Special tool
 205-754A Splitter, Ball Joints |  211-316 Separator, Ball Joint |
General equipment: Powertrain Jack
NOTE: If the transmission must be removed, do not drain the transmission fluid unless the fluid cooler is disconnected from the transmission assembly.
NOTE: If the transmission is removed for access, it is not necessary to drain the transmission fluid since the transmission fluid cooler is not separated from the transmission assembly.
1. Remove the battery tray. Refer to the procedure: Battery Installation Tray (414-01 Battery, Battery Mounting and Cables, Removal and Installation).
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: Ensure that the vehicle is supported securely.
3. Pump out the fluid from the power steering reservoir.
4. Disconnect the lower section of the steering column from the steering gear.
CAUTION: Install a new steering column flexible coupling bolt.
5. Remove the starter. Refer to procedure: Starter (303-06B Starting System - 2.2L Duratorq - Td4, Removal and Installation).
6. Support the engine.
7. Remove the bracket.
WARNING: Use new nuts.
NOTE: Vehicles with automatic transmission have a breather line attached to the support.
8. Remove the left engine mount.
9. Remove the ground strap.
10. Remove the engine mount bracket.
11. Release and disconnect the selector lever cable.
12. Drain the transmission fluid. Refer to procedure: Draining and Filling Transmission Fluid - 2.2L Duratorq - Td4 (307-01 Automatic/Transaxle Transmission, General Procedures).
13. Remove the front wheels with tires. Refer to the procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
14. Remove the towing device hole plug.
15. Remove the 2 bolts securing the bumper cover.
16. Remove both fender splash guard extension panels.
NOTE: The illustration shows the right side, the procedure is similar on the left side.
17. Disconnect both front struts from the stabilizer.
CAUTION: Do not allow the ball joint to rotate.
NOTE: Discard 2 nuts.
18. Using the special tool, disconnect the ball joints of the left and right tie rod ends. Special tool: 211-316
19. Using the special tool, remove the lower arm ball joint. Special tool: 205-754A
20. Disconnect the PAS lines.
21. Disconnect the pressure hoses from the power steering mechanism.
CAUTION: Liquid leakage may occur.
NOTE: Plug all openings.
22. Disconnect the catalytic converter from the distribution pipe.
23. Disconnect the fuel line.
24. Remove the lower support cushion.
25. Support the subframe. General equipment: Powertrain Jack
26. Remove the front subframe crossmember.
CAUTION: Use only new subframe bolts.
27. Lower the front subframe assembly.
Mark the position of the components to facilitate subsequent installation. Use only new subframe bolts.
28. Remove the turbocharger outlet pipe.
29. Disconnect the two transmission heat exchanger lines.
Prepare to collect spilled liquid. Plug all openings. Discard seals. Clean the area around the element and remove any foreign matter.
30. Disconnect the left axle shaft.
31. Disconnect the right axle shaft.
32. Remove the access cover.
33. Unscrew and discard the torque converter mounting bolts.
NOTE: Discard bolts.
34. Support the gearbox. General equipment: Powertrain Jack
35. Remove the gearbox and torque converter.
CAUTION: Make sure the torque converter remains in the transmission.
NOTE: This step requires the assistance of a second mechanic.
36. Install the torque converter holder.
CAUTION: Make sure the pins are located on the engine and not on the transmission.
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