OEM 2008 Ford Crown Victoria Transmission Pan

2008 Ford Crown Victoria Transmission Pan Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Transmission Pan, gasket, and filter in an automatic transmission on 2008 Ford Crown Victoria?

  A: The first step when repairing a fluid pan with its gasket and filter is to avoid using any additional transmission fluid clean-up products because they could lead to transmission component damage. Standard maintenance calls for automatic transmission fluid replacement while substantial repairs demanding removal of the automatic transmission include tasks for clutch, band or bearing. You need to depower fire suppression systems before working on a vehicle to protect yourself from severe injuries. Transfer the vehicle to NEUTRAL gear while it rests on a hoist before draining transmission fluid through removal of the pan bolts until it drains completely then unbolt the bolts. The process involves first removing the transmission fluid pan together with its gasket after which the transmission fluid filter and seal can be pulled down to extract them. Check and clean the transmission fluid pan together with the gasket and magnet for inspection. Before installing the new filter maintain careful control of a small screwdriver to detach the main control bore's remaining seal at the same time preventing bore damage. Replacement of the filter and seal should be made using new components for a contamination failure but the filter can be reinstalled with the seal if contamination does not exceed safe limits. Begin by putting the pan magnet inside the fluid pan while reusing the transmission fluid pan gasket provided it passes inspection and cleaning. Secure the transmission fluid pan along with the gasket before torquing pan bolts to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). The vehicle needs fire suppression system repowering before following necessary safety procedures. Higher transmission performance requires the addition of 4.7L (5 qt) clean automatic transmission fluid until fluid level indicators show the proper amount.