Valve Body

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CAUTION:

The Transmission Control Module (TCM), or Transmission Control Module Assembly (TCMA) is extremely sensitive to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Always use a ground strap and follow the ESD guidelines in ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) SENSITIVE DEVICES. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the TCM/TCMA.

Fig 1: Fluid Port, Two O-Rings, Compression Seal

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Install the fluid port (1) with NEW O-rings (2) and seal (3) on the valve body.

Fig 2: Valve Body Alignment Pins
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Install the valve body assembly on the transmission using the previously installed (special tool #10379, Pins, Valve Body Alignment) (1) as a guide.
Use an appropriate tool on one of the alignment pins to assist in holding the valve body in position while installing the valve body bolts.

Fig 3: Valve Body Bolts Loosening And Tightening Sequence
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Install the valve body bolts not including 16-18 and hand tighten.
Remove the pins and install the remaining bolts.

Fig 4: Remover/Installer, Guide Sleeve, Electrical Harness Insulator & Transmission Case
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Using (special tool #10377, Remover/Installer, Guide Sleeve) (1) carefully install the electrical harness insulator (2) to the transmission case (3).

Fig 5: Valve Body Assembly End Retainer Bolts
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Install and lock the electrical connector lock (2) to the internal harness end.
Install the Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor (4) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to appropriate service information.

Fig 6: Hydraulic Impulse Storage Unit & Bolts
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If equipped, install the Hydraulic Impulse Oil Storage (HIS) accumulator (1).
Tighten the bolts (2 and 3) to the proper specification. Refer to appropriate service information.
Connect the HIS electrical connector.
Install the valve body bolts (3) and hand tighten.

Fig 7: Valve Body Bolts Loosening And Tightening Sequence
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Tighten the valve body bolts to the proper specification. Refer to appropriate service information.

Fig 8: Manual Park Release Lever Retaining Nut & Lever
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Remove the tie strap and return the Manual Park Release (MPR) lever (1) to the original position. Tighten the MPR bolt (2) to the proper specification. Refer to appropriate service information.

Fig 9: Oil Pan Retaining Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Install the transmission oil pan and gasket.
Install the thirteen transmission oil pan bolts and tighten the to the proper using the sequence given. Refer to appropriate service information.

Fig 10: Adapter Plug Connector
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Connect the transmission wire harness connector (1).

Fig 11: Locking Mechanism Lock & Adapter Plug Connector
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Turn the locking mechanism (1) of the transmission wire harness connector (2) clockwise to lock it in place.
If the valve body is replaced, program the Transmission Control Module (TCM). Refer to MODULE, TRANSMISSION CONTROL, MODULE PROGRAMMING .
Perform the TRANSMISSION FILL AFTER SERVICE procedure. Refer to appropriate service information.
Perform the TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic & testing article. .