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Removal (Explorer)

  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Place gear selector in NEUTRAL position. Raise and support vehicle. Drain transmission fluid. On 4WD models, remove transfer case. See appropriate procedure under TRANSFER CASE-BORG-WARNER 1354 & 4405 article.
  2. Mark rear drive shaft yoke and companion flange for reassembly reference. Disconnect drive shaft from companion flange. Slide drive shaft to rear to separate from transmission. Install plug into extension housing to prevent leaks.
  3. Remove flexplate inspection cover. Remove torque converter nuts. Disconnect shift cable from transmission. Disconnect oil cooler lines at transmission and plug all openings. Disconnect necessary electrical connections.
  4. Support transmission with transmission jack. Remove crossmember. Remove transmission mount. Remove 3-way catalytic converters. Remove transmission-to-engine bolts. Remove transmission filler tube. Remove transmission from vehicle.
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