Repair Procedures: Removal

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Remove the under cover. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Remove the LH side stay and RH side stay (A).

Fig 1: Locating LH Side Stay And RH Side Stay
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Remove the lower bolts (A), after lifting the jack.
Tightening Torque:

39.2 - 46.1 N.m (4.0 - 4.7 kgf.m, 28.9 - 34.0 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Locating Lower Bolts After Lifting Jack
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Remove the dust cover (A).

Fig 3: Removing Dust Cover
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Rotate the crankshaft pulley.
Align the torque converter mounting bolts to the service hole (B).
Remove the torque converter mounting bolts (A) by the SST No.: 09451-D2100.
Tightening Torque:

45.1 - 52.0 N.m (4.6 - 5.3 kgf.m, 33.3 - 38.3 lb-ft)

Fig 4: Removing Torque Converter Mounting Bolts
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Remove the engine and transmission assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ")
For 4WD, remove the front propeller shaft assembly. (Refer to Driveshaft and axle - "FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY ")
Disconnect the wiring mounting clips and bracket after disconnecting the connector (A) and (B).

Fig 5: Locating Wiring Mounting Clips And Bracket
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Disconnect the wiring mounting clips and bracket after disconnecting the connector (A).

Fig 6: Disconnecting Wiring Mounting Clips And Bracket
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Remove the CKPS (A).
Tightening Torque:

6.9 - 9.8 N.m (0.7 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.1 - 7.2 lb-ft)

Fig 7: Locating CKPS Bolt
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Remove the brackets (B) and parking switch (A).

Fig 8: Locating Brackets And Parking Switch
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Disconnect the oil cooler tube (A).

Fig 9: Locating Oil Cooler Tube
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CAUTION:
- Replace the O-ring (A) before reinstalling the oil cooler tube.
- After the installation, start the engine and then check if there are any leakages from the hose.
Fig 10: Replacing O-Ring
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Remove the transfer case (4WD) (A) from the transmission.
Tightening Torque:

29.4 - 41.2 N.m (3.0 - 4.2 kgf.m, 21.7 - 30.4 lb-ft)

Fig 11: Locating Transfer Case (4WD) From Transmission
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CAUTION:
Precautions of the transfer case handling.
1. Preventing damage to the ITA (Integrated Transfer case Actuator)
  1. In case of transporting the transfer case.
    
    Use caution for the ITA not to collide to the other parts when it is lifted from the transporting package.
    
    Use caution for the ITA not to be impacted by the floor or structure.
  2. In case of assembling the transmission
    
    Use caution for the ITA not to be impacted by the transmission, floor or structure.
  Fig 12: Checking Integrated Transfer Case Actuator
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2. Preventing oil leakage
  - Use caution when disassembling/installing the transfer case. If the horizontal position is disturbed, oil may be leaked even with the air breather valve installed because oil remains inside the transfer case.
Fig 13: Checking Air Breather Valve
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Using the transmission jack, support the transmission.
Remove the starter mounting bolts (A).
Tightening Torque:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb-ft)

Fig 14: Locating Starter Mounting Bolts
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After loosening the mounting bolts, remove the transmission from the engine.
Tightening Torque:

[A] 78.5 - 98.1 N.m (8.0 - 810.0 kgf.m, 57.9 - 72.3 lb-ft)

[B] 34.3 - 46.1 N.m (3.5 - 4.7 kgf.m, 25.3 - 34.0 lb-ft)

Fig 15: Loosening Mounting Bolts From Engine (1 Of 2)
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Fig 16: Loosening Mounting Bolts From Engine (2 Of 2)
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