Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
3. Install the line case fitting,
CAUTION: Make sure the Cooler Bypass Valve (CBV) is properly back flushed. Use dry compressed air to remove solvent.
CAUTION: If the cooler line case fitting is over-tightened the rubber coated sealing washers and/or cooler line case fittings can be damaged,
causing a transmission fluid leak.
NOTE: The CBV has a check ball in the rear fitting and will only allow flow in one direction. Make sure check ball moves freely.
NOTE: Align the two rubber coated sealing washers, while assembling the rear CBV fitting.
4. Tighten the cooler tube nuts.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Fill the transmission with MERCON(R) V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM or equivalent meeting Ford specifications MERCON(R) V .
Check for proper operation.
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and the mounting bracket.
2. Remove the front radiator air deflector.
3. Remove the radiator grille.
4. If so equipped, remove the headlamp doors.
5. Remove the parking lamps.
6. Remove the radiator grille opening panel reinforcement.
7. Remove the hood latch.
8. With a suitable drain pan properly positioned, disconnect the fluid cooler hoses at the transmission fluid cooler.
9. Remove the transmission fluid cooler.
INSTALLATION
1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
2. Fill the transmission to the proper level and inspect for leaks.
