1973 Auto. Trans.

1965 Buick Special Deluxe, 3.7L EngSECTION 1973 Auto. Trans.
  1. Remove hood, air cleaner, fan and pulley, and disconnect battery. Disconnect all wires, hoses and linkages. Remove power steering pump and A/C compressor, position out of way but do not disconnect hoses or lines.
  2. Disconnect exhaust pipes at manifold flanges. Attach a suitable lifting device to engine, raise slightly and disconnect front motor mounts.
  3. Remove bolts securing flywheel housing to engine. On vehicles equipped with automatic transmission, remove bolts securing converter to flywheel.
  4. Remove engine from vehicle.
    NOTE: Converter must be supported as engine is removed.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.