Solenoid Body Assembly: Removal

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES .
Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
Drain the transmission fluid.

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Fluid Drain Plug
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Remove the converter housing plug.

Fig 2: Removing Converter Housing Plug
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Remove the drain plug.

Fig 3: Removing Drain Plug
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Disconnect the wire harness from the top of the transmission shift cable bracket.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Wire Harness From Top Of Transmission Shift Cable Bracket
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Remove the transmission shift cable bracket and position out of the way.

Fig 5: Removing Transmission Shift Cable Bracket
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Disconnect the HO2S sensor connectors and remove the sensor wire retaining clip from the right side of the transmission pan rail.

Fig 6: Disconnecting HO2S Sensor Connectors
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Remove the HO2S sensor connector from the front of the transmission pan rail.

Fig 7: Removing HO2S Sensor Connector From Front Of Transmission Pan Rail
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NOTE: Clean the area around connector to prevent contamination of the solenoid body connector.

Fig 8: Disconnecting Transmission Connector

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

Fig 9: Removing Transmission Fluid Pan And Gasket

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Remove the transmission fluid pan and gasket.
Remove the transmission fluid filter.

Fig 10: Removing Transmission Fluid Filter
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Disconnect the reverse pressure switch connector.

Fig 11: Disconnecting Reverse Pressure Switch Connector
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Remove the solenoid body.

Fig 12: Removing Solenoid Body
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