Valve Body: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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The valve body can be removed for service without having to remove the transmission assembly. The valve body can be disassembled for cleaning and inspection of the individual components.

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1 - PRIMARY OIL FILTER

2 - COOLER RETURN FILTER

3 - COOLER RETURN FILTER BYPASS VALVE

4 - VALVE BODY

Shift transmission into PARK.
Raise vehicle.
Disconnect wires at the solenoid and pressure switch assembly 23 pin electrical connector.
Position drain pan under transmission oil pan.
Remove transmission oil pan.
Remove the primary oil filter (1) from valve body.

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Remove bolts (1) attaching valve body to transmission case.
Lower the valve body and work the electrical connector out of transmission case.
Separate the valve body from the transmission.