Repair Procedures
^ Park the vehicle over a lift^ Turn the engine off and leave the ignition switch in the "Off" position
^ Place the transmission shift selector in the "3" range position
^ Raise the vehicle hood and lift the transmission dipstick about 1 inch
^ Raise the vehicle on the lift
Note:
It is extremely important that the area in which this repair takes place remains clean to prevent contamination of internal transmission parts.
Heat Shield Removal (H6 models only)
H6 models only - Remove the heat shield from the left front catalytic converter.
Transmission Oil Pan Removal
1. Drain the transmission fluid by removing the drain plug. While the transmission is draining, remove the oil pan bolts.
2. When the transmission fluid has finished draining and the pan bolts have been removed, reinstall the drain plug with the new gasket. Torque to 18.4 +/- 1.4 ft-lb. (25 +/- 2 Nm)
3. Separate the oil pan from the transmission case by using a liquid gasket cutter or similar tool.
Caution:
Do not insert a screwdriver or chisel between the oil pan and the transmission case. This will damage the oil pan and transmission case. To prevent damage to the internal wire harness, do not insert the gasket cutter beyond the lip of the pan.
4. Separate the oil pan from the rear side of the transmission and drain the remaining ATF.
Valve Body Removal
Disconnect the wire connectors from each solenoid.
Note:
If the oil temperature sensor is integrated into the wire harness, disconnect the oil temperature sensor from the clip on the valve body.
Applicable transmission numbers for different types of oil temperature sensor as shown.
Note:
Try the following procedure if it is difficult to remove the transfer solenoid connector.
Caution:
- Do not force wire connectors if removal is difficult.
- Do not cut wiring.
a) Hold the connector with tweezers.
b) Tilt the connector and pull it out of the hole.
If the transfer solenoid connector still can not be removed from the case, it will be necessary to leave the harness attached during valve body removal. This method should only be used as a last resort and otherwise, is not recommended.
Note:
Only remove those bolts identified in the drawing. It is not necessary to remove the fluid strainer in order to remove the valve body.
Some models have a fluid pipe between the valve body and transmission case. The pipe must be removed before removing the valve body bolts. The chart identifies those vehicles.
Remove all but two of the valve body attaching bolts (bolts are noted as A and B types). Loosen the two remaining bolts enough to allow the remaining transmission fluid to drain.
While the transmission is draining, clean the liquid gasket from the transmission pan.
Peel the liquid gasket with a suitable scraper and then remove any remaining gasket with a 3M Scotchbright Roll Lock Disk # 07481 (red) or equivalent.
While holding the valve body remove the remaining two bolts and remove the valve body from the transmission assembly. Place the valve body in a clean, secure area.
Important:
Be sure that the valve body remains in the upright position, otherwise oil will drain from the accumulator valves.
Parking Rod Replacement
Confirm manual plate is in gear range "3" and drive the straight pin out of the select lever by using a 4 mm diam. pin remover. Remove and discard the old pin. A new pin is provided in the parking rod kit.
Turn the manual plate until the detent spring is released as pictured.
Rotate the manual plate to align notch and hole and then remove the parking rod.
Install the new parking rod into the transmission case and onto the manual plate.
Note:
For identification the new parking rod Will have a green band painted on it.
Align the manual plate with the select lever and install the new straight pin provided in the kit. Do not reuse the original pin.
Move the manual plate and confirm that it works correctly.
Caution:
Do not put the transmission in "P" range, since the shift lock may activate.
Place the manual plate to "N" range.
Remove all liquid gasket from the mating surface of the transmission case.
Peel the liquid gasket with a suitable scraper and then remove any remaining gasket with a 3M Scotchbright Roll Lock Disk # 07515 (light blue) or equivalent.
Remove the gasket material from the three non-threaded holes in the case as shown.
Valve Body Installation
Caution:
Before installing the valve body, make sure that the seal (pictured) is in place.
Install the valve body while aligning the manual plate and manual valve. Do not tighten the valve body bolts completely until confirming that the wire harness is not pinched. Tightening torque: 70 +/- 0.9 in-lb. (8 +/- 1 Nm).
Connect the connectors for each solenoid. When connecting, match the color of the harness with that of the solenoid.
If oil temperature sensor is integrated into the harness, fix the oil sensor to clip.
Coat the oil pan with liquid gasket (as shown).
Caution:
Install the oil pan within 10 minutes of applying the liquid gasket, or as indicated by the manufacturer's instructions.
Apply the liquid gasket into the non-threaded holes as shown.
Install oil pan and bolts. Tightening torque: 43 +/- 4 in.lb. (5 +/- 0.5 Nm).
Reinstall exhaust heat shield cover (H6 Models only).
Tap the heat shield with a rubber or plastic hammer to confirm that it will not rattle.
Note:
In case the shield rattles, reposition the shield and retighten it.
Install ATF
Lower the vehicle from the lift.
Pour 5.5 quarts (5.2 liters) of Dexron III ATF into filler pipe.
Check for oil leaks.
Check oil level and oil level gauge. If oil level is incorrect, adjust accordingly.
Note:
The level of ATF varies with fluid temperature. Pay attention to the fluid temperature when checking oil level.
Verify Repair
Check parking mechanism for proper operation by setting vehicle into Park on a slight incline. Confirm vehicle remains stationary.