Removal

WARNING: The automatic transaxle range selector lever cable is made out of two cable sections. After initial connection never separate the two metal couplings from one another. Integrity of the connection of the two metal couplings will be lost if separation of the two metal couplings occurs. When servicing the transaxle remove the cable at the automatic transaxle range selector lever and at the automatic transaxle range selector lever cable bracket. If either section of the cable needs to be replaced, replace both of the cable sections. Loss of connection integrity of the two metal couplings can cause loss of transaxle shift control which could result in personal injury.

1. Remove the air cleaner duct. See Powertrain Management.
2. Remove the hood. Do this with the aid of an assistant. See Body and Frame.
3. Drain the coolant. See Cooling System.
4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir. See Cooling System.
5. Disconnect the heater hoses from the engine. See Heating and Air Conditioning.
6. Remove the engine mount strut.
7. Remove the engine mount strut bracket at the tie bar.
8. Remove the cooling fans. See Cooling System.
9. Disconnect the radiator hoses from the engine. See Cooling System.
10. Disconnect the transaxle cooler lines. See Transmission and Drivetrain.
11. Remove the radiator. Disconnect the radiator hoses. See Cooling System.
12. Disconnect the control cables from the throttle body bracket and from the throttle body. See Powertrain Management.
13. Disconnect the fuel lines. See Powertrain Management.
14. Remove the exhaust crossover. See Exhaust System.
15. Disconnect the ground straps from the bell housing. See Transmission and Drivetrain.
16. Remove the fuel injector cover. See Powertrain Management.
17. Disconnect the power steeling lines at the pump and at the front cover. See Steering and Suspension.
18. Remove the accessory drive belt.
19. Remove the upper A/C compressor bolts. See Heating and Air Conditioning.
20. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C compressor. See Heating and Air Conditioning.
21. Raise the vehicle. Suitably support the vehicle.
22. Remove the right front tire and the right front wheel assembly.
23. Remove the right front splash shield. See Body and Frame.
24. Remove the lower A/C compressor bolts. Reposition the compressor. See Heating and Air Conditioning.
25. Remove the flex plate inspection cover. See Transmission and Drivetrain.
26. Remove the engine oil filter.
27. Remove the starter. See Starting and Charging.
28. Remove the front exhaust pipe and the converter. See Exhaust System.
29. Remove the motor mount nuts at the frame.
30. Disconnect the electrical connections from the rear of the engine.
31. Remove the torque converter bolts. See Transmission and Drivetrain.
32. Disconnect the electrical connections from the front of the engine.
33. Remove the right ball joint nut. Separate the ball joint from the control arm. See Steering and Suspension.
34. Remove the outer tie rod. See Steering and Suspension.
35. Remove the drive axle. See Transmission and Drivetrain.
36. Remove the transaxle shield. See Transmission and Drivetrain.
37. Suitably support the transaxle. Use a jacking fixture.
38. Remove the engine mount bracket bolts and nuts from the transaxle.
39. Remove the transaxle support.
40. Lower the vehicle.
41. Remove the plastic cover from the shock tower.
42. Disconnect the electrical quick connectors from the PCM.
43. Disconnect the necessary vacuum lines.
44. Suitably support the transaxle.
45. Install the engine lifting device.
46. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the generator. See Starting and Charging.
47. Remove the engine.