- 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).