Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket (LF4)

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Remove the catalytic converter brace bracket. Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Replacement (LF4)Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Replacement (LGX)
Disconnect the shift control assembly from the transmission. Shift Control Assembly Replacement (MG9)

Fig 2: Transmission Clutch Housing Fasteners

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Remove the eight lower transmission clutch housing to engine fasteners (1 through 8).
Disconnect the following electrical connectors:
- Gear position sensor
- Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement (MG9)
- Reverse lockout solenoid Reverse Lockout Solenoid Replacement
- Transmission fluid temperature sensor Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Replacement

Fig 3: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Fitting Retainer At Transmission

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Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Fitting Retainer @ Transmission - Remove- Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection

NOTE:

Cover or plug all open transmission fluid cooler pipe connection points to help avoid any accidental contamination.

Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe (Front Jumper Left) @ Transmission - Remove

Fig 4: Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet And Outlet Pipe Retaining Clip At Transmission

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Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Retaining Clip @ Transmission - Remove- Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection

NOTE:

Cover or plug all open transmission fluid cooler pipe connection points to help avoid any accidental contamination.

Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe @ Transmission - Remove

Fig 5: Hydraulic Clutch Hose/Pipe Retaining Clip To Clutch Slave Cylinder

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Remove the hydraulic clutch hose/pipe (1) retaining clip from the clutch slave cylinder.
Disconnect the hydraulic clutch hose/pipe (2) from the clutch slave cylinder. Plug the lower hose end.
Reposition the thermostat housing. Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LGX)Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement (LF4)
Remove the engine and transmission as an assembly. Engine Replacement (LF4 (Automatic Transmission))Engine Replacement (LF4 (Manual Transmission))Engine Replacement (LGX, AWD)Engine Replacement (LGX, RWD)

Fig 6: Transmission Clutch Housing Fasteners

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Remove the eight upper transmission clutch housing to engine fasteners (1 through 4).
Separate the transmission from the engine.
Flush and flow test the transmission oil cooler and lines. Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test (Tremec 6-Speed)Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test (8L90)