Removing And Installing/Replacing Shift Unit (A5S 325Z)
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After completing work, top up ATF level. Check/top up fluid level in automatic transmission. See CHECKING/TOPPING UP FLUID LEVEL IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (A5S 325Z)
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Remove and install transmission sump. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/SEALING OR REPLACING TRANSMISSION OIL SUMP (A5S 325Z) .
Remove and install/replace transmission fluid screen. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRANSMISSION OIL SCREEN (A5S 325Z) .
Remove retaining clip with screwdriver (2). See Fig 1 . Insert transmission plug (1) in transmission. Upon installation: to facilitate assembly, coat O-ring with Vaseline. See Fig 2 .
Release screws (1). See Fig 3 . Remove pulse generator (2). Pull off connector (3).
Unfasten screws. See Fig 4 . Take off valve body. Upon installation, tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Installation: coat O-rings (1) with automatic transmission fluid. See Fig 5 .
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Journal (1) of detent disk must be located in groove (2) of slide valve. See Fig 6
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