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Automatic Transaxle: Installation

  1. Using a transmission jack, install the transmission (2WD) or transmission/transfer case assembly (4WD) (A).
    Fig 1: Installing Transmission (2WD) Or Transmission/Transfer Case Assembly (4WD) (A)
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  2. Tighten the transmission mounting bolts (A,B).

    TORQUE

    1. 30-42 N.m (3.0-4.2 kgf.m, 21.6-30.3 lb-ft)
    2. 30-42 N.m (3.0-4.2 kgf.m, 21.6-30.3 lb-ft)
      Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Mounting Bolts
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  3. Install the transfer case connectors (A) (4WD)
    Fig 3: Identifying Transfer Case Connectors
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  4. Install the vehicle speed sensor connector (A).
    Fig 4: Vehicle Speed Sensor Connector
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  5. Connect the transmission wire harness connectors (A).
    Fig 5: Transmission Wire Harness Connectors
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  6. Install the crossmember mounting bolts (A).
    Fig 6: Identifying Crossmember Mounting Bolts
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  7. Install the starter motor mounting bolts (A) and the other bolts (B).

    TORQUE

    1. 50-65 N.m (5.0-6.5 kgf.m, 36.2-47.0 lb-ft)
    2. 34.3-46 N.m (3.5-4.7 kgf.m, 25.3-33.9 lb-ft)
      Fig 7: Identifying Starter Motor Mounting Bolts
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  8. Install the Tighten the transaxle lower mounting bolts (A).
    Fig 8: Identifying Transaxle Lower Mounting Bolts
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  9. Install the drive plate bolts (A) by turning the timing gear.

    TORQUE :

    34.3-41.1 N.m (3.5-4.2 kgf.m, 25.3-30.3 lb-ft)

    NOTE: Install the bolts (A-6ea) rotating the crankshaft clockwise.
    Fig 9: Drive Plate Bolts
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  10. Install the drive plate cover (A).
    Fig 10: Drive Plate Cover
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  11. Install the oil cooler pipes (A).
    Fig 11: Oil Cooler Pipes
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  12. Install the shift cable (A).
    Fig 12: Shift Cable
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  13. Install the shift cable cover (A).
    Fig 13: Shift Cable Cover
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  14. Install the transmission oil level gauge (A).
    Fig 14: Transmission Oil Dipstick Tube
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  15. Install the rear propeller shaft (A).

    TORQUE :

    58.83-68.64 N.m (6-7 kgf.m, 43.39-50.63 lb-ft)

    Fig 15: Rear Propeller Shaft (A)
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  16. Install the front muffler (A) and the heat protector.
    Fig 16: Identifying Front Muffler And Heat Protector
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  17. Install the front propeller shaft (A) (4WD)

    TORQUE :

    58.83-68.64 N.m (6-7 kgf.m, 43.39-50.63 lb-ft)

    Fig 17: Front Propeller Shaft
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  18. Refill the transmission fluid (see GENERAL SPECIFICATION ).
  19. Install the under cover (A).
    Fig 18: Identifying Under Cover
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  20. Install the 02 sensor connectors (A).
    Fig 19: Identifying 02 Sensor Connectors (1 Of 2)
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    Fig 20: Identifying 02 Sensor Connectors (1 Of 2)
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  21. Install the engine cover (A).
    Fig 21: Identifying Engine Cover
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  22. Install the battery (-) terminal (A).
    Fig 22: Identifying Battery Terminal
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  23. Refill the transmission fluid (see GENERAL SPECIFICATION ).