Control Valve Body Assembly: Removal

NOTE: Clean transaxle exterior thoroughly with a steam cleaner or cleaning solvents before removal.

Support engine with SST (0K201 170 AAO) or equivalent.
Raise vehicle and support it with safety stands.
Drain ATF into a suitable container.
Remove both gravel shields from under engine, (seven bolts each).

Fig 1: Supporting Engine With Service Tool
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Remove two nuts from No. 2 engine mount-to-mounting member.
Remove engine mounting member-to-chassis bolts (two front) and nuts (two rear), then remove engine mounting member.

Fig 2: Removing Engine Mounting Member
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Remove oil pan (19 bolts) and gasket.
Disconnect all electrical connectors, remove eight bolts, and remove control valve body.

Fig 3: Removing Control Valve Body
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