Flex FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
The DOR/COR number for this service action is 50417.
Questions regarding parts should be directed to the Program Assistance Center or E-mailed.
DEALER PRICE
For latest prices, refer to DOES II.
EXCESS STOCK RETURN
Excess stock returned for credit must have been purchased from Ford Customer Service Division in accordance with Policy Procedure Bulletin 4000.
Attachment III - Technical Information
OVERVIEW
In some of the affected vehicles, the transmission intermediate clutch piston may have been install incorrectly. The piston seal may tear during vehicle
operation and possibly result in poor shifting, transmission slipping, warning lamp illumination, and eventual loss of 2nd and 6th gear function.
Dealers are to remove and partially disassemble the transaxle to install a new Intermediate Clutch Clutch Piston.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove the transaxle from the vehicle For additional information, refer to the appropriate WSM Section 307
DISASSEMBLY TRANSAXLE
NOTE:
Special tools that are needed for this portion of the service procedure are as follows:
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Transaxle Holding Fixture # 307-580 or equivalent
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Input Shaft Support Seal Installer # 307-578/1.
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Forward/Intermediate Spring Compressor # 307-584/1 and /2
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Depth Micrometer # 303-D075 or equivalent
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Straight Edge (used with the Depth Micrometer # 303-D075)
2. Using the Holding Fixture # 307-580, install the transaxle onto the bench See Figure 1.
3. NOTICE: Only thread the bolts 6 to 8 turns or do not exceed 12 mm (0.472 in) into the torque converter. If the bolts are threaded too far, damage to
the torque converter clutch surface can occur causing torque converter failure.