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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Thermo Element Plate
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  1. Use the J 34094-A  to set the middle thermo pin (123). Refer to Special Tools .
  2. Install the new thermo element plate (122).
  3. Install the pin and washer (120).
  4. Use the J 34094-A  to set the height of the pin and washer (120) furthest from the accumulator. See Special Tools .
  5. Use the J 34094-A  to set the height of the second pin and washer (120). See Special Tools .
    6. Fig 2: View Of Thermo Element & Plate
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  6. Carefully install the thermo element (121) between the two pin and washers (120). The V in the thermo element (121) must contact the thermo element plate (122).
  7. Install the oil pan. Refer to Automatic Transmission Fluid/Filter Replacement .
  8. Fill the transaxle to the proper level. Refer to Fluid Capacity Specifications .
  9. Inspect the transaxle fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .
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