Case Side Cover Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire, 2004 Chevrolet Classic, and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Rotate the transmission so that the side cover faces upward.
- Remove the 11 side cover bolts (3) or studs (4) (model dependent).
- Remove the transmission side cover (1).
- Remove the two side cover gaskets (5 and 6) and the side cover to driven support thrust washer (7), if they did not remain with the side cover.
NOTE:
Pry on the corner of the case side cover near the locating dowel pins (45), to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.