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Automatic Transmission Removal/Installation: Installation

  1. Install the bracket.
    Fig 1: Bracket Bolts With Torque Specification
    G11279130Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Connect the connector and the wiring harness clips, and install the short cord.
    G11279129Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • Rotate the solenoid valve connector lever until a click is heard.
    G11279132Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the control rod to the transmission. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Install the insulator using the following procedures.
    1. Temporarily tighten bolt B.
      G11279133Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. Install the insulator and temporarily tighten bolts A and C in the order of A and C.
      G11279134Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. Completely tighten bolts A, B, and C in the order of A, B, C.

    Tightening torque 

    19-25 N.m {2.0-2.5 kgf.m, 15-18 ft.lbf}

  5. Disconnect the ground cable.
    G13489306Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Set the SST (49 E017 5A0) as shown in the figure.
    G13489307Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Using the SST (49 E017 5A0), lower the rear side of the engine while being careful not to allow parts on the back of the engine to contact the vehicle body.
  8. Support the transmission on a jack.
    G11279128Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING:
    • Install the transmission carefully, holding it steady. If the transmission falls it could be damaged or cause injury.
  9. Verify that the torque converter stud bolts are inserted into the drive plate bolt holes from the starter installation hole.
    G13489309Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the transmission mounting bolts.
    G11279139Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Tightening torque 

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

  11. Install the propeller shaft. (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  12. Install the power plant frame. (See POWER PLANT FRAME INSTALLATION [M66M-D] .)
  13. Remove the tunnel member temporarily.
    G11279121Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  14. Hold the crankshaft pulley to prevent torque converter from rotating.
    G11279125Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  15. Tighten the torque converter installation nuts.
    G13489297Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • After temporarily tightening the torque converter installation nut uniformly, tighten it to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque 

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

  16. Install the blind cover.
    G13489295Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Verify that the tabs on the backside of the blind cover are assembled to the end plate as shown in the figure and the clip is attached securely.
    G11279144Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the starter. (See STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  18. Connect the connector clip.
    G11279123Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the exhaust manifold (WU-TWC). (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  20. Connect the HO2S connector. (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
  21. Install the tunnel member.
    Fig 2: Tunnel Member Bolts With Torque Specification
    G11279146Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  22. Connect the control rod from the selector lever component. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  23. Install the front crossmember under cover. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  24. Remove the SST (49 E017 5A0).
  25. Install the ground cable.
    Fig 3: Ground Cable Bolt With Torque Specification
    G13489318Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  26. Connect the oil hose.
    G11279120Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  27. Connect the connector and the wiring harness clip.
    G11279118Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  28. Install the front console component. (See FRONT CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  29. Install the front console panel. (See FRONT CONSOLE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  30. Install the rear console. (See REAR CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  31. Install the parking brake lever boot panel. (See PARKING BRAKE LEVER BOOT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  32. Install the upper panel. (See UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  33. Install the shift panel component. (See SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  34. Install the selector lever knob. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  35. Connect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
  36. Add the ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
  37. Inspect selector lever operation. (See SELECTOR LEVER INSPECTION .)
  38. Inspect for leakage of ATF from all connecting points.
  39. Perform the mechanical system test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)
  40. Perform the road test. (See ROAD TEST .)
  41. Perform the "Initial Learning" (automatic transmission replacement). (See INITIAL LEARNING PROCEDURE .)
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