Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission fluid filter (4). Refer to Automatic Transmission Fluid, Fluid Pan and/or Filter Replacement (Rear Wheel Drive) and Automatic Transmission Fluid, Fluid Pan and/or Filter Replacement (All Wheel Drive)

Fig 1: Transmission Fluid Filter
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Remove the auxiliary fluid accumulator. Refer to Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Replacement
Remove the transmission fluid baffle (2). Refer to Transmission Fluid Baffle Replacement

Fig 2: Transmission Fluid Baffle
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Remove the transmission control wiring harness. Refer to Transmission Control Wiring Harness Replacement (M5N)
Remove the manual shaft detent lever spring retaining bolt (1) and the manual shaft detent lever spring (2).

Fig 3: Manual Shaft Detent Lever Spring
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Disconnect the manual valve (1) from the manual shift shaft position switch assembly linkage (2).

Fig 4: Manual Valve
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Remove the transmission fluid pump driven sprocket (1). Refer to transmission fluid baffle and driven sprocket in Control Valve Assembly and Transmission Wiring Harness Removal .

Fig 5: Retainer
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Using DT-48285 Valve Body Torx Plus Socket remove the valve body bolts (1, 2) and the vale body assembly (3) from the transmission.

Fig 6: Valve Body Torx Plus Bolts
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