Transmission Removal - Honda 2004 Odyssey Service Manual

Automatic Transmission

Transmission Removal

Special Tools Required
• Engine support hanger 07XAA-001030A
• Engine hanger balance bar VSB02C000019
• Subframe adapter EQS07AODSY0
(Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment
Program, 888-424-6857)
1. Before disconnecting the battery, make sure you
have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write
down the frequencies for the radio's preset stations.
2. Remove the bolt securing the lower portion of the
windshield washer reservoir opening. Remove the
support rod, then fix the hood in a vertical position
using the support rod.
3. Remove the intake air duct, resonator cover, and air
cleaner housing assembly.
4. Disconnect the battery negative terminal, then
remove the positive terminal.
5. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, then
remove the battery and battery tray.
6. Remove the battery cable clamps, connector, and
relay bracket from the battery base.
7. Remove the battery base.
8. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely
supported. Remove the drain plug (A), and drain
the automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Reinstall
the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
A
49 N·m (5.0 kgf·m,
36 lbf·ft)
14-138
9. Remove the ATF cooler hose (A) from the clamp (B)
on the starter.
10. Remove the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF
cooler lines (C). Turn the ends of the ATF cooler
hoses up to prevent ATF flowing out, then plug the
ATF cooler hoses and lines.
NOTE: Check for any signs of leakage at the hose
joints.
11. Remove the starter cables (A) from the starter (B)
and clamp bracket (C), then remove the starter.
E
F
D
12. Remove the transmission ground terminal (D).
13. Disconnect the shift solenoid valve B connector (E),
B
and C connector (F), then remove the harness
clamp from the clamp bracket.
B A
B
C
A
A
C