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Ford Contour FIT408
FIT408 is a two part fitting that requires an O-ring seal to
the transmission line.
CAUTION: These fittings are a matched set and must be
kept together in the small plastic box marked FIT408.
Instructions
1. Remove the transmission cooling line from the
radiator.
2. Attach the female portion of FIT408 to the
transmission cooling line.
3. Attach the male portion of FIT408 to the radiator
(see Figure 58).
Ford Escort FIT401
CAUTION: These fittings are a matched set and must be kept
together in the small plastic box marked FIT401.
Instructions
1. Remove the vehicle bolt, fitting and crush washers from
the radiator.
2. Install the T-TECH female half to the stock bolt and
washers.
3. Install the T-TECH male half into the radiator using the
white nylon gasket (supplied) (see Figure 59).
4. After T-TECH service is complete, remove the fittings and
store in FIT401, reinstall factory parts and start the engine.
Check for leaks and fluid quantity.
Ford Explorer
Many 2001 to 2006 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models have an internal thermostat that controls the
flow of the fluid to the cooler. This thermostat solenoid remains closed until the vehicle reaches proper operating
temperature (140°F). There is no bypass or pressure relief mechanism in this solenoid that can be forced open. This
situation will result in low or no flow of transmission fluid to and though the T-TECH, causing delays in service
times.
The following procedure is recommended to improve service times on the above vehicles:
1. Connect the T-TECH to the vehicle (varies by model).
2. Start the vehicle, set the parking brake and with foot on brake, place in neutral increasing engine speed to
1600 RPM.
3. When the transmission fluid reaches 140°, the solenoid will open and the fluid will start to flow through the
cooler lines and to the cooler.
4. Continue to keep a foot on the brake, maintain the engine at 1600 RPM and the vehicle in neutral to
maintain optimum transmission fluid temperature and flow.
5. If no fluid flow occurs, use a non-contact thermometer and check the temperature of the transmission pan.
If not at 140° raise the engine speed to 1900 RPM to increase the transmission temperature.
6. If the fluid temperature is at or above 140° and fluid does not flow, stop the process. In some cases, the
thermostat or solenoid valve may be defective (not allowing fluid flow) and need servicing. Inspect the
transmission fluid condition and if the fluid is extremely burnt it may indicate a defective thermostat or
solenoid. This must be remedied before a service can be performed.
7. To ensure correct fluid level, always check the fluid level prior to vehicle leaving the bay. Refer to Sealed
Transmission service guidelines below.
To Service
Adapter Hose
To Radiator
O-Ring
To Service
Adapter Hose
Transmission
Cooling Line
O-Ring
Figure 58. FIT408 Installation on Ford Contour
FIT401 White
Nylon Gasket
Stock Copper Gasket Stock Copper Gasket
Vehicle
Radiator
Receptacle
From FIT401
From FIT401
Stock Bolt
Figure 59. FIT401 Installation on Ford Escort