out of the cooler
going to the transmission). If the in-line transmission fluid filter is not installed correctly, it will cause internal transmission damage.
NOTICE: Do not install any rubber hoses or steel tubing with a bend entering the filter greater than 60 degrees.
Install the one end of the in-line transmission fluid filter into the rubber hose with a clamp, then install the other end of the in-line transmission
fluid filter into the rubber hose.
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Install and tighten the 2 hose clamps.
4. Clean a visible section of the transmission fluid pan and install the sticker indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an in-line transmission fluid
filter.
