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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1997 🢒 Sunfire 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transaxle - 4T40-E 🢒 Torque Converter, Turbine Shaft Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 104552 Size: SH
  3. Remove the torque convertor assembly from the transmission.

    4. Object Number: 104553 Size: SH
  4. Remove the torque convertor O-ring seal from the end of the turbine shaft. Use a screwdriver.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 104553 Size: SH
  1. Install a new torque convertor O-ring seal on the end of the turbine shaft.

    2. Object Number: 104552 Size: SH
  2. Install the torque convertor onto the transmission.
  3. Install the transmission into the vehicle. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
  4. Connect the negative battery cable.
  5. Adjust the oil level.