- Remove the transmission oil pan screws (76).
 
- Remove the transmission oil pan (75) and the
transmission  oil pan gasket (73).
 
- Remove the transmission oil filter assembly (72).
 
- The filter may help in diagnosis. Cut away the top portion of
 the plastic filter housing and remove. Inspect the filter for the presence
  of the following items which may indicate wear or corrosion:
 
| •  | Bronze slivers indicating bushing wear | 
 
- Remove the oil filter
 seal (71).