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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPLYMOUTH1994SUNDANCE BASE, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.2 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSREMOVAL & INSTALLATION - A/TAUTOMATICMODELS F4A22, F4A33 & W4A33REMOVAL
1994 Plymouth Sundance Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic
Models F4A22, F4A33 & W4A33: Removal
1994 Plymouth Sundance Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, AutomaticSECTION Removal
- Remove battery. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove air cleaner. Disconnect transaxle control cable. Disconnect inhibitor switch, solenoid, pulse generator, kickdown servo switch and oil temperature sensor. Disconnect speedometer cable. Disconnect oil cooler hoses.
- Remove starter motor. Remove upper transaxle-to-engine bolts. Remove transaxle mounting bracket. Raise vehicle, and remove wheel assemblies. Remove engine splash guard. Disconnect tie rod end from knuckle. Separate lower ball joint from knuckle. Insert pry bar between transaxle case and axle shaft. Pry axle shaft from transaxle. Secure axle shaft as far as possible from transaxle, and prevent it from falling.CAUTION: DO NOT pull on axle shaft. Doing so will damage inboard joint. DO NOT insert pry bar so deep as to damage oil seal.
- Remove bellhousing cover. On F4A33 and W4A33, remove front exhaust pipe. On W4A33, remove transfer assembly. On all models, remove flywheel-to-torque converter bolts. Support transaxle assembly using a transaxle jack. Remove lower transaxle-to-engine bolts. Ensure all cables, mounts and wires have been disconnected and do not interfere when lowering transaxle. Move transaxle to right. Lower and remove from vehicle.
CAUTION:
DO NOT
damage oil seal lip or serrated part of axle shaft.
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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.