Transaxle Support Insulator: Installation

Clean the rear transaxle mount bolts using a wire brush and apply new threadlock to the threads.
Position the transaxle mount in place and install the 2 lower bolts.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Bolts On Rear Transaxle Mount
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Position the LH front structure-to-subframe splash shield in place and install the 6 pin-type retainers.

Fig 2: Locating LH Front Structure-To-Subframe Splash Shield
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Position the LH splash shield in place and install the 4 screws.

Fig 3: Locating Screws On LH Fender Splash Shield
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Install the 2 upper bolts.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Upper Bolts On Rear Transaxle Insulator
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Install the 2 transmission insulator bolts.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 5: Locating Transmission Insulator Bolts
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Remove the special tools.

Fig 6: Identifying Special Tools
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Remove the universal lifting brackets from the LH side of the engine.

Fig 7: Identifying Special Tools
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Install the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .