The valve body can be removed for service without having to remove the transmission assembly. The valve body can be disassembled for cleaning and inspection of the individual components. (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/AUTOMATIC - 45RFE/VALVE BODY - DISASSEMBLY)

Shift transmission into PARK.Raise vehicle.Disconnect wires at the solenoid and pressure switch assembly 23 pin electrical connector.Position drain pan under transmission oil pan.Remove transmission oil pan.Remove the primary oil filter (1) from valve body.

Remove bolts (1) attaching valve body to transmission case.Lower the valve body and work the electrical connector out of transmission case.Separate the valve body from the transmission.