Tools and materials:
* Set of keys
* Phillips screwdriver
* New transmission pan (if necessary)
* New gear oil
* Funnel
* Rags
Automatic transmission removal guide:
1. Preparing the car
* Place the vehicle on a lift or level surface.
* Make sure the gear shift lever is in the “P” (Park) position.
* Disconnect the battery by disconnecting the negative terminal.
2. Remove the transmission pan
* Loosen the bolts holding the transmission pan, but do not remove them completely.
* Tap the pan with a rubber mallet to loosen the sealant.
* Carefully remove the pan and drain the remaining gear oil into a container for disposal.
3. Disconnect drive shafts
* Remove the bolts securing the inner CV joints of the drive shafts to the gearbox.
* Pull the drive shafts to disconnect them from the transmission.
* Plug the shaft holes with rags or plugs to prevent oil leakage.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness and tubes
* Disconnect all wiring harnesses and tubes connected to the transmission.
* Mark the location of all connectors and tubing for reconnection during reassembly.
5. Unscrew the gearbox mounting bolts
* Remove the lower bolts securing the gearbox to the engine.
* Remove the side bolts securing the gearbox to the brackets.
* Remove the top bolts securing the gearbox to the engine block.
6. Remove the gearbox
* Carefully remove the transmission from under the vehicle.
* If the transmission is heavy, use a lift or an assistant.
7. Replacing the transmission pan (if necessary)
* If the transmission pan is damaged, remove it and install a new one.
* Apply sealant to the new pan and install it in place.
*Tighten the pan bolts to the specified torque.
8. Gearbox installation
* Carefully put the gearbox back into place.
* Tighten the upper mounting bolts.
* Tighten the side mounting bolts.
* Tighten the lower mounting bolts.
9. Connecting drive shafts
* Lubricate the drive shaft splines with transmission grease.
* Insert the drive shafts into the transmission and tighten the inner CV joint bolts.
10. Connecting wiring harnesses and tubes
* Connect all wiring harnesses and tubes to the transmission.
* Make sure all connectors and tubes are properly connected and tightened.
11. Changing transmission oil
* Fill the gearbox with new gear oil through the filler hole.
* Check the oil level and add if necessary.
12. Battery connection
* Connect the negative terminal of the battery.
13. Checking work
* Start the engine and shift the gear lever to different positions.
* Check for leaks and strange noises.