Transmission Replacement

Tools Required
• J 3289-20 Holding Fixture
• J 36842 Transmission Holding Fixture
• J 42055 Drivetrain Support Fixture
• J 36221 Hydraulic Clutch Line Separator

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the control assembly. Refer to Shift Control Assembly Replacement .
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Drain the transmission fluid.
4. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece in Propeller Shaft.
5. Remove the torque arm.
6. Support the rear axle with jack stands.
7. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
   
   
   
8. Disconnect the wire harness connectors from the speed sensor (1) and the backup lamp switch (3) on the left side.
9. Remove the wiring harness clip bolt (2).
   
   
   
10. Remove the wiring harness clip bolt (1) from the right side.
11. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
    
    
    
12. Remove the left transmission brace bolts (2, 3).
13. Remove the left transmission brace (1).
    
    
    
14. Remove the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4).
15. Remove the right transmission brace (1).
    
    
    
16. Remove the flywheel housing cover bolts (2).
17. Remove the flywheel housing cover (3) from the transmission (1).
    
    
    
18. Using J 36221 , depress the white circular release ring on the actuator cylinder hose and simultaneously pull lightly on the master cylinder hose to disconnect.
19. Protect both hose coupling ends from dirt and damage.
20. Support the engine with a safety stand.
21. Install the J 42055 to the transmission jack.
22. Support the transmission with the transmission jack.
23. Remove the transmission support and mount. Refer to Transmission Support and Mount Assembly .
    
    
    
24. Remove the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3).
25. Slowly lower the manual transmission (4) from the vehicle.
26. Remove the vent hose from the transmission.
27. Remove the clutch bleeder from the actuating cylinder.
28. Remove the clutch line from the actuating cylinder.
    
    
    
29. Remove the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1).
30. Remove the clutch actuator cylinder (2).
    
    
    
31. Remove the transmission bolts (3).
32. Remove the bellhousing (1) from the transmission (2).
33. Install the J 36842 to the transmission, if necessary.
34. Remove the transmission from the transmission stand.
35. Install the transmission to the J 3289-20 , if necessary.

Installation Procedure

1. Remove the transmission from the J 3289-20 , if necessary.
2. Mount the transmission to the jack stand.
3. Remove the J 36842 from the transmission, if necessary.
4. Install the bellhousing (1) to the transmission (2).

   Notice

   Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

5. Install the transmission bolts (3). Tighten

   Tighten the transmission bolts (3) to 75 N·m (55 lb ft).

   
   
   
   
6. Install the clutch actuator cylinder (2).
7. Install the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1). Tighten

   Tighten the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1) to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

8. Install the clutch line to the actuating cylinder.
9. Install the clutch bleeder to the actuating cylinder.
   
   
   
10. Slowly raise the manual transmission (4) to the vehicle.
11. Install the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3). Tighten

    Tighten the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3) to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).

12. Install the transmission support and mount. Refer to Transmission Support and Mount Assembly .
13. Remove the transmission jack.
14. Remove the J 42055 from the transmission jack.
15. Remove the engine safety stand.
    
    
    

    Important

    DO NOT rely on an audible click or a visual verification of the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fitting connection.

16. Connect the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the clutch master cylinder hose.
17. Push together the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fittings, then pull back on the fittings to verify engagement.
18. Check the clutch hydraulic hoses for twists or kinks.
    
    
    
19. Install the flywheel housing cover (3) to the transmission (1).
20. Install the flywheel housing cover bolts (2). Tighten

    Tighten the flywheel housing cover bolts (2) to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

    
    
    
    
21. Install the right transmission brace (1).
22. Install the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4). Tighten

    Tighten the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

    
    
    
    
23. Install the left transmission brace (1).
24. Install the left transmission brace bolts (2, 3). Tighten
    • Tighten the left transmission brace bolts (2) (to transmission) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
    • Tighten the left transmission brace bolts (3) (to engine) to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).
    
    
    
    
25. Install the wiring harness clip bolt (1) to the right side of the transmission. Tighten

    Tighten the wiring harness clip bolt (1) to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

    
    
    
    
26. Install the wiring harness clip bolt (2) to the left side of the transmission. Tighten

    Tighten the wiring harness clip bolt (2) to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

27. Connect the speed sensor (1) and backup lamp switch (3) electrical connectors.
28. Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
29. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece in Propeller Shaft.
30. Install the torque arm.
    
    
    
31. Fill transmission with fluid.
32. Lower the vehicle.
33. Install the control assembly. Refer to Shift Control Assembly Replacement .
34. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding in Clutch.