Ford 1L2Z-7A098-AC
Filter

Beginning the automatic transmission fluid filter repair process starts with sealing the fluid filter using lubricated automatic transmission fluid to protect from damages followed by correct placement. The transmission fluid pan gasket should be reused after cleaning it for damage assessment. If no damage is present you should reuse it. The installation of a new transmission fluid filter must be completed at this time. Follow the specified removal order when working with the hoisted and PARK-positioned vehicle. Follow the reverse order of removal steps to install the transmission while filling it partially with new fluid. Apply lubricants on the seals of the transmission fluid filter before confirming proper sealing. After installing the transmission fluid pan together with its gasket place the screws just loosely in position. Follow up the installation by securing the screws in a crisscross manner until everything is set.

The servicability of automatic transmission fluid filters requires that you raise and stabilize the vehicle followed by setting up a drain pan beneath the transmission fluid pan. Drain the fluid by removing the plug located in the drain position. You can use the transmission fluid pan gasket again after cleaning it for inspection purposes and as long as it stays undamaged. The service requires removal of both the 16 transmission fluid pan screws followed by the fluid pan extraction and gasket removal. But first discard the transmission fluid filter and proceed with cleaning the transmission fluid pan while examining the magnet. The new filter installation requires applying transmission fluid only to seals for protection before you check their proper placement. Tighten the filter to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.) value. The fluid pan magnet should be installed into the transmission fluid pan followed by a placement of the reusable gasket on the pan. Place the transmission fluid pan with gasket afterward while holding the screws loosely then cross-tighten them at 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). To complete the procedure install the fluid drain plug while tightening it to 26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.) after partially filling the transmission as required.

Begin repair of the automatic transmission fluid filter by lifting the vehicle and securely supporting it with a drain pan installed beneath the transmission fluid pan. You should remove the drain plug which leads to draining fluid from the system. The transmission fluid pan gasket possesses reusability but requires cleaning before inspection for any possible damage so long as it shows no signs of brokenage. The service requires removing 16 transmission fluid pan screws and the fluid pan along with its gasket. Remove the transmission fluid filter while discarding it and clean the transmission fluid pan and inspect its magnet. The new transmission fluid filter installation requires sealing the filter with automatic transmission fluid and positioning the filter properly before tightening it to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). The fluid pan magnet should go into the transmission fluid pan while a reusable gasket should go onto the pan. The transmission fluid pan with gasket needs installation followed by loose screw tightening before crisscross tightening reaches 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). Place the fluid drain plug onto its location before tightening it to 26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.) while also performing a partial transmission fluid fill.

You should start service and repair operations on automatic transmission fluid filters after setting the vehicle to PARK position on a hoist. The maintenance professional should take off equipment according to a predefined sequence. Automatic transmission fluid must be used to lubricate fluid filter seals before they get installed on the filter to protect them from damage. Install a new transmission fluid filter before installing the transmission fluid pan and gasket by first loosely screwing its screws. Last step involves crisscross-tightening of screws followed by transmission fluid addition to reach the recommended amount. The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable for another use because it shows no damage after cleaning and inspection.

Install the sticker, fill the transmission with fluid, verify correct operation, and check the filter for leaks.

Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid pan, remove the drain plug, and drain the fluid.

Fill and check the transmission fluid using the refill procedure.

Reattach the transmission fluid pan, tightening the bolts in a crisscross pattern to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).