OEM 2005 Ford Thunderbird Transmission Pan

2005 Ford Thunderbird Transmission Pan Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the Transmission Pan, gasket, and filter on 2005 Ford Thunderbird?

  A: The servicing process requires you to first apply clean automatic transmission fluid on the fluid filter seals to protect them from breaking while making sure they are properly positioned on the filter. The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable; personnel should inspect it for damage before possibly reusing it. The maintenance procedure requires a replacement transmission fluid filter. First position the vehicle on the hoist in neutral gear then remove the drain plug to drain out the fluid. Practical steps begin by removing the retaining clips from HO2S connectors which are placed along pan rail through the movement of connectors aside. Pull away the transmission fluid pan while removing its gasket before disposing of the worn transmission fluid filter. Before adding transmission fluid to the O-ring seals of the transmission fluid filter ensure that both components are free from damage by cleaning the surfaces with new automatic transmission fluid. Place the sealed transmission fluid filter properly before adding transmission fluid lubrication to its seals and secure the screws at 10 Nm torque (89 inch lbs.). Mount the fluid pan magnet inside the transmission fluid pan and properly install the pan with its gasket by loosely securing its screws. Apply a crisscross screw pattern before torquing them to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). Put back the wire connector retainers to transmission fluid pan rails and reattach the sensors. Tighten the drain plug to 26 Nm when finished. Prior to extracting the fluid level indicator plug you should maintain the drain plug stability using a wrench while employing a 3/16-Allen key. End with the fluid level check after removing the indicator plug.