My first time doing an Aisin transmission service

[smittyd174]

Well finally did my 1st Aisin service. Watched lots of videos and read lots of articles. It took me about 3 hrs which seems like alot but one bolt snapped , had to drill it out and tap it.
Discovered a couple of tricks that worked for me and thought I'de share. These only apply to the back 4 bolts. First cut a 10mm socket off so that it is the same depth as the head of the bolt. Second when you put the pan up only put a couple of bolts up front and leave very loose. Then put the back 4 in loosely , this gives you some wiggle room.
It can be done in a driveway and not real messy. Got the check engine light took it for a drive .Stopped and restarted truck and on the 3rd restart light went out.
Its an easy job with 4 bolts from hell. Works great so $ 300 in my pocket.

 

[p-Bar]

Thanks for sharing Smitty.

 

[Cummins12V98]

You should have done a search on here first or asked questions.

A 1/4’ wobble socket extension with a small 6 point 10mm socket works for the four bolts.

Can of spray contact adhesive allows the gasket to stay in place (thanks GS).

 

[tlevan03]

I was able to get my back four with a 10mm nut driver, the reinstall involved a magnet to hold the bolt straight while I twisted them back in. I think the whole job took me two hours and I did my T-case at the same time.