Control Valve Body: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Subaru Outback and 2001 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean transmission exterior.
Drain ATF completely.
NOTE: Tighten ATF drain plug after draining ATF.

Tightening torque:
1. 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
Fig 1: Locating ATF Drain Plug
Remove the oil pan.
NOTE:
- Remove and clean the magnet.
- Remove the old gasket on the oil pan and transmission case completely.
Disconnect duty solenoids and ATF temperature sensor connectors. Remove connectors from clip and disconnect connectors at 9 places.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Duty Solenoids & ATF Temperature Sensor Connectors - Removing Connectors From Clip & Disconnecting Connectors
Remove the control valve.
CAUTION: When removing control valve body, be careful not to interfere with transfer duty solenoid wiring.

Fig 3: Removing Control Valve Body