2-3 Shift Solenoid Valve: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the case side cover. See CASE SIDE COVER . Disconnect the transaxle wiring harness. Using a small screwdriver or pick, remove the 2-3 shift solenoid valve retainer (314C) from the control valve body (301). See Fig 1 . Remove the 2-3 shift solenoid valve (315B) from the control valve body (301).

Fig 1: Exploded View Of 2-3 Shift Solenoid Valve Components

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