For 1990-2009 cars

1. Remove all internal and external bolts which attach the transaxle case to the transaxle case housing (701). Note the position of the three Torx® head bolts (703).
2. Gently tap around the transaxle case housing with a rubber mallet in order to remove the case housing from the transaxle case.
3. Remove the transaxle case housing-to-case gasket.
4. Inspect the transaxle case housing-to-case mating surfaces for scars or damage.