Transmission - V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol/V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (G1551362): Removal
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NOTE:
- Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
- Some illustrations may show the transmission removed for clarity.
- Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
- Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (General Procedures).
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WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
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Refer to: Engine Cover - V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Refer to: Cowl Vent Screen (Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s): 303-1435
Torque Specification: 25 Nm
Special Tool(s): 303-021
- Exhaust system, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (3.0L), or REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (5.0L).
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WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.NOTE: Remove and discard the O-ring seals.
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CAUTION: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.
- Mark the torque converter and flexplate when removing the last torque converter bolt. Make sure that the alignment mark is visible through the inspection hole.
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NOTE: Mark the position of the driveshaft on the transmission flange.
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CAUTION: Discard the bolts.
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NOTE: Use penetrating oil - spray through the driveshaft bolt holes as shown.
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NOTE: Driveshaft joint shown removed for clarity.
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NOTE:
- Two washers must be installed to the assist in the removal of the driveshaft.
- Alternate tighten the bolts until the movement of the driveshaft joint is detected.
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NOTE: Repeat above steps until the driveshaft joint is fully released.
Remove the bolts, turn the propshaft and repeat the above step at the other unthreaded hole.
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CAUTION: Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.
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WARNING: Make sure that the transmission is secured with suitable retaining straps.
Using a suitable stand, support the transmission.
General Equipment: Transmission jack
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WARNING:
- This step requires the aid of another technician.
- Make sure that the transmission is secured with suitable retaining straps.
CAUTION:- Care must be taken to avoid damaging the surrounding components.
- Make sure that the torque converter remains in the transmission.
NOTE: Secure the torque converter to the transmission using suitable cable ties. -
NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.
Installation , to install transmission, refer to TRANSMISSION - V6 S/C 3.0L PETROL/V8 5.0L PETROL/V8 S/C 5.0L PETROL (G1551364) .