Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustrations and tables. See Fig 1-Fig 5 .
   Fig 1: Identifying Dissembling View Of Transmission Components (1 Of 5)

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   Fig 2: Identifying Dissembling View Of Transmission Components (2 Of 5)

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   Fig 3: Identifying Dissembling View Of Transmission Components (3 Of 5)

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   Fig 4: Identifying Dissembling View Of Transmission Components (4 Of 5)

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   Fig 5: Identifying Dissembling View Of Transmission Components (5 Of 5)

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Item 1: Torque Converter Disassembly Note 

WARNING: The torque converter is heavy, especially when full of fluid.
NOTE: If not installing a new torque converter, leave the adapter plate screwed to the torque converter.
Fig 6: Removing Torque Converter And Adapter Plate
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1. Using the special tools, remove the torque converter and adapter plate as an assembly.
NOTE: Make an identifying mark on the nut, stud and adapter plate to allow for correct installation.
Fig 7: Removing Torque Converter Adapter Plate
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2. If the vehicle is equipped, and installation of a new or remanufactured torque converter is necessary, remove the torque converter adapter plate.
3. If the adapter plate has been removed, use the special tools to remove the torque converter.
   Fig 8: Removing Torque Converter

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Item 2: Transmission Disassembly Note 

1. Using the special tool, install the transmission into the bench with the torque converter housing facing up.
   Fig 9: Installing Transmission Into Bench With Torque Converter Housing Facing Up

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Item 9: Output Shaft Flange Disassembly Note 

1. Using the special tool, remove the output shaft flange.
   Fig 10: Removing Output Shaft Flange

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Item 10: Output Shaft Seal Disassembly Note 

1. Using the special tools, remove the extension housing seal.
   Fig 11: Removing Extension Housing Seal

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Item 12: Extension Housing Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: The parking pawl, parking pawl return spring and parking pawl shaft could fall out during removal of the extension housing.
Fig 12: Removing Extension Housing
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1. Remove the extension housing.

Item 25: Reverse Servo Piston Disassembly Note 

WARNING: The upper and lower servo covers are under spring tension. Use care when removing the piston and cover assembly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Fig 13: Removing Reverse Servo Piston
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1. Item 28: Solenoid Body Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Do not damage solenoid body connector pins.
Fig 14: Removing Solenoid Body Assembly
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1. Remove the solenoid body assembly by lifting on the body and pushing the connector from the other side of the case.

Item 33: Front Pump Fluid Seal Disassembly Note 

1. Using the special tools, remove the converter hub seal.
   Fig 15: Removing Converter Hub Seal

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Items 34 and 35: Band Adjusting Locknut and Screw Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Failure to loosen the OD band adjusting screw prior to pump removal may cause damage to the pump and OD band.
CAUTION: Throw the locknuts away. The locknuts are not reusable for assembly.
Fig 16: Loosening OD Band Adjusting Screw
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1. Remove the locknuts, and loosen the OD band adjusting screw.

Item 36: Band Anchor Strut Disassembly Note 

1. Remove and tag part for assembly.
   Fig 17: Removing Tag Part

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Item 37: Front Pump Screws Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: The screws are not reusable for assembly. Discard the screws. If the screws are reused, the housing may become separated from the transmission.
Fig 18: Removing Front Pump Screws
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1. Remove and discard the screws.

Item 38: Front Pump Disassembly Note 

1. Install the special tool.
   Fig 19: Installing Special Tools

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2. Using the special tools, remove the pump.
   Fig 20: Removing Pump

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Item 40: Intermediate Servo Retaining Ring Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Servo cover is under spring tension.
Fig 21: Removing Intermediate Servo Cover Retaining Ring
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1. Using the special tool, remove the intermediate servo cover retaining ring.

Item 45: Overdrive Servo Cover Retaining Ring Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Servo cover is under spring tension.
Fig 22: Removing Overdrive Servo Cover Retaining Ring And Cover
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1. Using the special tool, remove the overdrive servo cover retaining ring and cover.

Item 51: Band Strut Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Tag and identify parts for reassembly.
Fig 23: Compressing Overdrive Band And Removing Apply Strut
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1. Compress the overdrive band and remove the apply strut.

Item 52: Intermediate Overdrive Band Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Identify the anchor and apply ends of the overdrive band.
NOTE: The overdrive band is new, and dark in color. This is a normal condition of the band. Hairline cracks in the band are also considered normal. Do not install a new band based solely on the color.
Fig 24: Removing Overdrive Band
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1. Remove and inspect the overdrive band. Check the following conditions for installing a new band:
   • Inspect for glazing.
   • Inspect for missing friction material.
   • Inspect for material flaking.
   • Inspect for damage to the anchor pins.

Item 54: Overdrive Planetary Gear Carrier Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Do not bend the trigger wheel.
NOTE: The No. 12 thrust bearing is in this assembly.
Fig 25: Removing Planetary Gear Overdrive Carrier
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1. Remove the planetary gear overdrive carrier.

Item 57: Center Shaft and Forward Clutch Cylinder Bearing Assembly No. 3 Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Tag and identify the center shaft thrust bearing No. 3 for reassembly.
Fig 26: Removing No 3 Center Shaft Thrust Bearing
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1. Remove the No. 3 center shaft thrust bearing.

Item 58: Center Support Bolt Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: The center support locknut could fall into the remaining assembly if not removed.
Fig 27: Removing Bolt
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1. Remove the bolt.

Item 61: Center Support Assembly Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: The center support locknut could fall into the remaining assembly if not removed.
Fig 28: Removing Screw
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1. Remove the screw.

Item 61: Center Support Assembly Inspection Note 

1. Inspect the center support assembly for wear or damage.
   1. Inspect the thrust surfaces for wear, scoring or damage.
   2. Inspect the center support sealing surface.
   3. Inspect the fluid passage for blockage or damage.
   Fig 29: Inspecting Center Support Assembly For Wear Or Damage

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2. Inspect the seal rings for damage.
   Fig 30: Inspecting Seal Rings For Damage

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3. Inspect the bearing for missing rollers or damage.
   Fig 31: Inspecting Bearing For Missing Rollers Or Damage

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4. Inspect the direct clutch feed hole for blockage or damage.
   1. Rotate center support bearing to locate the direct clutch feed hole.
   2. Inspect the direct clutch feed hole for blockage or damage.
   Fig 32: Inspecting Direct Clutch Feed Hole For Blockage Or Damage

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Item 62: Intermediate Clutch Drum Bearing (Select Fit) No. 4 Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Tag and identify the No. 4 intermediate clutch drum thrust bearing.
Fig 33: Removing No 4 Intermediate Brake Drum Thrust Bearing
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1. Remove the No. 4 intermediate brake drum thrust bearing.

Item 63: Band Anchor Strut Disassembly Note 

1. Remove, tag, and identify the band anchor strut.
   Fig 34: Removing Tag And Identify Band Anchor Strut

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Item 64: Intermediate Band Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Identify the anchor and apply ends of the intermediate band.
NOTE: The intermediate band is new, and dark in color. This is a normal condition of the band. Hairline cracks in the band are also considered normal. Do not install a new band based solely on the color.
Fig 35: Removing Intermediate Band
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1. Remove and inspect the intermediate band. Check the following conditions when installing a new band:
   • Inspect for glazing.
   • Inspect for missing friction material.
   • Inspect for material flaking.
   • Inspect for damage to the anchor pins.

Item 65: Band Apply Strut Disassembly Note 

1. Remove, tag, and identify the band apply strut.
   Fig 36: Removing Tag And Identify Band Apply Strut

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Item 67: Intermediate Brake Drum Assembly Disassembly Note 

NOTE: The No. 5 forward clutch cylinder thrust bearing may come out with the intermediate brake and direct clutch drum.
Fig 37: Removing Direct Clutch Drum
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1. Remove the direct clutch drum.

Item 68: Center Shaft and Forward Clutch Cylinder Bearing Assembly No. 5 Disassembly Note 

1. Remove the No. 5 forward clutch cylinder thrust bearing, tag and identify.
   Fig 38: Removing No 5 Forward Clutch Cylinder Thrust Bearing, Tag And Identify

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Item 69: Forward Clutch Cylinder Assembly Disassembly Note 

NOTE: The No. 6A thrust bearing may come out with the cylinder. Tag and identify for reassembly.
Fig 39: Removing Forward Clutch Cylinder
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1. Remove the forward clutch cylinder.

Item 70: Forward Ring Gear Hub Thrust Bearing No. 6A Disassembly Note 

NOTE: The No. 6A forward ring gear hub thrust bearing may have come out with the forward clutch cylinder.
Fig 40: Removing No 6A Forward Ring Gear Hub Thrust Bearing
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1. Remove the No. 6A forward ring gear hub thrust bearing.

Items 71 and 72: Forward Ring Gear and Hub Assembly and Forward Clutch Hub Thrust Washer No. 6B Disassembly Note 

NOTE: The No. 7 forward planet thrust bearing may come out with the forward ring gear and hub assembly.
Fig 41: Removing Forward Ring Gear And Hub
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1. Remove the forward ring gear and hub as an assembly.
2. Remove the No. 6B forward clutch thrust washer from the forward ring gear hub.
   Fig 42: Removing No 6B Forward Clutch Thrust Washer From The Forward Ring Gear Hub

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Item 73: Forward Planetary Thrust Bearing Assembly No. 7 Disassembly Note 

NOTE: The No. 7 forward planet thrust bearing may come out with the forward ring gear and hub assembly.
Fig 43: Removing No 7 Forward Planet Thrust Bearing
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1. Remove the No. 7 forward planet thrust bearing.

Item 74: Forward Planet Assembly Disassembly Note 

1. Remove the forward planetary assembly.
   Fig 44: Removing Forward Planetary Assembly

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Item 77: Center Shaft and Forward Clutch Cylinder Bearing Assembly No. 8 Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Tag and identify the No. 8 low/reverse planetary carrier thrust bearing.
Fig 45: Removing Thrust Bearing (1 Of 2)
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1. Remove the thrust bearing.

Item 80: Center Shaft and Forward Clutch Cylinder Bearing Assembly No. 9 Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Tag and identify the No. 9 low/reverse planetary carrier thrust bearing.
Fig 46: Removing Thrust Bearing (2 Of 2)
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1. Remove the thrust bearing.

Item 81: Output Shaft Sleeve Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Use slots located around the outside of the sleeve.
Fig 47: Removing Output Shaft Sleeve
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1. Using a small pick, remove the output shaft sleeve.

Item 82: Output Shaft Retaining Ring Disassembly Note 

WARNING: The output shaft may fall out after removing the snap ring. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Discard the output shaft retaining ring. A new retaining ring must be used for assembly.
Fig 48: Removing Output Shaft Retaining Ring
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1. While holding the output shaft, remove and discard the output shaft retaining ring.

Item 85: Reverse Band Actuating Lever Shaft Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Do not pry on the outer edge of the case. Damage to the gasket sealing surface could occur.
NOTE: It may be necessary to grind flat spots on the edges of the reverse band actuating lever shaft in order to remove it.
Fig 49: Removing Reverse Band Actuating Lever Shaft
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1. Using a pair of vice grips, hold the flat spots on the reverse band actuating lever shaft, wiggle it back and forth and remove the reverse band actuating lever shaft.

Item 87: Reverse Brake Drum and Clutch Assembly Disassembly Note 

NOTE: The inner race of the rear one-way clutch is not removable. It is repaired in the case.
Fig 50: Removing Low/Reverse Brake Drum And One-Way Clutch Assembly
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1. Remove the low/reverse brake drum and one-way clutch assembly by rotating it clockwise.

Item 87: Reverse Brake Drum and Clutch Assembly Inspection Note 

NOTE: The reverse one-way clutch is part of the reverse brake drum assembly. Install a new reverse brake drum as an assembly only.
Fig 51: Inspecting Reverse Brake Drum Rollers
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1. Inspect the reverse brake drum assembly and install a new reverse brake drum assembly if damaged.
   1. Inspect the reverse brake drum sprags.
   2. Inspect the reverse brake drum rollers.
   3. Inspect the reverse brake drum.

Item 90: Output Shaft Thrust Washer Disassembly Note 

NOTE: Tag and identify the No. 11 output shaft thrust washer.
Fig 52: Removing Output Shaft Thrust Washer
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1. Remove the output shaft thrust washer.

Item 91: Manual Control Lever Inner Nut Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: To avoid damage, make sure the wrench does not strike the manual valve inner lever pin.
Fig 53: Removing Nut
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1. Remove the nut.

Item 95: Manual Control Lever Shaft Seal Disassembly Note 

CAUTION: Do not damage the bore.
Fig 54: Removing Manual Control Lever Seal
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1. Remove the manual control lever seal.