"S" & "T" Series: Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air cleaner and disconnect T.V. cable at throttle body. Raise and support vehicle. Drain transmission fluid.
- Mark drive shaft(s) for reassembly reference and remove shaft(s). Disconnect speedometer cable, shift linkage and all electrical leads from transmission. On 4WD models, remove brake line from crossmember clips.
- Remove transmission support bracket bolts. Disconnect catalytic converter support bracket. Support transmission and transfer case (if equipped). Remove crossmember. Lower transmission enough to provide clearance to reach other components.CAUTION: When lowering transmission to gain clearance for additional component removal, use care not to stretch or damage transmission lines, cables or wires.
- Remove dipstick tube and seal. Remove oil cooler lines and T.V. cable. Cap all disconnected lines and openings. Disconnect transfer case shifter and move out of the way. Remove vibration damper and support brackets (if equipped).
- Remove torque convert cover and mark flywheel-to-torque converter position for reassembly reference. Remove flywheel-to-torque converter bolts. Support engine with jack and remove transmission-to-engine bolts. Slide transmission straight back from engine and install Torque Converter Holding Strap (J-21366) to prevent converter damage during removal. Remove transmission.