Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Valve Bodies & Internal Components
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Valve Bodies & Internal Components
- Disconnect electrical connector from transaxle sub-harness. Remove control lever from control shaft. Remove bolt and connector stopper. See Fig 1.
- Remove oil pan, gasket, fluid strainer and "O" ring. Remove lower valve body assembly. Remove transaxle sub-harness, joint bolts, seal washer and cooler pipes. See Fig 3.
- Remove sealing bolt from rear cover. Remove snap ring from ball bearing on end of countershaft.
- Remove rear cover, oil pipes, "O" rings and gasket. Install Mainshaft Holder (07924-PJ4010A) on mainshaft to secure mainshaft. See Fig 2. Engage parking pawl with parking gear.
NOTE:
Countershaft lock nut has left-hand threads.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.