Extension Housing: Service and Repair
Case Extension Housing ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the right drive axle from the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
4. Remove the transaxle brace. Refer to Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement.
5. Remove the vehicle speed sensor. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement.
6. Remove the case extension housing bolts (5).
7. Remove the case extension housing (6) with axle seal and the O-ring (8).
8. Inspect the case extension (6). Refer to Case Extension Assemble (FWD Only) in Transmission/Transaxle - 4T65E Unit Repair.
Installation Procedure
1. If removed, install the drive axle seal. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement -Right.
2. Install the case extension housing (6) with the axle seal and the O-ring (8).
3. Install the case extension housing bolts (5).
^ Tighten the bolts (5) to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the VSS. Refer to Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement.
5. Install the transaxle brace. Refer to Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement.
6. Install the right drive axle to the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
Notice: Do not overfill the transmission. Overfilling will result in foaming, loss of fluid, and possible damage to the transmission.
9. Check and fill the transaxle as necessary.
10. Inspect for completion of the repairs.
11. Inspect for fluid leaks.