Automatic Transmission Removal/Installation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the engine cover.
- Remove the battery cover.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Drain the ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Add ATF and, with the engine idling, inspect the ATF level and inspect for leakage. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) LEVEL INSPECTION .)
- Inspect selector lever operation. (See SELECTOR LEVER INSPECTION .)
- Inspect for leakage of ATF from all connecting points.
- Perform the mechanical system test. (See
MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)SERVICE ITEM AND TEST ITEM
Service item Test item Line pressure test Stall speed test Time lag test Automatic transmission replacement x Automatic transmission overhaul x x x Torque converter replacement x x Oil pump replacement x Clutch system replacement x x - Perform the road test. (See ROAD TEST .)