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Automatic Transmission: Removal

  1. Disconnect exhaust system and remove support brackets. Disconnect accelerator cable from transmission and disconnect bracket. Drain transmission oil. Remove filler tube and plug opening.
  2. Disconnect oil cooler lines from transmission. Label and disconnect all wiring attached to transmission. Remove cover plate from transmission. If equipped, mark installed positions of speed and reference mark sensors, then remove.
  3. Remove 4 bolts securing torque converter to drive plate. Disconnect shift rod from lever. Disconnect propeller shaft coupling at rear of transmission.
  4. Remove heat shield, then remove center support bearing bracket. Lower propeller shaft at center support bearing and pull propeller shaft from transmission. Disconnect speedometer cable. Support transmission.
  5. Remove crossmember, then lower transmission to rest on front axle carrier. Place transmission jack under transmission. Separate and remove transmission and torque converter from engine.