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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the lower valve assembly. Refer to Control Valve Body Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the parking gear. Refer to Parking Gear Replacement .
  3. Move the manual shaft from the park position.
  4. Fig 1: Expanded View of Parking Pawl & Spring
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  5. Drive out the parking pawl pivot pin using a pin punch. Push down on the spring while driving the pin out.
  6. Remove the parking pawl and the spring.
  7. Inspect the following:
    • Parking pawl tooth for damage
    • Parking pawl spring for over expansion
    • Pivot pin for scorning, excessive wear