Tools Required

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

   Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

   in General Information.
2. Remove the air intake duct.
3. Remove the cruise control cable at the throttle body.
4. Remove the following from the shift control linkage:

•	Mounting bracket at the transmission

•	Lever at the manual shaft

5. Remove the modulator vacuum line.
6. Remove the following wiring connectors:

•	Transmission park/neutral position switch

•	Transmission electrical connector

•	Vehicle speed sensor

7. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to Crossover Exhaust Pipe in Exhaust System.
8. Remove the heater hose retainer bracket.
9. Remove the oxygen sensor connector.



10. Remove the 3 top transmission-to-engine bolts.




Caution: Provide additional support when a vehicle is on a hoist:

•	Before removing parts, support the opposite end. This helps prevent the vehicle from slipping off.

•	Before removing major components, chain the vehicle frame to the hoist pads at the same end as the removal. This helps avoid a tip-off.

Failure to follow these precautions could cause vehicle damage, serious personal injury, or death.

Important: Load the support fixture by tightening the wing-nuts several turns in order to relieve tension on the frame and mounts.

11. Install the J 28467-360 .
12. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to General Vehicle Lifting and Jacking in General Information.
13. Remove both front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
14. Remove the left steering gear retaining bolts.
15. Remove the left front splash shield.
16. Remove the right and left front ball joint nuts. Refer to Ball Joint in Front Suspension.
17. Separate the right and left control arms from the steering knuckle. Refer to Control Arm in Front Suspension.
18. Remove the front lower air deflector.
19. Remove the power steering line retaining brackets at the frame.
20. Remove the right side steering gear throughbolt.
21. Support the frame with a jack.
22. Remove the left and right transmission mount throughbolts.
23. Remove the frame assembly.
24. Remove the flywheel cover.

Important: Mark the flywheel-to-converter relationship in order to ensure proper reassembly.

25. Remove the flywheel-to-converter bolts.
26. Remove the electrical connectors at the starter.
27. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Replacement in Cranking Systems.
28. Disconnect the electrical connector at the speed sensor. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor Replacement .

Important: Carefully guide the output shaft past the lip seal. Do not allow the shaft splines to contact any portion of the lip seal surface. This helps prevent damage to the seal.

29. Remove the left and right drive axles from the transmission. Refer to Drive Axle in Drive Axle On-Vehicle Service.
30. Support the transmission with a jackstand. Adjust as needed during the procedure.
31. Remove the rear transmission mount.
32. Remove the right-side spark plug wires from the plugs.
33. Remove the transmission filler tube. Refer to Filler Tube Replacement .
34. Remove the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
35. Remove the lower transmission-to-engine bolts.
36. Remove the transmission cooler lines at the transmission. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes Replacement .
37. Remove the rear transmission mount bracket.
38. Remove the transmission assembly.

Tools Required

J 37292-B Tear-Away Axle Seal Protector

In order to complete the installation, observe the following assembly tips and reverse the removal procedure.

Assembly Tips

Use care when installing the right side drive axle into the transmission case. The splined shaft can easily damage the seal.

Important: