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Control Valve Body: Removal

  1. Clean transmission exterior.
  2. 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
    G02037044
  3. Remove the oil pan.
    NOTE:
    • Remove and clean the magnet.
    • Remove the old gasket on the oil pan and transmission case completely.
  4. 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
    G02037045
  5. 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
    G02037046