Removal Procedure

^ Tools Required:
- J 28467360 Engine Support Fixture





1. Disconnect the battery negative cable assembly from the battery negative terminal.

CAUTION: Before removing or installing any electrical unit or when a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with live exposed electrical terminals, disconnect the negative battery cable assembly to help prevent personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or components. Unless instructed otherwise, the ignition switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position.

2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
4. Remove the right front wheel and tire.
5. Remove the right front wheel splash shield.
6. Remove the RTD sensor from the lower control arm.
7. Remove the right stabilizer fink at the steering knuckle.
8. Remove the right tie rod from the steering knuckle.
9. Remove the right ball joint from the steering knuckle.
10. Remove the right drive axle.
11. Remove the safety stands.
12. Lower the vehicle.





Important: Load the support fixture by tightening the wing nuts several turns in order to take the weight of the powertrain off of the mounts and the frame.

13. Install the J 28467-360.
14. Raise the left side of the powertrain (the transmission side) 25.4 mm (1.0 in) above the powertrain resting position with the adjusting screws.
15. Raise the vehicle.
16. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
17. Remove the following parts:
- The power steering pressure switch electrical connector.
- The wiring harness.
18. Remove the following parts:
- The right transmission mount.
- The bracket connector.
- The wiring harness.
19. Remove the following parts:
- The right transmission to engine bracket
- The heat shield
20. Remove the following parts:
- The vehicle speed sensor (VSS) electrical connector
- The ground wire from the case





21. Remove the five case extension bolts and the stud using a torque wrench.
22. Remove the case extension and the seal. The seal may remain in the extension.
23. Remove the roller thrust bearing and the selective washer.





24. Remove the scavenger tube attaching bolt.
25. Remove the scavenger tube by prying on the differential.
26. Remove the scavenger tube seal.
27. Inspect the scavenger tube for damage and clogging.
28. Inspect the case extension and the case mating surfaces for scoring and damage.