Remove the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hoses from the transmission, then plug the line and hose.
44.
Remove the heater hoses.
45.
Support the transmission with a jack and wood block under the transmission (A/T).
46.
Remove the transmission mount (A/T).
47.
Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the transmission mount bracket (C) (A/T).
48.
Install the transmission hanger bracket (P/N 21232- RCT-A00) (A) and washer (B) on the transmission (A/T).
49.
Attach the special tools to the engine as shown.
50.
Remove the side engine mount bracket mounting bolt and nut.
51.
Remove the transmission mount bracket mounting bolt and nuts.
52.
Make sure the hoist brackets are positioned properly. Raise the hoist to full height.
53.
Remove the lower torque rod.
M/T
A/T
54.
Remove the front mount mounting bolt (M/T).
55.
Make the appropriate reference lines (A) at both ends of the subframe that line up with the body (B).
56.
Loosen the mid-stiffener mounting bolts (A) on both sides.
57.
Support the front subframe (A) with the wood piece (B) and a jack.
58.
Remove the subframe.
59.
Check that the engine/transmission is completely free of vacuum hoses, fuel and coolant hoses, and electrical wiring.
60.
Slowly lower the engine/transmission assembly about 150 mm (6 in.). Check once again that all hoses and electrical wiring are disconnected and free from the engine/transmission, then lower it all the way.
61.
Disconnect the chain hoist from the engine/ transmission assembly.
62.
Remove the engine/transmission assembly from under the vehicle.