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Tools Required

J 28458 Seal Protector Retainer Installer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 858994  Size: SH
  1. Remove the transmission filter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the transmission harness 20-way connector (1) from the transmission internal harness pass-through connector.
  3. Depress both tabs on the connector and pull straight up; do not pry the connector.

    Important: Removal of the valve body is not necessary for the following procedure.

  4. Remove the 1-2 accumulator. Do not remove the spacer plate. Refer to Accumulator Assembly, Spacer Plate, and Gaskets .

  5. Object Number: 181573  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the internal wiring harness electrical connectors from the following components:
  7. • Transmission fluid pressure switch (1)
    • 1-2 shift control solenoid (2)
    • 2-3 shift control solenoid (3)
    • Pressure control solenoid (4)
    • Torque converter clutch pulse width modulation (TCC PWM) solenoid (5)
    • 3-2 control solenoid (6)

    Object Number: 298154  Size: SH
  8. Remove the TCC PWM solenoid retainer.
  9. Remove the TCC PWM solenoid in order to access one of the TCC solenoid bolts.

  10. Object Number: 298162  Size: SH
  11. Remove the pressure control solenoid retainer.
  12. Remove the pressure control solenoid.

  13. Object Number: 298139  Size: SH
  14. Remove the TCC solenoid bolts and the valve body bolts which retain the internal wiring harness.

  15. Object Number: 71463  Size: SH
  16. Using J 28458 , release the pass-through electrical connector from the transmission case.
  17. 10.1. Use the small end of the J 28458 over the top of the connector.
    10.2. Twist in order to release the four tabs retaining the connector.
    10.3. Pull the harness connector down through the transmission case.
  18. Remove the TCC solenoid (with O-ring seal) and wiring harness.

  19. Object Number: 155017  Size: SH
  20. Inspect the TCC solenoid and wiring harness for the following defects:
  21. • Damage
    • Cracked connectors
    • Exposed wires
    • Loose pins

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 71463  Size: SH
  1. Install the wiring harness and TCC solenoid with a new O-ring seal to the transmission.
  2. Install the pass-through electrical connector to the transmission case.

  3. Object Number: 298139  Size: SH

    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.

  4. Install the valve body bolts which retain the internal wiring harness and install the TCC solenoid bolts.
  5. Tighten

        • Tighten the control valve body bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).
        • Tighten the TCC solenoid bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

    Object Number: 298162  Size: SH
  6. Install the pressure control solenoid.
  7. Ensure that the electrical tabs are facing outboard.

  8. Install the pressure control solenoid retainer and bolt.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 11 N·m (97 lb in).


    Object Number: 298154  Size: SH
  10. Install the TCC PWM solenoid to the control valve body.
  11. Install the TCC PWM solenoid retainer.

  12. Object Number: 181573  Size: SH
  13. Connect the internal wiring harness electrical connectors to the following components:
  14. • Transmission fluid pressure switch (1)
    • 1-2 shift control solenoid (2)
    • 2-3 shift control solenoid (3)
    • Pressure control solenoid (4)
    • TCC PWM solenoid (5)
    • 3-2 control solenoid (6)
  15. Install the 1-2 accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Assembly, Spacer Plate, and Gaskets .

  16. Object Number: 858994  Size: SH
  17. Connect the transmission harness 20-way connector (1) to the transmission pass-through connector.
  18. Align the arrows on each half of the connector and insert straight down.

  19. Install the transmission filter. Refer to Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Replacement .
  20. Important: It is recommended that transmission adaptive pressure (TAP) information be reset.

    Resetting the TAP values using a scan tool will erase all learned values in all cells. As a result, The ECM, PCM or TCM will need to relearn TAP values. Transmission performance may be affected as new TAP values are learned.

  21. Reset the TAP values. Refer to Transmission Adaptive Functions .