Removal

31TH - Automatic Transmission
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.





2. Remove fluid level indicator tube bolt and tube/ indicator assembly (Fig. 6). Plug opening to prevent debris intrusion.
3. Disconnect Torque Converter Clutch solenoid (TCC) connector.





4. Disconnect kickdown cable from lever and bracket (Fig. 7). Position out of way.





5. Disconnect gearshift cable from manual valve lever and upper mount bracket (Fig. 8). Position out of way.
6. Disconnect back-up lamp switch connector.
7. Remove upper two (2) transaxle-to-engine bolts.





8. Remove three (3) rear mount bracket-to-transaxle case bolts (Fig. 9).
9. Raise vehicle on hoist.
10. Remove halfshafts.





11. Remove starter motor assembly (Fig. 10).





12. Remove front mount and bracket (Fig. 11).
13. Cut transaxle oil cooler lines flush with fittings. A service kit will be installed upon reinstallation. Plug lines and fittings to prevent debris intrusion.





14. Remove structural collar (Fig. 12).
15. Disconnect vehicle speed sensor connector.





16. Remove rear mount shield (Fig. 13).
17. Remove rear mount thru-bolt.
18. Support engine with screw jack and wood block.
19. Remove torque converter-to-drive plate bolts.
20. Remove left wheel splash shield.





21. Remove left upper mount thru-bolt (Fig. 14).
22. Lower engine/transaxle assembly.
23. Obtain transmission jack and helper.
24. Remove remaining transaxle-to-engine bolts and remove transaxle assembly from vehicle.