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Transmission Pan Removal RX330

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Old 05-13-12, 04:39 AM
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Default Transmission Pan Removal RX330

Hi, I went to remove the Transmission Pan on my 2006 RX330 to clean magnets etc and there are a few bolts that are tight against the frame rail. What is the trick to removing them? How did you get at them, what did you use?
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soak them overnight in penetrating oil (wd-40, etc) is step one
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then attach the socket or closed end wrench and either jerk/jolt the wrench/ratchet or smack the wrench/ratchet with a mallet or something similar.
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I tried using swivels etc on the two that are right against the rail but there is no way I can get it up there. Has anyone sneaked them out with a wrench?
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yeah I remember those bolts. I think it helped a little by jacking up the car on that side. And lots of patients. But I did get them out. Tricky putting them back in too.
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