Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Removal

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: The automatic transmission fluid accumulator may be pressurized greater than 120 psi (827 kpa) and fluid may be hot. When servicing accumulator, key must be OFF for a minimum of 10 minutes. Do not open bleeder screw until instructed to do so or personal injury may result.
1	A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Bolt M8 x 30 (Qty: 2)
2	A/Trans Fluid Accumulator Pipe
3	A/Trans Fluid Accumulator Pipe Seal (Qty: 2) NOTE: Discard the seals, they are not reusable.
4	A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Solenoid Connector Procedure Disconnect the connector.
5	A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Bolt M8 x 30 (Qty: 3) NOTE: Models equipped with a range selector actuator only use (Qty: 2) auxiliary fluid accumulator bolts.
6	A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Procedure Secure the auxiliary fluid accumulator to a vise. Securely attach a hose from the bleeder screw into an approved container. Slowly loosen bleeder screw until pressure begins to release. Allow all pressure and fluid to be released from the auxiliary fluid accumulator.
7	Accumulator Bypass Valve Seal NOTE: Discard the seal, it not reusable.