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I have all the bolts pulled out of the transmission of a 1998 2-wheel-drive Chevy. How do I get it out?

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Do you also have all the bolts out of the flywheel or torque converter? If so, it may just be tight and need a little wiggling to get out.

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How do you remove the drive shaft connections?

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Most two-wheel drive cars and trucks only have one connection. The universal joint, which is on the front facing side of your rear end, has 4 bolts. Take those 4 bolts out, as well as the carriers (the parts that the bolts are holding). After that, take a screw driver and pop the end of the drive shaft out of the universal joint holder. The drive shaft will come down, and then you can simply pull it out of the transmission end.

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Does the radiator need to be replaced if the transmission is being replaced?

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It does not need to be replaced unless it is leaking. The transmission cooler should be flushed out, though.

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Can someone explain why my transmission will not shift out of first?

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It's probable that either your throw out bearing is toast or you have a cracked spline.

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What should I do if I can't shift into gear on my automatic truck?

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A binding shifter linkage would cause this. If the linkage moves freely, then that suggests an improper linkage adjustment. This could also be caused by a low fluid level.

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I just put a new torque converter and transmission in, and now my truck won't move in drive or reverse. What can I do?

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Make sure you have enough oil in it. It usually takes about 13 or more quarts of oil to fill it completely.

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Are there any specialty tools required when changing out a transmission?

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No. Common hand tools will work, but will be easier with an impact wrench and some other power tools.

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How do I remove a transmission fluid pan?

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Undo the bolts underneath or on the sides and pull it off carefully. Make sure not to spill it all over your face, though.

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