Torque Converter Clutch Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. < Ref. to REMOVAL . >
Extract the torque converter clutch and oil pump shaft horizontally.
NOTE: Be careful not to scratch the bushing inside the oil pump shaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter Clutch Assembly
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Remove the input shaft.
NOTE: When the torque converter clutch assembly is removed, the input shaft will come out.

Fig 2: Identifying Input Shaft
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Remove the oil pump shaft from torque converter clutch as necessary.