Solenoid Body Assembly: Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the transmission fluid pan drain plug and drain the transmission.

Fig 1: Identifying Fluid Drain Plug
Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) connectors and retaining clip from the RH pan rail and then position the connectors aside.

Fig 2: Locating HO2S Connectors & Retainer
Remove the HO2S connector from the front of the transmission pan rail.

Fig 3: Identifying HO2S Connector Retainer

NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket is reusable, clean and inspect for damage. If not damaged, the gasket should be reused.
Remove the transmission fluid pan screws, gasket and fluid pan.

Fig 4: Identifying Transmission Fluid Pan Bolts

NOTE: Clean the area around the solenoid body connector to prevent contamination.
Disconnect the solenoid body harness electrical connector.

Fig 5: Locating Transmission Solenoid Electrical Connector
Remove the screws and the transmission fluid filter.

Fig 6: Identifying Transmission Fluid Filter Mounting Screws

CAUTION: Do not damage the solenoid body connector pins.
Remove the solenoid body screws and remove the solenoid body by lifting on the body and pushing the connector from the other side of the case.

Fig 7: Removing Solenoid Body