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Front Differential: Installation

  1. Install the differential assembly to the case, paying special attention not to damage the inside of the case (particularly, the differential side retainer contact surface).
    Fig 1: Installing Differential Assembly To Case
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  2. Remove the O-rings from left and right side retainer.
  3. Using ST, install the side retainers. Refer to REMOVAL , Front Differential.
    1. ST 499787000 WRENCH ASSY
  4. Install the lock plate.
    1. Tightening torque:  25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
    Fig 2: Installing Lock Plate
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  5. Install the new seal pipe to the torque converter clutch case.
    Fig 3: Installing Seal Pipe To Torque Converter Clutch Case
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  6. Install the torque converter clutch case to transmission case. Refer to INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Case.
  7. Install air breather hose.
  8. Insert inhibitor switch and transmission connector into stay.
    Fig 4: Inserting Inhibitor Switch & Transmission Connector Into Stay
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  9. Install oil cooler pipes. Refer to INSTALLATION , ATF Cooler Pipe and Hose.
  10. Install the oil charger pipe with O-ring. Refer to INSTALLATION , Oil Charger Pipe.
  11. Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand. At this time, not to damage the bushing.
    1. Normal protrusion A:  50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 in)
    Fig 5: Inserting Input Shaft
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  12. Install the torque converter clutch assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION , Torque Converter Clutch Assembly.
  13. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.