Ford 7L1Z-7A098-A
Filter

A hoist-mounted vehicle in NEUTRAL position serves as the first step before proceeding with in-line transmission fluid filter servicing and repair. The installation of a new filter should be done when there was an overhaul on the transmission and the vehicle included an in-line transmission fluid filter. The installation of a new in-line transmission fluid filter kit becomes necessary when the vehicle did not have an in-line transmission fluid filter present. The installation of new filters or kits should only proceed when performing internal transmission repairs. A Ford-authorized remanufactured transmission needs an installation of a fresh new in-line transmission fluid filter. Start by detaching the secondary latch from the transmission fluid cooler connector before using the Transmission Disconnect Tool to do the same. The tube section between the second flare needs removal from the transmission fluid cooler accompanied by clean-up and de-burring of the cut end. The tubing ferrule hose assembly connector must be installed onto the cooler tube before finger-tightening the ferrule nut and finishing the installation by tightening it by one and a half turns. Install the new transmission fluid filter that features a bypass valve having the red arrow facing out from the cooler toward the transmission. Remove the section of transmission fluid cooler hose. The design angle for hoses entering the filter should not surpass 60 degrees since such bends can cause fluid blockage. First connect the filter end of the cooler hose with tight clamps and follow by linking the other hose end to the tubing ferrule assembly with two clamps which should be secured. Clean a portion of the transmission fluid pan before installing the sticker and follow up with fluid refilling and operational verification procedure then inspect the filter for leakage points.

The first step before servicing or repairing the transmission fluid in-line filter requires a vehicle in NEUTRAL position on a hoist. The presence of a transmission fluid in-line filter requires installing a new filter whereas no filter demands installation of a new filter kit. Installation of filter or kit should be avoided if the repair work is external to the transmission system. Every newly-installed transmission at Ford including those from authorized remanufacturers requires a transmission fluid inline filter to be added. First uninstall the bolts and skid plate when present before cutting out a section of rubber hose along with the transmission fluid cooler return tube. Clean the end of the return tube then fully position it within the fitting before tightening the ferrule nut through a finger-tight initial stage and completing with additional one and one-half turns. Mount the transmission fluid in-line filter according to its directional arrow which must point in the direction of the cooling system and the transmission. All tubing and rubber hoses entering the filter should maintain a 60-degree maximum bend angle. Complete the installation by tightening all hose clamps and adding the skid plate along with its bolts then clean the transmission fluid pan section and place the sticker. Finish by filling the transmission container with recommended fluid to the correct mark then testing operation while inspecting the filter for any sign of leakage.

Tighten it to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).

Yes, if no excessive contamination is present.

Remove the transmission fluid fill plug from the transmission fluid level indicator assembly located on the passenger side front of the transmission case.