OEM 2007 Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission Filter

2007 Ford F-150 Automatic Transmission Filter Parts Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair the In-Line Automatic Transmission Filter on 2007 Ford F-150?

  A: Service and repair of the transmission fluid in-line filter begins with determining whether the vehicle has an in-line fluid filter post-overhaul installation. New filter installation should proceed in vehicles with filters, otherwise complete new filter kit installation. A filter or kit installation must be avoided when non-internal repairs are present. The in-line transmission fluid filter that ships with the new or Ford-authorized remanufactured transmission should be used for installation. Place the vehicle into neutral mode on a hoist. The skid plate should be unbolted with the rubber hose cutting through its section and the steel line should be cleaned before de-burring its ends. Use the tubing ferrule hose assembly connector to attach the steel fluid cooler tube while performing a first tightness stage before additional 1.5 turns of screw rotation. Tighten the fitting when the cooler tube fully fits inside it. The filter with its bypass valve needs installation in the fluid cooler return line using the red arrow marker to maintain fluid flow in the direction toward the transmission to avoid internal transmission damage. Installation of rubber hoses and steel tubing must exclude bends greater than 60 degrees when positioned to enter the filter. A proper hose length should be chosen to install the filter while securing hose clamps in place. Clean a section of the transmission fluid pan while you reattach one cooler tube retainer and fasten the cooler tubes with a strap and apply the specified sticker. Complete transmission fluid filling with automatic transmission fluid before conducting operational verification then inspecting the filter for leakage points.