Solenoid Valves Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean the transmission exterior thoroughly with a steam cleaner or cleaning solvents.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Drain the ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
Remove the oil pan and gasket.
CAUTION:
- To prevent deformation of the tube, remove the tube by pulling both ends up.
Remove the tubes.

Fig 1: Removing Tubes
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Disconnect the shift solenoids A, B and torque converter clutch solenoid valve connectors.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Shift Solenoids & Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve Connectors
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Remove the solenoid valve.
Apply ATF to a new O-ring.
Install the O-ring to the torque converter clutch solenoid valve.

Fig 3: Identifying Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve
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Install a new gasket and solenoid valve to the control valve body.
Tightening torque
1. A: 7.9-11.7 N.m {80-120 kgf.cm, 70-104 in.lbf}
2. B: 5.0-5.8 N.m {50-60 kgf.cm, 44-52 in.lbf}
Connect shift solenoids A, B, and torque converter clutch solenoid valve connectors.

Fig 4: Connecting Shift Solenoids And Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve Connectors
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Install the tubes.
Install the new gasket and oil pan.
Tightening torque
1. 4.0-4.9 N.m {40-50 kgf.cm, 35-43 in.lbf}
Add ATF to the specified level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
Carry out mechanical test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)
Carry out road test. (See ROAD TEST .)