Working on an 86. The receptacle is set in the tranny case on the driver's side. It is the one where the four wire TCC plug goes.

I have a new plug with pigtails and a new receptacle with o-ring. It looks like I need to drop the pan to remove the receptacle ? Anybody know for sure how it comes out ?
I just did a tranny fluid and filter less 5,000 miles ago so if I don't have to drop the pan that would be great...........THX for any info.

 

Look closely at the bottom side of the case plug. You will see 3 tabs that retain it to the case. Take an 11/16, 12 point, deep socket and slip it over the 3 tabs. Then gently push the socket while you wiggle the plug, and pull it out. Install a new o ring on the new connector and a thin smear of rtv (on the o ring)for good measure.
Pan must come down.

 

Thx for the info. I figured I would have to drop the pan.
About 5k ago I put a new TCC servo in and cleaned the connector up, if I would have been smart I would have changed it then. Thx

 

Put that pan plug in while your there this time - I sure wish I had!