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Valve Body: Removal

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NOTE: If valve body is being reconditioned or replaced, it is necessary to perform the Quick Learn Procedure.Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE--DRIVE LEARN .
  1. Disconnect the TRS and solenoid wiring connectors.
  2. Disconnect the shift cable from the shift lever (at the transmission).
  3. Move the manual shift lever clockwise as far as it will go. This should be one position past the L position. Then remove the manual shift lever.
    NOTE: One of the oil pan bolts has a sealing patch applied from the factory. Separate this bolts for reuse.
  4. Remove transmission pan bolts ( Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Removing Transmission Oil Pan Bolts
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  5. Remove transmission oil pan ( Fig 2).
    Fig 2: Removing Transmission Oil Pan
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  6. Remove oil filter from valve body ( Fig 3). It is held in place by two screws.
    Fig 3: Removing Transmission Filter
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  7. Remove valve body bolts-to-case ( Fig 4).
    Fig 4: Removing Valve Body Bolts
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  8. Carefully remove valve body assembly from transmission ( Fig 5).
    Fig 5: Removing Valve Body From Transmission
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CAUTION: The overdrive and underdrive accumulators and springs may fall out when removing the valve body.
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