Automatic Transmission: Removal
- Disconnect exhaust system and remove support brackets. Disconnect accelerator cable from transmission and disconnect bracket. Drain transmission oil. Remove filler tube and plug opening.
- Disconnect oil cooler lines from transmission. Label and disconnect all wiring attached to transmission. Remove cover plate from transmission. Mark installed positions of speed and reference mark sensors, then remove.
- Remove 4 bolts securing torque converter to drive plate. Disconnect shift rod from lever. Disconnect drive shaft coupling at rear of transmission.
- Remove heat shield, then remove center support bearing bracket. Lower drive shaft at center support bearing and pull drive shaft from transmission. Support transmission.
- 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.