Transmission Fluid Pan, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Remove the noise insulation under the transmission. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

-- Place the :SMN372500 under the transmission.

-- Remove the ATF check plug -A-.

Fig 1: Identifying Overflow Tube, Check Plug And Sealing Ring

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-- Remove the overflow pipe -C- and drain any remaining ATF.

-- Loosen and remove the transmission fluid pan bolts -arrows- in a diagonal sequence.

Fig 2: Locating Oil Pan Bolts

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NOTE:

Some residual ATF will remain in the transmission fluid pan.

-- Remove the transmission fluid pan together with the transmission fluid pan gasket.