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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 656358  Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Support the transmission with a transmission jack.
  3. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
  4. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement.
  5. Remove the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement.
  6. Remove the case extension bolts (1).
  7. Remove the case extension (2).
  8. Remove and discard the case extension O ring seal (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 656358  Size: SH
  1. Install a new case extension O ring seal (3).
  2. Install the case extension (2).
  3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  4. Install the case extension bolts (1).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts (1) to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  6. Install the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement.
  7. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Rear Propeller Shaft Replacement.
  8. Remove the drain pan and the transmission jack.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Fill the transmission to the proper level with DEXRON® VI transmission fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check.