Main Control Cover: Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to DRAINING .
Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Disconnect the wiring harness from the battery tray bracket.

Fig 1: Locating Wiring Harness & Battery Tray Bracket
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Remove the battery tray bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Battery Tray Bracket
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Disconnect the vent hose from the main control cover.

Fig 3: Locating Vent Hose
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Remove the lower radiator hose and position aside.

Fig 4: Locating Lower Radiator Hose
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Remove the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket bolt.

Fig 5: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket Bolt
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Remove the main control cover bolts, cooler bypass studs and the cover.

Fig 6: Locating Main Control Cover Bolts, Studs & Cover
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NOTE: Do not discard the gasket. It is a reusable type. Inspect the gasket for damage. Install a new gasket as necessary.

Fig 7: Locating Main Control Cover Gasket

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