Removal

REMOVAL

NOTE: If transaxle assembly is being replaced or overhauled (clutch and/or seal replacement), it is necessary to perform the TCM Quick Learn Procedure.

NOTE: If the torque converter assembly is being replaced, it is necessary to reset the TCC Break-In Strategy.

1. Disconnect battery cables.





2. Remove battery shield (Fig. 8).





3. Remove coolant recovery bottle (Fig. 9).
4. Remove fluid level indicator/tube assembly. Plug opening to prevent debris from entering transaxle.
5. Using a blade or suitable hose cutter, cut transaxle oil cooler lines off flush with fittings. Plug lines and fittings to prevent debris from entering transaxle or cooler circuit. A service splice kit will be installed upon reassembly.





6. Disconnect input and output shaft speed sensor connectors (Fig. 10).
7. Disconnect Transmission Range Sensor (TRS) connector (Fig. 10).
8. Disconnect solenoid/pressure switch assembly connector (Fig. 10).





9. Disconnect gear shift cable from manual valve lever and upper mount bracket (Fig. 11).
10. Disconnect crankshaft position sensor (if equipped).
11. Reposition leak detection pump harness and hoses.
12. Remove wiper module assembly to gain access to and remove rear mount bracket bolts.





13. Remove rear mount bracket-to-transaxle case bolts (Fig. 12).
14. Remove transaxle upper bellhousing-to-block bolts.
15. Raise vehicle on hoist.
16. Remove transaxle oil pan and drain fluid into suitable container.
17. Remove front wheel/tire assemblies.
18. Remove left and right halfshaft assemblies.





19. Disconnect exhaust pipe at manifold (Fig. 13).
20. Remove cradle plate.
21. AWD models: Remove power transfer unit.
22. Remove rear mount bracket-to-transaxle case lower (horizontal) bolt (Fig. 12).





23. Remove rear mount heat shield (Fig. 14).





24. Remove rear mount-to-bracket thru-bolt and nut (Fig. 15).
25. Remove front mount/bracket assembly.
26. Remove starter motor.
27. Remove lateral bending brace.
28. Remove inspection cover.
29. Remove torque converter-to-drive plate bolts.
30. Support engine/transaxle assembly at engine oil pan with screw jack and wood block.





31. Partially remove left wheelhouse splash shield to gain access to and remove upper mount thru-bolt (Fig. 16).
32. Lower engine/transaxle assembly with screw jack.
33. Obtain helper and transmission jack. Secure transmission jack to transaxle assembly.
34. Remove upper mount bracket from transaxle (Fig. 16).
35. Remove remaining transaxle bellhousing-to-engine bolts.
36. Remove transaxle assembly from vehicle.