Transmission Control Device: Removal

Remove the transmission assembly from vehicle body. Refer to , REMOVAL , Automatic Transmission Assembly.
Remove the oil pan and control valve body. Refer to , REMOVAL , Control Valve Body.
Remove the inhibitor switch. Refer to , REMOVAL , Inhibitor Switch.
Remove the spring pin.
NOTE: Prevent the spring pin from dropping in the transmission using paper towel etc.

Fig 1: Identifying Inhibitor Switch On Transmission Control Device
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Remove the bolt and remove the range select lever, manual plate and parking rod.
NOTE: Do not damage the lip of oil seal press-fitted in the case.

Fig 2: Identifying Range Select Lever, Manual Plate, Parking Rod And Bolt
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Remove the detent spring.

Fig 3: Identifying Detent Spring (View 1 Of 2)
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