Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the transmission fluid drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
3. NOTE: Clean the area around transmission control solenoid body harness connector to prevent contamination of the transmission control solenoid
body harness connector.
Disconnect the transmission control solenoid body harness connector.
4. NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable, clean and inspect for damage. If not damaged, the transmission fluid pan gasket should be
reused.
Remove the 16 transmission fluid pan screws, transmission fluid pan and transmission fluid pan gasket.