Removal Procedure
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- Remove the transmission oil level indicator.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Support the transmission using a suitable jack.
- Remove the transmission crossmember. Refer to Transmission Support Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
- Loosen the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.2L Engine) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (5.3L Engine)
- Lower the transmission slightly.
- Remove the indicator tube nut.
- Remove the oil level indicator tube.
- Remove the seal from the transmission, if necessary.