Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize battery current draw.
Visual Index
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A/T Housing Idler Gear Shaft Removal and Installation (A/T)
Remove the snap ring (A), the cotter retainer (B), and the cotters (C)
from the idler gear shaft (D), then remove the idler gear shaft. Do not
distort the snap ring.
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