Torque Converter and Transmission Cooling System Cleaning

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1. When a new torque converter is installed the following actions must take place:
1. All cooler lines must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing.
2. All coolers (in-tank and auxiliary) must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing.
3. Perform transmission cooler flow test. If the transmission cooling system fails the flow test, new coolers or lines must be installed. If new cooler lines are to be installed refer to Oil Cooler, Transmission. If new coolers are to be installed, use only factory approved service parts and refer to Cooling System.
2. If a new torque converter is not being installed, do the following:
1. Partially fill the torque converter using MERCON(R) Multi-Purpose Transmission Fluid or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON. MERCON(R) automatic Transmission Fluid is being replaced by MERCON(R) V as a service fluid, as per TSB 06-14-4.
^ Hand agitate the converter and then thoroughly drain the fluid.
^ Refill with MERCON(R) Multi-Purpose Transmission Fluid or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON, and reinstall.
2. All cooler lines must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing using service manna procedures.
3. All coolers (in-tank and auxiliary) must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing.
4. Perform transmission cooler flow test. If the transmission cooling system fails the flow test, new coolers or lines must be installed. If new cooler lines are to be installed, refer to Oil Cooler, Transmission. If new coolers are to be installed, use only factory approved service parts and refer to Cooling System.