C5 Corvette Remove Transmission with Torque Tube Still in Car

Tools Required

• Floor jack
• Jack stands
• 10mm socket
• 13mm socket
• 15mm socket
• 18mm socket
• 21mm socket
• 24mm socket
• 30mm socket
• Extension bars
• Universal joints
• Torque wrench

Safety Precautions

• Park the car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
• Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
• Allow the engine to cool down before beginning work.
• Wear safety glasses and gloves.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Remove the rear wheels

1. Place a floor jack under the rear of the car and raise it until the tire is off the ground.
2. Remove the lug nuts and take off the tire.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other rear wheel.

2. Remove the exhaust system

1. Locate the exhaust pipes that connect to the transmission.
2. Unbolt the exhaust pipes from the transmission.
3. Remove the exhaust system from the car.

3. Remove the driveshaft

1. Locate the driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential.
2. Unbolt the driveshaft from the differential.
3. Unbolt the driveshaft from the transmission.
4. Remove the driveshaft from the car.

4. Remove the torque tube

1. Locate the torque tube that connects the transmission to the differential.
2. Unbolt the torque tube from the differential.
3. Unbolt the torque tube from the transmission.
4. Remove the torque tube from the car.

5. Remove the transmission

1. Locate the transmission mount bolts.
2. Remove the transmission mount bolts.
3. Lower the transmission until it is free from the car.
4. Remove the transmission from the car.

6. Reinstall the transmission

1. Place the transmission in the car.
2. Bolt the transmission to the engine.
3. Bolt the transmission mount bolts.
4. Connect the torque tube to the transmission.
5. Connect the torque tube to the differential.
6. Connect the driveshaft to the transmission.
7. Connect the driveshaft to the differential.
8. Install the exhaust system.
9. Reinstall the rear wheels.

Tips

• Use a torque wrench to tighten all bolts to the correct specifications.
• Be careful not to damage the transmission or torque tube when removing them.
• If you are having difficulty removing the transmission, you can use a transmission jack to help you.

Conclusion

Removing the transmission with the torque tube still in the car is a relatively simple process that can be completed in a few hours. By following these instructions, you can save yourself time and money by doing the job yourself.