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Control Valve Body: Removal

NOTE: Clean transaxle exterior thoroughly with a steam cleaner or cleaning solvents before removal.
  1. Support engine with SST (0K201 170 AA0).
    Fig 1: Supporting Engine With Service Tool
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  2. Raise vehicle and support it with safety stands.
  3. Drain ATF into a suitable container.
  4. Remove both gravel shield from under engine.
  5. Remove nuts from No. 2 engine mount-to-mounting member.
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Mount Nuts
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  6. Remove engine mounting member-to-chassis bolts and nuts then remove engine mounting member.
  7. Remove oil pan (19 bolts) and gasket.
  8. Disconnect all electrical connectors, remove eight bolts, and remove control valve body.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Connectors & Removing Valve Body
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