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Removal and Installation: Notes

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the RH front exhaust heat shield.
    Fig 1: Removing RH Front Exhaust Heat Shield
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  3. Remove the LH front exhaust heat shield.
    Fig 2: Removing LH Front Exhaust Heat Shield
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  4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 3: Extension Housing Gasket Removal Sequence
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  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  6. Refill the transmission with the specified fluid.
  7. Using a suitable transmission jack, support the transmission.
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