Tools Required

J 36221 Hydraulic Clutch Line Separator

1. Shift the transmission into the third or fourth mechanical gear position.
2. Remove the shift lever. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement .
3. Remove the shift housing. Refer to Shift Tower Replacement .
4. Raise and support the vehicle.
5. Remove the transmission oil. Refer to Fluid Replacement .
6. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
7. Remove the three bolts securing the transmission to the clutch housing cover.
8. Remove the propeller shaft.

•	For the two-piece propeller shaft, refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.

•	For the three-piece propeller shaft, refer to Three-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.

9. Remove the parking brake and controls, if the vehicle is equipped. Refer to Backing Plate Replacement in Parking Brake.
10. Remove the exhaust pipes from the exhaust mainfold and catalytic converter from the muffler assembly, if required. Refer to General Exhaust System Replacement in Exhaust System.
11. Remove the wiring harness connectors from the speed sensor and backup lamp switch.
12. Remove the wiring harness retainers from the transmission.
13. Remove the transmission vent hose from the NV4500 transmission.
14. Support the transmission with a jack.
15. Remove the transmission mount to crossmember washer and nut.
16. Remove the transmission crossmember from the vehicle.
17. Remove the bell housing bolts securing the transmission to the engine block.

Important: 

•	Do not let the transmission hang from the clutch plate and clutch cover.

•	Pull the transmission straight back on the clutch hub splines.

18. Remove the transmission from the engine.

1. Raise the transmission using a transmission jack.
2. Install the transmission.

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.

3. Install the bell housing bolts securing the transmission.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 73 N·m (54 lb ft).

4. Install the transmission crossmember and bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 77 N·m (56 lb ft).

5. Lower and remove the jack.
6. Install the transmission mount to crossmember washer and nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 44 N·m (33 lb ft).

7. Install the vent hose onto the transmission.
8. Install the exhaust pipes to the exhaust mainfold and catalytic converter to the muffler assembly if required. Refer to General Exhaust System Replacement in Exhaust System.
9. Install the wiring harness retainers to the transmission.
10. Install the wiring harness connectors to the speed sensor and back up switch.
11. Install the parking brake and controls, if the vehicle is equipped. Refer to Backing Plate Replacement in Parking Brake.
12. Install the three bolts securing the transmission to the clutch housing cover.
13. Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
14. Install the propeller shaft.

•	For the two-piece propeller shaft, refer to Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.

•	For the three-piece propeller shaft, refer to Three-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.

15. Install New transmission oil. Refer to Fluid Replacement .
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Install the shift housing. Refer to Shift Tower Replacement .
18. Install the shift lever. Refer to Shift Lever Replacement .