Common questions

How to adjust throttle cable on Ford AOD transmission?

How to adjust throttle cable on Ford AOD transmission?

Have someone floorboard the accelerator pedal from inside the vehicle. While the pedal is floored, push on the throttle body arm to make sure it’s bottomed against its stop (wide open). (Adjust throttle cable, if necessary). 3. While the throttle is floorboarded, lock the tab on TV adjuster. 4.

How to install and adjust Ford AOD TV cable?

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What should spacing be for Ford AOD transmission?

The T86L-70332-A gauge tool is 10 mm in thickness, which means the cable end and adjuster should be 10 mm (25/64 inch) apart. You can make this tool yourself using flat washers stacked to this thickness and achieve the correct spacing, which should yield 33-psi pressure. Then test-drive and pay close attention to shift quality and timing.

Why does AOD feel like it is shifting the cable?

It Just causes thumps, bumps and extra wear. Set the TV so that the shifts are smooth and not late. IMPORTANT: The AOD transmission may feel like it is shifting at the right time when the TV cable is actually way off! The transmission will work for a while and then FAIL!

Have someone floorboard the accelerator pedal from inside the vehicle. While the pedal is floored, push on the throttle body arm to make sure it’s bottomed against its stop (wide open). (Adjust throttle cable, if necessary). 3. While the throttle is floorboarded, lock the tab on TV adjuster. 4.

What kind of transmission do I need for Ford AOD?

You can copy and paste this link to share: https://www.diyford.com/ford-aod-transmission-installation-and-swapping-guide/ The most common transmission swap with older Fords is from a C4, C6, or FMX to an AOD or manual 5-speed.

How big is the flexplate on an AOD transmission?

The AOD takes a 164-tooth AOD-specific flexplate instead of the smaller 157-tooth pieces common to the C4 and early Ford manual transmissions. Because the AOD is longer, the crossmember must position the mount farther to the rear of the vehicle to support the transmission.

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