How do you remove the transmission from a Lincoln Mark Vii?

Answer 1

Start by getting the car up off the ground. WAY up. Get the rear tires on top of some ramps, and the front needs to be a minimum of 24" from ground to bottom of the frame. The trans is @18" and you will need the additional space for the trans jack and just room in general. Remove the starter, torque converter inspection plate, 4 torque converter nuts, left side trans support, shift linkage, TV cable, speedometer connection, driveshaft, and loosen the trans support. The trans itself is connected to the engine block by 6 bolts, it takes multiple extensions and a good wobble (I taped mine), along with gobs of patience. Remove the lower4 bolts first, then place the trans jack under the pan. Jack until the tension is off the trans support. Remove support. Lower jack. The engine and trans will tilt slightly allowing somewhat easier access to the 2 remaining bolts. Here's where patience and about 3ft of extensions come in. Remove the bolts, jack the trans up slightly, slide trans toward the rear, the torque converter should come along for the ride. BTW, disconnect battery and drain trans fluid first. Plan on a long weekend.