Montego AWD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
3. Remove the fluid pan bolts and the fluid pan.
4. Remove the fluid pan gasket.
5. NOTE: Check the transaxle case to see if the filter pickup tube seal is stuck in the case. If the pickup tube seal is in the case it will need to be
removed.
Remove and discard the fluid filter.
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Use a suitable seal pick to remove the seal if it is stuck in the case.
High pressure filter and case cover
NOTE: The axle shaft has been removed for clarity.
6. CAUTION: When disconnecting the fluid cooler tubes pull straight up to prevent damage to the fluid cooler tubes.