Removing the transmission on a Dodge Neon is a time-consuming job that will take the correct tools and the right knowledge. The transmission on the Dodge Neon will more than likely burn out at least one time throughout the vehicle's life. When this happens, you will have to remove the transmission from the Dodge Neon to rebuild or replace it. Take your time to complete this job safely and correctly.
Park your Dodge Neon on a level surface. Raise the front of the vehicle with the jack and safely support it on two jack stands.
Remove the rear differential bolts with the ratchet set and push the drive shaft forward using a pry bar. Place a drain pan under the transmission then remove the bolt securing the drive shaft to the transmission with the ratchet set. Slide the drive shaft out of the transmission and set it aside. Plug the rear of the transmission with shop rags to keep transmission oil from leaking.
Disconnect the automatic transmission vacuum line with the wrench, then remove the transmission oil filler tube, speedometer cable, and wires connected to the transmission and the Dodge Neon. Use a wrench to disconnect the cooler line from the transmission.
Place the jack underneath the transmission and raise it enough to relieve the weight on the transmission mounts. Remove the rear transmission mounts and exhaust tube with the wrench and ratchet set. Keep the bolts and screws with their components.
Remove the bell housing bolts using a wrench and ratchet set. Remove the cover between the transmission and engine with the wrench.
Remove the torque converter bolts using the ratchet set. You will have to turn the converter using a pry bar to access all the bolts around the converter.
Place the jack underneath the transmission's oil pan. Pull the transmission off the engine and lower the jack, pulling the transmission away from the Dodge Neon.
