Removal Procedure

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the fluid drain plug-(1).Drain transmission fluid into a suitable container.
Caution:Refer toComponent Fastener Tightening Caution.
Install the fluid drain plug-(1) and tighten to12-Y(106-lb-in).Installation Procedure
Lower the vehicle.Remove the fluid fill cap-(1).Fill the transmission to the proper level with the correctfluid. Refer toTransmission Fluid Level and Condition CheckandFluid Capacity Specifications.Install the fluid fill cap-(1).
Fill Plug Replacement Automatic Transmission Unit
Intermediate Drive Shaft Bearing Shield Replacement Automatic Transmission UnitEngine Front Cover and Oil Pump Removal Engine Block Cylinder Block Cyl Block Front Cover
Remove the accessory drive belt tensioner bolt.Remove the accessory drive belttensioner-(1).Remove the engine front cover bolts-(1).Remove the long water pump bolt.Remove the engine front cover-(1) andgaskets-(2).Remove the crankshaft front cover oil seal with anappropriate tool. ...