2000 Lincoln Town Car Transmission Removal

Tools and Materials Needed

• 10mm socket
• 13mm socket
• 15mm socket
• 18mm socket
• 22mm socket
• Ratchet
• Extension
• Universal joint
• Floor jack
• Jack stands
• Transmission fluid drain pan
• New transmission filter
• Transmission fluid

Safety Precautions

• Park the car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
• Allow the engine to cool down before starting work.
• Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
• Wear safety glasses and gloves.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Drain the Transmission Fluid

1. Place the transmission fluid drain pan under the transmission.
2. Locate the transmission fluid drain plug and remove it using a 13mm socket.
3. Allow the transmission fluid to drain completely.
4. Reinstall the transmission fluid drain plug and tighten it to 25 ft-lbs.

2. Remove the Driveshafts

1. Support the driveshafts with a floor jack.
2. Remove the bolts that connect the driveshafts to the transmission and differential.
3. Carefully pull the driveshafts out of the transmission and differential.

3. Disconnect the Electrical Connectors

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the transmission.
2. These connectors are typically held in place by clips or bolts.

4. Remove the Transmission Mount

1. Locate the transmission mount and remove the bolts that hold it in place.
2. Use a floor jack to support the transmission while you remove the mount.

5. Remove the Transmission Pan

1. Place the transmission fluid drain pan under the transmission.
2. Remove the bolts that hold the transmission pan in place.
3. Carefully remove the transmission pan and allow any remaining transmission fluid to drain out.

6. Remove the Transmission Filter

1. Locate the transmission filter and remove the bolts that hold it in place.
2. Pull the transmission filter out of the transmission.
3. Install the new transmission filter and tighten the bolts to 10 ft-lbs.

7. Remove the Transmission

1. Use a transmission jack or a floor jack with a transmission adapter to support the transmission.
2. Remove the bolts that connect the transmission to the engine.
3. Carefully pull the transmission away from the engine.

8. Inspect the Transmission

1. Inspect the transmission for any damage or leaks.
2. If there is any damage or leaks, the transmission may need to be replaced.

9. Install the New Transmission

1. Carefully lift the new transmission into place.
2. Install the bolts that connect the transmission to the engine and tighten them to 65 ft-lbs.

10. Install the Transmission Pan

1. Install the transmission pan and tighten the bolts to 10 ft-lbs.

11. Install the Transmission Mount

1. Install the transmission mount and tighten the bolts to 30 ft-lbs.

12. Connect the Electrical Connectors

1. Connect the electrical connectors to the transmission.

13. Install the Drives