Main Control Valve Body: Removal

CAUTION: Lubricate the fluid filter seals with clean automatic transmission fluid or they may be damaged.

NOTE: Make sure that the fluid filter seals are correctly seated on the filter.

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

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

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Remove the drain plug and drain the transmission fluid.
- Discard the drain plug gasket.

Fig 1: Locating Drain Plug

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

Fig 2: Locating Transmission Solenoid Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) connectors and retaining clip from the RH pan rail and then position the connectors aside.

Fig 3: Locating Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Connectors

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Fig 4: Locating Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Connector To Front Of Transmission Pan Rail

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

Fig 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Gasket

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Fig 6: Locating Transmission Fluid Filter And Screws

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Remove the 4 screws attaching the reverse servo to the transmission case and remove the servo.

Fig 7: Locating Reverse Servo Assembly

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Fig 8: Locating Solenoid Body Mounting Screws

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Fig 9: Locating Manual Control Valve Detent Spring

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Remove the main control valve body screws and the main control valve body assembly.

Fig 10: Locating Main Control Valve Body Bolts & Main Control Valve Body

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