Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Valve Body: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Raise vehicle on a hoist.
3. Drain transmission fluid.
4. Remove 14 pan retaining bolts, transmission pan and pan-to-case gasket. Clean and inspect pan to case gasket.
5. Remove pan magnet. Clean transmission pan and pan magnet.
6. CAUTION: If installing a new filter, and grommet remains in the main control bore, carefully use a small screwdriver to remove the grommet.
Use care not to damage the main control bore.
NOTE: If transmission is being serviced for a contamination-related failure, use a new filter and grommet. The filter may be reused if no
excessive contamination is present.
