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Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) (Service Information): Removal: Automatic-CVT

NOTE: When CVT transaxle is replaced, an initialization sequence must be performed between the Valve Body Module and the TCM. If the initialization sequence is not performed, transaxle may default into "limp in" mode. Ensure the scan tool you are using has the capabilities and software to perform the initialization sequence.
  1. Disconnect battery cables (2). See Fig 1.
  2. Remove air cleaner assembly (1).
    Fig 1: AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
    GC0053051Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  3. Remove battery.
    Fig 2: BATTERY TRAY
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  4. Remove battery tray (1). See Fig 2.
  5. Drain coolant. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
    Fig 3: INLET AIR TUBE
    GC0056537Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  6. Remove inlet air tube (1). See Fig 3.
  7. Remove vacuum supply lines.
    Fig 4: SHIFTER CABLE AND BRACKET
    GC0056538Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  8. Remove the shifter cable (2) and bracket (3). See Fig 4.
    Fig 5: COOLER/TRANS LINES AT COOLER
    GC0056539Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  9. Remove coolant lines (2) at CVT fluid cooler.
    Fig 6: HEATER HOSE TO TRANS COOLER
    GC0056540Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  10. Remove heater hose (3) at CVT fluid cooler.
    Fig 7: SPEED SENSOR
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  11. Remove the speed sensor connector (1). See Fig 7.
    Fig 8: VENT TUBE
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  12. Remove the wiring harness from the top of the transmission (2). See Fig 8.
  13. Remove the transmission vent tube (1).
    Fig 9: THROTTLE BODY SUPPORT BRACKET
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  14. Remove the throttle body support bracket (1). See Fig 9.
    Fig 10: BELL HOUSING BOLT HOLES
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  15. Remove the upper bell housing bolts (1). See Fig 10.
    Fig 11: TOP CVT TRANS MOUNT
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  16. Remove the upper transmission mount bolts (1).
  17. Remove the upper transmission mount through bolt.
  18. Remove the upper transmission mount (2).
  19. Raise vehicle on a hoist.
  20. Drain transmission fluid.
  21. Remove the left front lower splash shield.
  22. Remove the right front lower splash shield.
  23. Remove lower splash shield (if equipped).
    Fig 12: JACK FOR SUPPORT
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  24. Support the transmission with a jack (1). See Fig 12.
  25. Remove the starter. Refer to REMOVAL .
    Fig 13: FILL TUBE
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  26. Remove the two transmission fill tube bolts (2) and remove the fill tube.
  27. Drain the transmission fluid.
  28. Remove both front wheels.
  29. Remove the right and left halfshafts. Refer to REMOVAL .
    Fig 14: INSPECTION COVER
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  30. Remove inspection cover (1). See Fig 14.
  31. Mark the torque converter to the flex plate for alignment upon installation.
    Fig 15: TORQUE CONVERTER BOLTS
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  32. Remove torque converter bolts (1). See Fig 15.
    Fig 16: JACK AT TRANS MOUNT
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  33. Support the engine with a screw jack (2). See Fig 16.
    Fig 17: FRONT ENGINE MOUNT
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  34. Remove the through bolt (1) at the front transmission mount. See Fig 17.
  35. Remove bolts (2) at the transmission cross member.
  36. Remove the transmission cross member.
    Fig 18: REAR ENGINE MOUNT
    GC0056201Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  37. Remove the transmission rear mount thorough bolt (2).
    Fig 19: 2WD REAR MOUNT
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  38. Remove the rear mount to transaxle bolts (1).
  39. Remove the PTU if equipped. Refer to REMOVAL .
    Fig 20: BELL HOUSING BOLT HOLES
    GC0056544Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  40. Remove the lower transmission bell housing bolts (2). See Fig 20.
  41. Lower transmission.
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