Remove the automatic transmission (AISIN GA8G45)

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.
Make sure that the vehicle does not lift off the mounting plates on the vehicle lift.

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist if the weight is distributed unevenly .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Ensure there is a specific weight compensation on the car.

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
For additional information see: RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE LIFT) .

CAUTION: Component with heavy weight .
Injury hazard!

Note component's center of gravity.
Support component using a jack.
Secure component against falling off the jack.

CAUTION: Materials harmful to health .
Contact with fluids harmful to health!

Note and follow safety instructions on containers.
Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.

Preliminary work

Refer to BRINGING FRONT COMPARTMENT LID IN THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE .
Refer to DISCONNECTING THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE OF THE SYSTEM BATTERY .
Refer to REMOVING THE UPPER FIREWALL COVER PANEL .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FOR INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to REMOVING INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to REMOVING THE SYSTEM BATTERY .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to DRAINING THE COOLANT FROM THE COOLANT CIRCUIT .
Refer to CONNECTING COOLANT LINE .
Refer to INSTALLING FAN COWL WITH ELECTRIC FAN .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to ATTACHING THE LEFT AND RIGHT COOLANT RADIATOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to RELEASING THE LEFT AND RIGHT ANTI-ROLL BAR FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK .
Refer to WITH RIGHT INSTALLATION: DETACHING THE CABLE FOR THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR .
Refer to DISCONNECTING PLUG CONNECTIONS FROM STEERING GEAR .
Refer to DETACHING STEERING SHAFT AT BOTTOM FROM STEERING GEAR .
Refer to DISCONNECTING PURGE AIR LINE .
Refer to DETACHING RUBBER MOUNT FROM FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to RELEASING ATTACHMENTS FROM THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to DETACHING AND REMOVING FRONT AXLE COMPLETELY .
Refer to REMOVING STARTER MOTOR .
Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT .
Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT .
Refer to REMOVING EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT HEAT SHIELD .
Refer to REMOVING HEAT SHIELD AT REAR .
Refer to REMOVING PROP SHAFT .
Refer to REMOVING THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT WITH THE SUPPORT TUBE .
Refer to REMOVING HOLDER WITH RUBBER MOUNT .
Refer to REMOVING TRANSFER BOX (VTG) .

CAUTION: Materials harmful to health .
Contact with fluids harmful to health!

Note and follow safety instructions on containers.
Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the engine block .
Serious damage to the engine block and transmission due to damaged and corroded screws .

It is imperative that protruding threads of the transmission bolts are checked for corrosion and damage prior to removal.
It is imperative that all rust is removed from corroded threads and that they are cleaned prior to removal.
Replace rusted and damaged bolts.

Remove the integrated power supply module (PDM)

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge .
Damage to or destruction of electrical components .

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to wires when disconnecting connectors and plug connections .
Sheared wires can cause a short circuit .

Do not pull on wires when disconnecting connectors and plug connections.

Unlock and disconnect the plug connection (1).

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Unlock locking mechanisms (1) and (2).
Slide out and remove the integrated power supply module (3) in the direction of the arrow.

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Remove battery carrier
Detach cable clip (1) from battery carrier (5).

Detach coolant line (2) from battery carrier (5).
Loosen screws (3).
Loosen screw (4).
Feed out battery carrier (5) and remove.

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Loosen screw (1).
Detach the ground strap (2) from the transmission and set it aside.

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release the clamps (2) with the wiring harness (3) from the transmission and set aside.

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Loosen screw (1).
Disconnect transmission oil lines (2) from transmission.
Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.

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Loosen screws (1).

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Turn the engine using the special tool 0 493 380 (11 6 480) on the vibration damper in the direction of rotation.
Unscrew the nut (1) of the torque converter.
Crank engine further and release remaining 5 nuts.

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Support the transmission using special tools 0 490 133 (00 2 030) and 0 495 827 (23 4 150) .
Secure the transmission with the tensioning strap (3).

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Unscrew the bolts (arrows) and remove the transmission.

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