IRS Tranny Removal and Replacement
Place the shift lever in first or third gear.
Take out the rear seat and unhook the negative cable from the battery.
Remove the inspection cover for he shift rod coupling and take out the bolt behind the coupling.
Move the shift lever to second or fourth in order to unhook the shift rod from the coupling.
Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jack-stands. Take off the rear wheels (swing axle models only).
Drain the transaxle fluid.
Take out the engine.
Disconnect and plug the rear brake lines.
Use a chisel to make alignment marks on the spring plate and the axleshaft bearing housing to ensure proper realignment during reassembly, on all models with swing axles.
Parts you might need – link to category Transaxle Parts
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