Is it necessary to remove the engine in order to remove the transmission?

Asked by Lilli Jun 30, 2014 at 03:28 PM about the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car is not shifting from 3rd into 4th as it should be.  I am worried I may need to replace the transmission.  1.  Is the process of removing the transmission at home to save on shop labor a practical task for an experienced home mechanic? 2.  Do we need to remove the engine to remove the transmission?

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Astre answered 9 years ago

If you have an automatic transmission, you may need to change the modulator valve. No removal of engine or trans for the job.

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Mart1n0 answered 8 years ago

Trying to remove 5spd. From 03 grand am, not sure if there are anymore bolts holding to motor, I can't get trans to even budge

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