Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4) .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the oil filter adapter. Refer to Oil Filter Adapter and Bypass Valve Assembly Replacement .
- Remove the transaxle brace bolts (1, 3).
- Remove the transaxle brace (2).