Removal and Installation

Remove the main control cover and gasket. See DISASSEMBLED VIEWS .

Fig 1: Disconnecting Transaxle Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the transaxle wiring harness electrical connector and the transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Shift Cable
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Disconnect the shift cable.

Fig 3: Removing Shift Cable And Bracket
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Remove the shift cable and bracket and position it aside.

Fig 4: Removing Main Control Valve Body Bolts In Sequence
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Remove the main control valve body bolts in the sequence shown.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Manual Valve Link
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NOTE:
- Do not damage the manual valve.
Lift the main control valve body while disconnecting the manual valve link.

Fig 6: Depressing Retaining Tabs And Push Solenoid Valve Body
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Depress the retaining tabs and push the solenoid valve body electrical connector down through the transaxle case.

Fig 7: Ensuring Manual Valve Control Lever Does Not Fall Out Of Main Control Valve Body While Removing From Vehicle
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Make sure the manual valve control lever does not fall out of the main control valve body while removing from the vehicle.
NOTE:
- Inspect the solenoid valve body harness connector O-ring seal for damage. If damaged, install a new O-ring seal, before installing the connector into the case.
  
  Fig 8: Tightening Main Control Cover Bolts In Sequence
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NOTE:
- Tighten the main control cover in the indicated sequence.
To install reverse the removal procedure.