Removal

46RE - Automatic Transmission
OVERDRIVE UNIT
REMOVAL
1. Shift transmission into PARK.
2. Raise vehicle.
3. Remove transfer case, if equipped.
4. Mark propeller shaft universal joint(s) and axle pinion yoke, or the companion flange and flange yoke, for alignment reference at installation, if necessary.
5. Disconnect and remove the rear propeller shaft, if necessary.
6. Remove transmission oil pan, remove gasket, drain oil and reinstall pan.
7. If overdrive unit had malfunctioned, or if fluid is contaminated, remove entire transmission. If diagnosis indicated overdrive problems only, remove just the overdrive unit.
8. Support transmission with transmission jack.





9. Remove bolts attaching overdrive unit to transmission (Fig. 119).

CAUTION: Support the overdrive unit with a jack before moving it rearward. This is necessary to prevent damaging the intermediate shaft. Do not allow the shaft to support the entire weight of the overdrive unit.

10. Carefully work overdrive unit off intermediate shaft. Do not tilt unit during removal. Keep it as level as possible.
11. If overdrive unit does not require service, immediately insert Alignment Tool 6227-2 in splines of planetary gear and overrunning clutch to prevent splines from rotating out of alignment. If misalignment occurs, overdrive unit will have to be disassembled in order to realign splines.
12. Remove and retain overdrive piston thrust bearing. Bearing may remain on piston or in clutch hub during removal.
13. Position drain pan on workbench.
14. Place overdrive unit over drain pan. Tilt unit to drain residual fluid from case.
15. Examine fluid for clutch material or metal fragments. If fluid contains these items, overhaul will be necessary.
16. If overdrive unit does not require any service, leave alignment tool in position. Tool will prevent accidental misalignment of planetary gear and overrunning clutch splines.