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Installation Procedure

    IMPORTANT: After installing the transmission assembly, the shift adapts must be reset. Reset the shift adapts using the scan tool. Go to Trans Adaptives Reset under Special Functions on the scan tool.
    Fig 1: Identifying DW 260-010
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  1. Install the transaxle into the vehicle.
  2. Use the DW 260-010  (1) or equivalent to support the transaxle assembly.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    Fig 2: Identifying Lower Engine-To-Transaxle Bolts
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  3. Install the lower engine-to-transaxle bolts.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the lower engine-to-transaxle bolts (1) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft)  .
    • Tighten the lower engine-to-transaxle bolts (2) to 21 N.m (15 lb ft)  .
    • Tighten the lower engine-to-transaxle bolts (3) to 31 N.m (23 lb ft)  .

    4. Fig 3: Identifying Rear Transaxle Mounting Bracket Bolts
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  4. Install the rear transaxle mounting bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the rear transaxle mounting bracket bolts to 65 N.m (48 lb ft)  .

    5. Fig 4: Identifying Front Engine Mounting Bracket And Bolts
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  5. Install the front engine mounting bracket bolts and nuts.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the front engine mounting bracket bolts (1) to 90 N.m (66 lb ft)  .
    • Tighten the front engine mounting bracket bolts (2) to 80 N.m (59 lb ft)  .
    • Tighten the front engine mounting bracket bolts (3) to 65 N.m (48 lb ft)  .

    6. Fig 5: View Of Transaxle With Rubber Access Cover Removed
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  6. Install the flywheel to torque converter bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the converter to flywheel bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft)  .

  7. Install the drive axle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Inner Joint and Seal Replacement .
    8. Fig 6: View Of Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe Assembly
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  8. Install the oil cooler pipes from the transaxle. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement .
  9. Install the impact bar.
  10. Install the front engine cross-member.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
    12. Fig 7: View Of Left Transaxle Mounting Bracket
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  12. Install the left transaxle mounting bracket. Refer to Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement (2.0L DOHC)  or Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement (2.5L DOHC) .
    13. Fig 8: Locating Upper Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts
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  13. Install the upper transaxle-to-engine bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the upper transaxle-to-engine bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft)  .

    14. Fig 9: View Of Transaxle Wiring Harness And Park/Neutral Position Switch Electrical Connector
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  14. Install the park/neutral position switch electrical connector.
  15. Connect the transaxle wiring harness to the transaxle.
    16. Fig 10: View Of J 28467-B
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  16. Remove the J 28467-B  (1).
  17. Install the air filter housing and breather tube.
  18. Install and connect the battery.
    19. IMPORTANT: After installing the transmission assembly, the shift adapts must be reset. Reset the shift adapts using the scan tool. Go to Trans Adaptives Reset under Special Functions on the scan tool.
  19. Add the transaxle fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level Inspection .
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