Fluid Pump and Torque Converter Housing Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the 17 bolts (1) and the torque converter housing (2) from the transaxle case.

Fig 1: Locating Torque Converter Housing Bolts
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Remove the 6 bolts from the transaxle case (2).

Fig 2: View Of Transaxle Case
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Remove the fluid pump assembly (1) from the transaxle case.

Fig 3: Removing Fluid Pump Assembly
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Remove the differential assembly (1) from the transaxle case.

Fig 4: Removing Differential Assembly
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Remove the differential lubrication seal (2) from the transaxle case (1).

Fig 5: Removing Differential Lubrication Seal
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