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VQ37VHR (2WD): Removal and Installation: Removal

CAUTION:
  • When removing the A/T assembly from engine, first remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS) from the A/T assembly.
  • Be careful not to damage sensor edge.
  1. Shift the selector lever to "P" position, and release the parking brake.
  2. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
  3. Remove engine under cover and front under cover with a power tool. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  4. Remove control rod from A/T shift selector assembly. Refer to "2WD: EXPLODED VIEW ".
  5. Separate propeller shaft assembly. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
    NOTE: Cap or plug opening to prevent fluid from spilling.
  6. Remove suspension member stay. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  7. Remove exhaust mounting bracket with power tool. Refer to "VQ37VHR: EXPLODED VIEW ".
  8. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) from A/T assembly. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
    CAUTION:
    • Never subject it to impact by dropping or hitting it.
    • Never disassemble.
    • Never allow metal filings, etc. to get on the sensor's front edge magnetic area.
    • Never place in an area affected by magnetism.
  9. Remove starter motor. Refer to "VQ37VHR: EXPLODED VIEW ".
  10. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  11. Turn crankshaft, and remove the four tightening bolts for drive plate and torque converter.
    CAUTION: When turning the crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
  12. Remove A/T fluid cooler tubes mounting bolts from A/T assembly and engine. Refer to "VQ37VHR (2WD): EXPLODED VIEW ".
    NOTE: Cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.
  13. Plug up openings such as the A/T fluid cooler tube holes.
  14. Support A/T assembly with a transmission jack.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to allow it to collide against the drain plug and overflow plug when setting the transmission jack.
    NOTE: Be placing wooden block between oil pan (upper) and front suspension member, the removal of A/T assembly from engine becomes easier.
  15. Remove rear engine mounting member and engine mounting insulator (rear) with a power tool. Refer to "2WD: EXPLODED VIEW ".
  16. Disconnect A/T assembly connector.
  17. Remove harness and brackets from A/T assembly.
  18. Remove bolts fixing A/T assembly to engine with a power tool.
  19. Remove air breather hose, air breather box and bracket. Refer to "VQ37VHR (2WD): EXPLODED VIEW ".
  20. Remove A/T assembly from the vehicle.
    CAUTION:
    • Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping.
    • Secure A/T assembly to a transmission jack.
  21. Remove manual lever from A/T assembly. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
    Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Jack
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