S15/T15 Sonoma P/U 2WD L4-2.2L VIN 5 Flex Fuel (2001)
Accumulator: Service and Repair
Accumulator Assembly, Spacer Plate, and Gaskets
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Tools Required
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J 25025-B Pump and Valve Body Alignment Pin Set
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J 36850 Transjel Lubricant
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the transmission oil pan and filter.
Important: The 1-2 accumulator can be removed without removing the control valve assembly.
3. Remove the control valve body.
4. Remove the accumulator cover retaining bolts.
5. Remove the 1-2 accumulator cover assembly.
6. Disassemble the 1-2 accumulator.
6.1. Blow compressed air into the 1-2 accumulator cover, as shown, to remove the 1-2 accumulator piston.
6.2. Remove the 1-2 accumulator inner and outer springs.
7. Inspect the 1-2 accumulator inner and outer springs for cracks.
