I need to replaced the transmission in my 85 runner, and I was wondering if you guys could give me an insight on what to expect, some tips or help on what to do or what to avoid.

This is my first time pulling an auto trans, so Im not sure on the process. Ive done some searching, but some first hand experience would be nice. thanks!

 

yeah pull all the fluid u can out of it before pulling, also drain the transfer case, use a tranny jack if u have one if not then use some ratching straps to lower it down

 

is it as simple as unbolting the bellhousing then splitting the engine and trans? or is there anything inside the bellhousing that needs to be tended to? thanks!

 

You'll need to unbolt the starter and drive shafts(given), the inspection cover (to get the flywheel/torque converter bolts, and then the wiring for the solenoids. Other than that the crossmember and bellhousing bolts... Just remember she'll be heavy...

 

Take a look at the service manual using the link in my sig.

 

Buy, borrow or rent a good tranny jack. Makes jobs like this SOOOO much easier.

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dropzone - thanks so much. the fsms are great help.

everyone else, again thank you. I just wanted to get an idea of what was involved before I actually do it.

 

trans jack for sure esp if you have never done it before. have a couple of friends handy a case of beer and a good set of tools...

 

honestly if you dont have a lift you dont need a transmission jack or cant use one as they are too tall. what i would get is a atv jack. it has two padded jack points that are about 14" long and 3-4" wide. they are perfect for pulling a trans on the ground. just jack it up until it supports the trans(make sure its stable) then slowly lower it. then when the new one is ready to go in just raise it up.

 

I respectfully disagree.

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al the trans jacks that i have used have been atleast a couple feet tall just saaying im not fitting a regular trans jack under my truck and the atv jack fits nicely under the truck. that is if you dont have a lift(which i dont) if you have a lift then a regular trans jack is the best solution

edit: also remember that there will be a shaft that you will have to wiggle and shaft back and forth and up and down as you pull the trans back from the motor. just saw that no one mentioned that.

 

I got a Cornwell tranny jack that is no more than 6" tall and telescopes 18"+, thus it's a jack not a stand. Dont know what you've been using that you're calling a tranny jack but they aren't several feet tall. Dropped a gas tank with it last week on stock truck with no issues.

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didnt realize that they made low profile ones, that were like regular jacks. i am only used to this kind

http://www.nationaltoolwarehouse.com...ping-C462.aspx

that is what i have always used. deffinatly go with one of the low profile trans jacks though

 

My Cornwell jack covered up by an OEM gas tank from my 90 4Runner.
Made life easy.



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