Removal

40TE TRANSAXLE
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.

1. Disconnect battery cable.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove dipstick tube. Plug hole to prevent debris from entering transaxle.
4. Using Tool 8875A, disconnect the transmission cooler line quick-connect fittings.
5. Disconnect Solenoid/Pressure Switch Assy connector.
6. Disconnect Transmission Range Sensor connector.
7. Disconnect Input Speed Sensor connector.
8. Disconnect Output Speed Sensor connector.
9. Disconnect shift cable from manual valve lever and bracket.
10. Disconnect Crankshaft Position Sensor.
11. Remove throttle body support bracket.
12. Disconnect Oxygen Sensor harness retainer from transaxle case.
13. Remove rear mount bracket-to-transaxle case bolts.
14. Remove starter upper bracket-to-block bolt.
15. Raise vehicle.
16. Remove halfshafts.
17. Remove rear mount bracket lower bolt.
18. Remove rear mount thru-bolt.
19. Remove rear mount-to-cross member bolts.
20. Remove rear mount and bracket.
21. Remove front mount thru-bolt.
22. Remove front mount to radiator lower crossmember bolts.
23. Remove front mount bracket to block and transaxle.
24. Remove front mount bracket and mount.
25. Remove starter lower bolt and starter motor assembly
26. Remove converter dust shield.
27. Remove torque converter bolts.
28. Support engine/transaxle with screw jack and wood block on engine oil pan.
29. Remove left mount bracket-to-transaxle bolts.
30. Carefully lower engine/transaxle assembly to gain access to and remove transaxle-to-engine bolts.
31. With aid of helper or transmission jack, remove transaxle assembly from vehicle.