Dodge Caliber. Manual — part 1251

11. Remove the speed sensor connector (1).

12. Remove the wiring harness from the top of the

transmission (2).

13. Remove the transmission vent tube (1).

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14. Remove the throttle body support bracket (1).

15. Remove the upper bell housing bolts (1).

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16. Remove the upper transmission mount bolts (1).

17. Remove the upper transmission mount through

bolt.

18. Remove the upper transmission mount (2).

19. Raise vehicle on a hoist.

20. Drain transmission fluid.

21. Remove the left front lower splash shield.

22. Remove the right front lower splash shield.

23. Remove lower splash shield (if equipped).

24. Support the transmission with a jack (1).

25. Remove the starter (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/

STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - REMOVAL).

26. Lower transmission jack.

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27. Remove the two transmission fill tube bolts (2)

and remove the fill tube.

28. Drain the transmission fluid.

29. Remove both front wheels.

30. Remove the right and left halfshafts (Refer to 3 -

DIFFERENTIAL

&

DRIVELINE/HALFSHAFT

-

REMOVAL).

31. Remove inspection cover (1).

32. Mark the torque converter to the flex plate for

alignment upon installation.

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