Overdrive Servo: Removal

NOTE: Servicing the intermediate/overdrive servo in the vehicle is only recommended in the event of a leak. If servicing is required due to a servo condition, it is necessary to remove and disassemble the transaxle to inspect the intermediate/overdrive band assembly and direct clutch for damage.

Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: The servo is under pressure. Servo and servo cover are under high spring force. Use caution when removing the servo cover. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Assemble the special tool.

Fig 1: Assembling Special Tool
Remove the splash shield.

Fig 2: Removing Splash Shield
Remove the transaxle cooler line bracket bolt and position the bracket out of the way.

Fig 3: Removing Transaxle Cooler Line Bracket Bolt

CAUTION: Do not use a screwdriver to remove the retaining ring or damage to the case may occur. Use only snap ring pliers to remove the retaining ring.
Using the special tool, remove the servo retaining ring.
1. Install the special tool.
2. Compress the servo assembly by tightening the bolt.
3. Remove the retaining ring.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Servo Retaining Ring
Remove the special tool.

Fig 5: Removing Special Tool
Remove the servo cover assembly.
Remove the intermediate and overdrive servo piston and return spring.
Wipe the servo piston and the servo cover cap with a lint free cloth.
CAUTION: Do not clean the rubber sealing surfaces of the servo piston and the servo cover cap with cleaning solvent or damage to the sealing surface may result.
Inspect the servo piston for cracks on its pressure surfaces and in the sealing area. Look for damage near the point where the servo piston is attached to the servo rod.
Squeeze the servo piston lip for flexibility. If the lip feels brittle, install a new piston
Inspect the servo retainer spring for cracks, breaks or deformation.