Transmission - 4x2

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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Remove the upper gearshift lever, the outer gearshift lever boot and the console as an assembly. For additional information, refer to SHIFT LEVER AND BOOT .
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
If transmission disassembly is required, remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
- Install the drain plug after draining all the fluid.
  
  Fig 2: Removing/Installing Drain Plug
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NOTE: To maintain initial driveshaft balance, index-mark the driveshaft yoke to the axle flange, so they can be installed in their original positions.

Remove the rear driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVESHAFT .
Disconnect the wire harness from the crossmember.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Wire Harness From Crossmember
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CAUTION: Do not allow the transmission to hang freely.

Position a suitable jack under the transmission. Secure the transmission to the jack with a safety strap.
Remove the six crossmember bolts.

Fig 4: Removing Crossmember Bolts
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Remove the transmission mount nuts and the crossmember.

Fig 5: Removing Transmission Mount Nuts
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Remove the heated oxygen senor (HO2S) bracket nut and the bracket from the extension housing.

Fig 6: Removing HO2S Bracket Nut And Bracket
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Remove the transmission mount bolts and the transmission mount.

Fig 7: Removing Transmission Mount
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For 3.0L and 4.0L engines, remove the catalytic converter Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) electrical connector and the reverse lamp switch electrical connector. Then unclip the wiring harness from the transmission.

Fig 8: Disconnecting VSS Electrical Connector
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Fig 9: Disconnecting Reverse Lamp Switch Electrical Connector
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CAUTION: Do not allow the starter to hang freely.

Fig 10: Removing Starter Motor Bolts (1 Of 2)

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Fig 11: Removing Starter Motor Bolts (2 Of 2)

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Remove the starter motor. Using mechanics wire, position the starter aside.
Using the special tool, disconnect the clutch hydraulic line.

Fig 12: Disconnecting Clutch Hydraulic Line
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Using a suitable jack, support the engine.

Fig 13: Supporting Engine (1 Of 2)
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Fig 14: Supporting Engine (2 Of 2)
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NOTE: Lower the transmission enough to gain access to the upper transmission-to-engine bolts.

Fig 15: Removing Transmission-To-Engine Bolts

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Remove the nine transmission-to-engine bolts.
Pull the transmission rearward until the input shaft is clear of the pressure plate, then lower the transmission from the vehicle.