2.3L engine

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Fig 1: Locating Torque Converter To Flexplate Nut

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CAUTION: When removing the torque converter nuts, the crankshaft must be rotated only in the clockwise direction, otherwise engine damage may occur. The crankshaft, crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by friction between the flange faces on each part. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket may also be moved when the crankshaft pulley is turned in the counterclockwise direction.

NOTE: It may be necessary to gain access to the flexplate nuts through the wheel well.

NOTE: Mark the torque converter and the flexplate for correct alignment at reinstallation.

Remove and discard the 4 torque converter nuts.
- Rotate the flexplate to access all the nuts.

Fig 1: Locating Rear Engine Cover Plate Bolt

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Remove the rear engine cover plate.

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Upper Fill Tube And Bolt

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Remove the transmission upper fill tube.
1. Remove the screw.
2. Disconnect the transmission upper fill tube.

Fig 2: Locating Bolts

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NOTE: Lower the High-Lift Transmission Jack to gain access to screws.

Remove the screws.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission-To-Engine Lower Screws

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Remove the lower screws.

Fig 4: Locating HO2S Connector Bracket Bolt

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Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) connector bracket from the transmission.