Control Valve Body: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lift up the vehicle.
Clean the transmission exterior.
Drain the ATF completely.
NOTE: Tighten the ATF drain plug after draining the ATF.
1. Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
Fig 1: Draining ATF Completely
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Remove the oil pan.
NOTE:
- Remove and clean the magnet.
- Remove the old gasket on the oil pan and transmission case completely.
Disconnect solenoid connectors and remove the ATF temperature sensor. Remove the connectors from clip and disconnect the connectors.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Solenoid Connectors
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Remove the control valve. When removing the control valve body, be careful not to interfere with transfer duty solenoid wiring.

Fig 3: Removing Bolts
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