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Part 1
2012 Ford Fiesta L4-1.6LSECTION Part 1
Transaxle
Transmission Exploded View
Disassembly
1. NOTE: Take note of the transmission wiring harness clip locations for installation.
Remove the transmission wiring harness.
2. Remove the 4 Transmission Control Module (TCM) bolts.
3. Using a flat blade screwdriver, carefully pry the TCM (Transmission Control Module) from the transmission, at the location shown, and remove the TCM (Transmission Control Module), discard the O-rings.
4. Remove the 2 Transmission Range (TR) sensor bolts and the TR (Transmission Range) sensor.
5. Remove the Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor bolt and OSS (Output Shaft Speed) sensor.
6. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 1.
1. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 1 bolt.
2. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 1.
3. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 1 shim.
7. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 2.
1. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 2 bolt.
2. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 2.
3. Remove the input shaft speed sensor 2 shim.
8. Install the special tools.
9. Stand the transmission on its back.
10. Remove the 4 clutch motor 1 bolts and remove clutch motor 1.
11. Remove the 4 clutch motor 2 bolts and remove clutch motor 2.
12. Remove and discard the clutch hub snap ring.
13. NOTE: Index mark the clutch hub and clutch for installation.
Remove the clutch hub.
14. Install the special tools.
15. Using the special tools, turn the center bolt of the special tool with a maximum of 5 Nm (44 lb-in) of torque to push the clutch down to release the pressure from the hollow input shaft snap ring.
16. Remove and discard the hollow input shaft snap ring.
17. NOTE: Make sure the lifting legs are installed on the 3 clutch studs marked with the manufacturing mark as shown.
NOTE: Make sure the lifting leg with the angle is in the location shown.
Install the special tools.
18. Install the special tools.
19. Turn the center bolt of the special tool with approximately 5 Nm (44 lb-in) of torque until the clutch is free of the input shaft.
20. Using the special tools, remove the clutch as an assembly from the transmission.
21. Using the special tool, remove and discard the inner input shaft seal.
22. Remove the Z-washers from the engagement system bearing unit.
23. NOTE: The engagement system bearing unit should be removed easily.
Remove the engagement system bearing unit. Inspect for wear or damage. Replace as necessary.
24. NOTICE: Remove the spring retainer bolts by loosening them slightly in an alternating pattern or damage can occur to the clutch actuator levers.
NOTE: The spring retainers and actuator levers are matched sets with corresponding serial numbers. If the spring retainers and actuator levers are being reused, mark on each spring retainer and actuator lever for assembly.
Remove the 4 spring retainer bolts from the spring retainers and remove the spring retainers.
25. Install clutch actuator lever locks as shown if available.
26. Remove the 2 bolts from the clutch actuator lever 1.
27. Remove the 2 bolts from the clutch actuator lever 2.
28. NOTICE: Be sure to properly handle the actuator lever as shown or damage may occur.
Remove the clutch actuator lever 1.
29. NOTICE: Be sure to properly handle the actuator lever as shown or damage may occur.
Remove the clutch actuator lever 2.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.