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3.5L Removal

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NOTE: If the transmission is being reconditioned (clutch/seal replacement) or replaced, it is necessary to perform the TCM Adaptation Procedure using the scan tool. Refer to Electrical - Electronic Control Modules/Electronic Control Modules/MODULE, Transmission Control - Standard Procedure .
Fig 1: Identifying Propeller Shaft
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1 - PROPELLER SHAFT
2 - BOLTS
3 - PROPELLER SHAFT COUPLER
4 - COMPANION FLANGE
5 - PROPELLER SHAFT PILOT
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Remove the exhaust system.
  4. For AWD vehicles, remove the transfer case. Refer to Transmission and Transfer Case/Transfer Case - Removal .
  5. For RWD vehicles:
    1. Mark propeller shaft (1) and the transmission flange (4) for assembly alignment.
    2. Remove the bolts (2) holding the rear propeller shaft coupler (3) to the transmission flange (4).
    3. Slide the propeller shaft (1) rearward until the coupler clears the propeller shaft pilot (5) on the transmission output shaft.
    Fig 2: Starter & Fasteners
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    1 - STARTER
    2 -BOLTS
    NOTE: The starters are located on the right side of the transmission for RWD vehicles and they are on the left side for AWD vehicles.
  6. Remove the bolts (2) holding the starter motor (1) to the transmission. Refer to Electrical - Engine Systems/Starting/STARTER - Removal .
  7. Remove the starter (1) from the transmission starter pocket and safely relocate.
    Fig 3: Identifying Torque Converter Access Cover & Fastener
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    1 - ACCESS COVER
    2 - BOLT
  8. Remove the bolt (2) holding the torque converter access cover (1) to the transmission.
  9. Remove the torque converter access cover (1) from the transmission.
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Torque Converter Bolts
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    1 - TORQUE CONVERTER BOLTS
  10. Remove any splash shields necessary to gain access to the crankshaft damper bolts.
  11. For gas engines, rotate crankshaft in clockwise direction until converter bolts (1) are accessible. Then remove bolts (1) one at a time. Rotate crankshaft with socket wrench on dampener bolt.
    Fig 5: Torque Converter Flex Plate Bolts & Transmission Fluid Lines
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    1 - TORQUE CONVERTER BOLTS
    2 - TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES
  12. For diesel engines, rotate crankshaft in clockwise direction until converter bolts (1) are accessible. Then remove bolts (1) one at a time. Rotate crankshaft with socket wrench on dampener bolt.
    Fig 6: Identifying Gearshift Cable, Eyelet & Manual Shift Lever
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  13. Remove the gearshift cable retaining clip (4) (if equipped).
  14. Disconnect the gearshift cable (1) from the shift lever (3), and remove cable from bracket (2).
    Fig 7: Removing/Installing Wiring Connector Plug
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    1 - PLUG CONNECTOR
    2 - ADAPTER PLUG
  15. Disconnect 13-pin plug connector (1). Turn bayonet lock of the adapter plug (2) anti-clockwise.
  16. Remove the 13-pin connector (1) from the transmission.
  17. Remove the fill tube bolt at the transmission case.
    Fig 8: Transmission Fluid Cooler Lines
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    1 - TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES
    2 - COOLER LINE FITTINGS
    3 - SUPPORT CLAMPS
  18. Disconnect transmission fluid cooler lines (1) at transmission fittings (2) and clips (3).
  19. Disconnect the transmission vent hose from the transmission.
    Fig 9: Removing/Installing Trans Mount Bolts
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  20. Raise transmission slightly with service jack to relieve load on crossmember and supports.
  21. Remove bolts (2) securing rear support and cushion (3) to transmission crossmember (1).
  22. Remove bolts attaching crossmember (1) to frame and remove crossmember.
    Fig 10: Removing/Installing Transmission To Oil Pan Bolts
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    1 - BOLTS
    2 - ENGINE OIL PAN
    3 - TRANSMISSION
  23. Remove the bolts (1) holding the engine oil pan (2) to the transmission (3), gas engines.
    Fig 11: Identifying Transmission, Engine & Fasteners
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  24. Remove all remaining torque converter housing bolts (2) securing the transmission (3) to the engine block (1).
  25. While removing the fill tube from the transmission case, carefully work transmission and torque converter assembly rearward off engine block dowels.
  26. Hold torque converter in place during transmission removal.
  27. Lower transmission and remove assembly from under the vehicle.
  28. To remove torque converter, carefully slide torque converter out of the transmission.
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