Main Control Cover: Installation

All vehicles 

NOTE: The main control cover gasket is a reusable type. Inspect the gasket for damage. Install a new gasket as necessary.
1. Install the main control cover gasket.
Fig 1: Locating Main Control Cover Gasket
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NOTE: Install studs in locations 3 and 11.
2. Install the main control cover.
   • Tighten to 13 Nm (10 lb-ft), in the sequence shown.
Fig 2: Identifying Main Control Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
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3. Using a small amount of pipe sealant on the threads, install the transaxle drain plug.
   • Tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
Fig 3: Transaxle Drain Plug
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4. Position the transmission fluid cooler tube in place and install the bolt.
   • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig 4: Locating Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket Bolt
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3.0L engines 

5. Install the wire harness retainer to the front engine mount.
6. Install the lower radiator hose.
Fig 5: Locating Lower Radiator Hose
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All vehicles 

7. Connect the vent hose to the main control cover.
Fig 6: Locating Vent Hose To Main Control Cover
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8. Install the intake tube and the air cleaner cover.
Fig 7: Locating Intake Tube & Air Cleaner Cover
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9. Install the breather tube and connect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
Fig 8: Locating Breather Tube & Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor
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10. Install the battery tray bracket.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 9: Locating Battery Tray Bracket
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11. Connect the wiring harness to the battery tray bracket.
Fig 10: Locating Battery Tray Bracket & Wiring Harness
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12. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
13. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.

3.0L engines 

14. Fill the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.

All vehicles 

15. Start the engine, run through all of the gears and check the transmission fluid level.