I need to remove the automatic transmission from my son's car. I put in a new modulator and K1 spring to take care of a shifting flare and while installing the modulator, the front modulator bolt snapped off.
Soooo I have to remove the transmission and remove whats left of the bolt. If the threads are all galled up, which I suspect, you know just one of those projects, I will have to drill out the opening and install a heli-coil ( being very careful not to go through the case!!!). I will probably replace the front seal/pump seal while it's out. I will be reusing the transmission since it operates fine now since the items were replaced, and we don't have 5 speed to swap out anyway.
I have removed and installed manual transmissions in Fords and Volkswagons. But never done a Mercedes automatic transmission. Been lucky
I reviewed this post
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/88699-auto-manual-transmission-conversion-has-begun.html#post581868
And still have a couple of questions.
Things to remove to get the transmission prepared to remove.
Drain the transmission fluid
Cooling lines
Speedometer cable
Exhaust hanger
Neutral safety switch wiring.
Modulator vacuum line
Drive shaft, disconnect and move to the rear, then place to the side.
Transmission dip stick tube
Cross member
Shifter linkage, disconnect
7 bolts holding the transmission to the engine.
Jack the car up very high. Or use a lift.
Can you think of anything else????????
I will measure the total height needed considering the jack, transmission holder and the transmission height. I have very large 12 ton jacks ( 4) and will be careful. If I have everything together My sons friend has a lift we may use. Inclined to want to use the lift.
I figure the tranny weights about 100# I will use a jack to lower it.
I was going to cut some wood to make a level platform for the tranny pan to the jack plate and use ratcheting band/s to secure it to the jack.
Is it OK to use the tranny pan as a support or should I create something to support the tranny at the pan bolts only?
How far rearward does the tranny have to move to clear the input shaft from the engine?
Rleo listed disconnecting the torque converter. What is done to the torque converter to prepare the tranny for removal.
Additional question on the front seal.
Looking at the EPC net diagrams ( attached below ) The front pump seal is the item that is outlined in blue (#18). Is this correct. Are their additional items I should consider.
Thanks for the info.
Dave