Automatic Transaxle Assembly: Installation

1. Inspect the torque converter clutch (see TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND DRIVE PLATE  ).

1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the dimension "A" between the transaxle fitting part of the engine and the converter clutch fitting part of the drive plate.
   Fig 1: Measuring Dimension "A" Between Transaxle Fitting Part Of Engine And Converter Clutch

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2. Set the key at the top of the front oil pump drive gear and put a mark on the housing.
   Fig 2: Aligning Key Top Of Front Oil Pump Drive Gear And Put Mark On Housing

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3. Put a mark on the torque converter clutch so that its groove is clearly indicated.
   Fig 3: Aligning Mark On Torque Converter Clutch

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4. Align the marks on the case and converter clutch, and fit the splined part of the input shaft to the spline part of the turbine runner.
   Fig 4: Aligning Marks On Case And Converter Clutch

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5. Rotating the converter clutch, fit the spline part of the stator shaft with that of the stator.

   HINT:

   Rotate it approximately 180°.

   Fig 5: Rotating Converter Clutch

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6. Rotating the converter clutch, align the marks on the case and converter clutch again, and fit the key of the oil pump drive gear into the keyway of the converter.
   NOTE: When rotating the converter, do not push it with excessive force.
   Fig 6: Aligning Marks On Case And Converter Clutch

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7. Using a vernier caliper and straightedge, measure the dimension "B" shown in the illustration and check that "B" is greater than "A".

   HINT:

   Dimension "A" is the measurement between the transaxle fitting part of the engine and the converter clutch fitting part of the drive plate.

   Standard dimension: A + 1 mm (0.04 in.) or more 

   NOTE: Remember to subtract the thickness of the straightedge.
   Fig 7: Measuring Between Transaxle Fitting Part Of Engine And Converter Clutch

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1. Temporarily install the oil cooler outlet tube.
2. Temporarily install the oil cooler inlet tube.
3. Coat a new O-ring with ATF, and install it on the oil filler tube.
4. Install the oil filler tube on the automatic transaxle.
5. Install the breather hose on the oil filler tube.
6. Install the oil cooler tube clamp with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) 

7. Install the ATF level gauge.
   Fig 8: Installing Oil Cooler Tube Clamp With Bolts

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1. Using SST, tighten the oil cooler outlet tube.

   SST 09023-12701 

   Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf) 

1. Using SST, tighten the oil cooler inlet tube.

   SST 09023-12701 

   Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 9: Tightening Oil Cooler Inlet Tube And Outlet Tube

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1. Install the engine mounting bracket LH on the automatic transaxle with the 3 bolts.

   Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 10: Installing Engine Mounting Bracket LH On Automatic Transaxle With Bolts

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1. Install the automatic transaxle on the engine with the 7 bolts.

   Torque: 30 N*m (301 kgf*cm, 22 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 11: Installing Automatic Transaxle On Engine With Bolts

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2. Install the 6 torque converter mounting bolts.

   Torque: 27 N*m (280 kgf*cm, 20 ft.*lbf) 

   HINT:

   First install the white colored bolt, and then the remaining 5 bolts.

   Fig 12: Installing Torque Converter Mounting Bolts

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1. Install the flywheel housing under cover.
   Fig 13: Installing Flywheel Housing Under Cover

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1. Install the engine mounting bracket on the automatic transaxle with the 3 bolts.

   Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf) 

1. Install the front suspension crossmember (see INSTALLATION ).
   Fig 14: Installing Engine Mounting Bracket On Automatic Transaxle With Bolts

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1. Install the engine mounting insulator rear on the engine mounting bracket with the bolt and nut.

   Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 15: Installing Engine Mounting Insulator Rear On Engine Mounting Bracket With Bolt And Nut

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1. Connect the engine mounting bracket to the engine mounting insulator with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 16: Connecting Engine Mounting Bracket LH

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2. Connect the ground cable to the engine mounting bracket with the bolt.

   Torque: 26 N*m (260 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 17: Connecting Ground Cable To Engine Mounting Bracket With Bolt

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1. Install the starter with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 37 N*m (380 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf) 

2. Connect the connecter.
3. Install the starter wire with the nut.

   Torque: 9.8 N*m (100 kgf*cm, 87 in.*lbf) 

   Fig 18: Installing Starter With Bolts

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4. Install the flywheel housing side cover.
   Fig 19: Installing Flywheel Housing Side Cover

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1. Temporarily tighten the bolt labeled A.
2. Fully tighten the 2 bolts labeled B.

   Torque: 18 N*m (180 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf) 

3. Fully tighten the bolt labeled A.

   Torque: 18 N*m (180 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 20: Installing Drive Shaft Heat Insulator Subassembly

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1. Install the front drive shaft (see REASSEMBLY ).

1. Install the front drive shaft (see REASSEMBLY ).

1. Install the front exhaust pipe (see INSTALLATION ).

Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf) 

1. Connect the transmission wire connector.
2. Connect the park/neutral position switch connector.
3. Connect the transmission revolution sensor connector.
   Fig 22: Connecting Park/Neutral Position Switch Connector

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1. Install the air cleaner bracket and transmission control cable support with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 19 N*m (195 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf) 

2. Connect the wire harness clamp to the air cleaner bracket.
   Fig 23: Connecting Wire Harness Clamp To Air Cleaner Bracket

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1. Install the wire harness clamp bracket with the bolt.

   Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf) 

   Fig 24: Installing Wire Harness Clamp Bracket With Bolt

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1. Install the control cable bracket with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 25: Installing Control Cable Bracket With Bolts

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1. Temporarily install the control cable on the control shaft lever with the nut.
2. Install the control cable and a new clip on the bracket.
   Fig 26: Installing Control Cable And Clip On Bracket

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1. Install the air cleaner (see INSTALLATION ).

1. Install the cowl top panel outer (see INSTALLATION ).

1. Install the windshield wiper link (see INSTALLATION ).

Torque: 13 N*m (132 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf) 

1. Inspect and adjust the hood .

1. Inspect the automatic transaxle fluid (see AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID  ).

1. Adjust the shift lever position (see ADJUSTMENT  ).

1. Inspect the shift lever position (see ADJUSTMENT  ).

1. Inspect and adjust the front wheel alignment (see FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).

1. Check the ABS speed sensor signal (see OPERATION CHECK ).