Removal And Installation: Removal
CAUTION:
Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
- Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
-
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
- Refer to: Transmission Fluid Cooler Tubes (Transmission/Transaxle Cooling - 5.0L NA V8 - AJ133/5.0L SC V8 - AJ133, Removal and Installation).
- Refer to: Catalytic Converter (Exhaust System - 5.0L NA V8 - AJ133/5.0L SC V8 - AJ133, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s): 303-1435
- Using the special tool, support the engine.
Special Tool(s): 303-021
- Make sure that the alignment mark is visible through the inspection hole on removal of the last torque converter bolt.
-
CAUTION: Under no circumstances must the flexible coupling (or its fixings) be loosened or removed from the driveshaft.
-
WARNING: Make sure that the transmission is secured with suitable retaining straps.
Using a suitable stand, support the transmission.
-
CAUTION: Make sure that the torque converter remains in the transmission.NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
- Install the torque converter retainer.
-
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.NOTE: Clamp the hoses to minimize coolant loss.
-
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.NOTE: Clamp the hoses to minimize coolant loss.