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Automatic Transaxle Removal/Installation (FW6AX-El): Installation

CAUTION:
  • Verify that the torque converter stud bolts are inserted into the drive plate bolt holes, and install the transaxle installation bolts. Otherwise, the drive plate could be damaged.
  1. Verify that the torque converter stud bolts are inserted into the drive plate bolt holes from the starter installation hole.
    Fig 1: Locating Torque Converter Stud Bolts
    G09759597Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the transaxle mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque 38-52 N.m {3.9-5.3 kgf.m, 29-38 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Mounting Bolts
    G09075516Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Tighten the stud bolts for the transaxle.

    Tightening torque 15-25 N.m {1.6-2.5 kgf.m, 12-18 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 3: Identifying Transaxle Stud Bolts
    G09075517Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the No. 4 engine mount bracket to No. 4 engine mount rubber, and temporarily tighten the installation bolt.
    Fig 4: Installing No. 4 Engine Mount Bracket Bolts
    G09075518Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Pull up the transaxle using the SSTs  , pass the transaxle stud bolts through the No. 4 engine mount bracket, and temporarily tighten the No. 4 engine mount installation nuts.
    Fig 5: Pulling Transaxle Using SSTs
    G09075519Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the No. 1 engine mounting bracket.

    Tightening torque 131-153 N.m {14-15 kgf.m, 97-112 ft.lbf} *1  or 114-132 N.m {12-13 kgf.m, 85-97 ft.lbf} *2 

    *1  : Applied VIN (assumed): JM3 KE4***E# 300001-327344 

    *2  : Applied VIN (assumed): JM3 KE4***E# 327345- 

    Fig 6: Installing Engine Mounting Bracket And Mounting Bolts
    G09075500Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the bracket.

    Tightening torque 38-51 N.m {3.9-5.2 kgf.m, 29-37 ft.lbf} 

  8. Install the transfer. (See TRANSFER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  9. Install the exhaust manifold (WU-TWC). (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  10. Install the front crossmember component and No. 1 engine mount rubber as a single unit. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    Fig 7: Installing Bracket
    G09759603Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Temporarily install the No. 1 engine mount rubber and bracket plate.
    Fig 8: Installing Engine Mount Rubber And Bracket Plate
    G09075522Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  12. Align the alignment marks on the No. 4 engine mount bracket and nuts, and temporarily tighten the nuts shown in the figure.
    Fig 9: Identifying Alignment Marks On No. 4 Engine Mount Bracket And Nuts
    G09759605Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  13. Tighten the No. 4 engine mount bracket installation nuts and bolt in the order shown in the figure.
    TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

    No. Tightening torque
    1, 2, 3 92-116 N.m {9.4-11 kgf.m, 69-85 ft.lbf}
    4 81-99 N.m {8.3-10 kgf.m, 60-73 ft.lbf}
  14. Install the propeller shaft. (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  15. Remove the SST (49 C017 5A0, 49 L017 5A0). 
    Fig 10: Engine Mount Bracket Installation Nuts And Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G09075524Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  16. Tighten the No. 1 engine mount rubber and bracket plate installation bolts.
    TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

    No. Tightening torque
    1 140-163 N.m {15-16 kgf.m, 104-120 ft.lbf}
    2 55-69 N.m {5.7-7.0 kgf.m, 41-50 ft.lbf]
    3 130-164 N.m {14-16 kgf.m, 96-120 ft.lbf}
    Fig 11: Engine Mount Rubber And Bracket Plate Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G09075525Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  17. Fix the crankshaft pulley to lock the torque converter against rotation.
    CAUTION:
    • After temporarily tightening the torque converter installation nut uniformly, tighten it to the specified torque.
    Fig 12: Fixing Crankshaft Pulley To Lock Torque Converter
    G06731232Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  18. Tighten the torque converter installation nut.

    Tightening torque 41-54 N.m {4.2-5.5 kgf.m, 31-39 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 13: Locating Torque Converter Installation Nut
    G09075527Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the blind cover.
  20. Install the starter. (See STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  21. Install the front drive shaft (RH) to the transfer. (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  22. Install the front drive shaft (LH) to the transaxle. (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  23. Install the front stabilizer control links to the front stabilizer. (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    Fig 14: Identifying Blind Cover
    G09759532Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  24. Install the front lower arms to the steering knuckles. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  25. Install the tie-rod end ball joints to the steering knuckles. (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  26. Install the clips securing the brake hose to the front shock absorbers. (See FRONT BRAKE (DISC) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  27. Install the front ABS wheel-speed sensors to the steering knuckles. (See FRONT ABS WHEEL-SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  28. Connect the water hose to the oil cooler. (Automatic Transaxle Replacement) (See OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  29. Install the oil cooler to the transaxle with the hose connected. (Except Automatic Transaxle Replacement) (See OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  30. Install the front undercover No. 1. (See FRONT UNDER COVER NO. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  31. Install the front undercover No. 2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  32. Install the front tires. (See GENERAL PROCEDURES (SUSPENSION) .)
  33. Install the intermediate shaft to the steering gear and linkage. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  34. Install the joint cover. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  35. Install the selector cable bracket.
    Fig 15: Installing Selector Cable Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G09759611Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  36. Connect the selector cable to the transaxle.
    Fig 16: Connecting Selector Cable To Transaxle
    G09075493Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  37. Install the ground cable.
    Fig 17: Installing Ground Cable With Torque Specifications
    G09075531Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  38. Install the bracket to the transaxle.
  39. Connect the control valve body connector.
    CAUTION:
    • Make sure that your hand does not touch the terminal as the connector terminal could be damaged.
    • Verify that there is no fluid or foreign matter adhering to the connector before connecting the connector.
    • Insert the connector straight as the connector terminal could be damaged.
    • Rotate the connector lever until a click is heard.
    Fig 18: Installing Transaxle Bracket With Torque Specifications
    G09075532Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  40. Install the splash shield. (See SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    Fig 19: Identifying Control Valve Connector
    G09075490Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  41. Connect the wiring harness to the transaxle.
  42. Install the battery tray and PCM component. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
  43. Install the air cleaner and air hose as a single unit. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  44. Connect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
  45. Add the ATE (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
  46. Perform the "Initial Learning" (Automatic transaxle Replacement). (See INITIAL LEARNING .)
  47. Perform the "Mechanical System Test". (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)
    Fig 20: Locating Wiring Harness To Transaxle Clamp
    G09075534Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.