40TE Automatic Transaxle Subassemblies

DISASSEMBLY

Special Tools:






NOTE: Cleanliness through entire disassembly and assembly of the valve body cannot be overemphasized. When disassembling, each part should be washed in a suitable solvent, then dried by compressed air. Do not wipe parts with shop towels. All mating surfaces in the valve body are accurately machined; therefore, careful handling of all parts must be exercised to avoid nicks or burrs.

NOTE: If valve body assembly is being reconditioned, the PCM/TCM Quick Learn Procedure must be performed . Quick Learn Procedure










1. Remove manual shaft seal (1).










2. Remove the electrical connectors from the Pressure Control Solenoid (1) and the Line Pressure Sensor (2).
3. Remove the screws (6) holding the Pressure Control Solenoid (1) and Line Pressure Sensor (2) to the valve body.
4. Remove the pressure control solenoid and line pressure sensor from the valve body.










5. Remove Transmission Range Sensor retaining screw (3).










6. Remove Manual Shaft/Rooster Comb (3) and Transmission Range Sensor (1).










7. Remove 2/4 Accumulator Retaining Plate (1).










8. Remove 2/4 Accumulator components (2,3,4,5 and 6).










9. Remove Valve Body (3) to Transfer Plate (2) screws (1).










10. Invert assembly and remove Transfer Plate (1). Beware of loose check balls.





11. Remove oil screen (1).










12. Remove separator plate (1).










13. Remove valve body check balls (1 and 2). Note their location for assembly ease.










NOTE: Tag all valve/spring assemblies for reassembly identification.

14. Remove dual retainer plate (2) using Remover/Installer (1).










15. Remove regulator valve spring retainer (2) using Remover/Installer (1).










16. Remove retainers (1and 2).




Figure 15 - Springs and Valves Location





17. Remove valves and springs.