In-Vehicle Repair: Solenoids: Installation

Inspect the solenoid(s) for damage.

Fig 1: Locating Solenoid
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If a new solenoid is not being installed, install the solenoid(s) into the bore from which it was removed.

If installing a new Variable Force Solenoid (VFS), determine the base part number of the solenoid(s). The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) solenoid, Shift Solenoid A (SSA) and Shift Solenoid C (SSC) are all normally low pressure solenoids. The Line Pressure Control (LPC) solenoid, Shift Solenoid B (SSB) and Shift Solenoid D (SSD) are all normally high pressure solenoids. Shift Solenoid E (SSE) is not a VFS , it is an ON/OFF solenoid.

Fig 2: Identifying Solenoid

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ITEM DESCRIPTION

Item	Part Number	Description
1	7G136	SSA (normally low)
2	7G383	SSB (normally high)
3	7G136	SSC (normally low)
4	7G383	SSD (normally high)
5	7G484	SSE (normally closed [OFF])
6	7G136	TCC solenoid (normally low)
7	7G383	LPC solenoid (normally high)

Determine the part number suffix by checking the solenoid service band number etched on the side of the solenoid. The band number is the third digit on the side of the solenoid and will be a 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5. Use the following table to determine the part number suffix and match the new solenoid base part number and suffix with the old solenoid.

SOLENOID BAND NUMBER CHART

Solenoid Band Number	Part Number Suffix
1	B
2	C
3	D
4	E
5	F

Fig 3: Identifying Solenoid Service Band Number

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Install the Leadframe Guide Pins in the solenoid body to align the lead frame for installation.

Fig 4: Identifying Leadframe Guide Pins
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Position the leadframe on the Leadframe Guide Pins and carefully install the leadframe by pushing straight down into the solenoids.
Remove the Leadframe Guide Pins.

Fig 5: Identifying Leadframe Guide Pins
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Install the 5 leadframe screws.

Fig 6: Locating Leadframe Screws
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Connect the OSS sensor electrical connector.

Fig 7: Locating OSS Sensor Electrical Connector
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Connect the TR sensor electrical connector.

Fig 8: Locating TR Sensor Electrical Connector
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Install the main control cover grommet.

Fig 9: Locating Main Control Cover Grommet
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Clean the main control cover sealing surface and inspect for damage.

Fig 10: Locating Main Control Cover Sealing Surface
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Apply silicone to the main control sealing surface of the transaxle case.

Fig 11: Applying Silicone To Main Control Sealing Surface Of Transaxle Case
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Position the main control cover in place.

Fig 12: Locating Main Control Cover
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NOTE: Inspect the main control cover grommet to make sure that the seal is on the inside of the main control cover, or a transmission fluid leak will occur.

NOTE: Install the stud bolts in the locations noted during disassembly.

Tighten the 8 main control cover bolts and 5 stud bolts.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Fig 13: Locating Bolts, Stud Bolts And Main Control Cover
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Position the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket and transmission fluid cooler tube assembly in place and install the 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Fig 14: Positioning Transmission Fluid Cooler Tube Bracket
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Connect the transaxle electrical wiring harness retainers to the main control cover stud bolts.

Fig 15: Locating Transaxle Electrical Wiring Harness Retainers
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Connect the transaxle electrical connector.

Fig 16: Locating Transaxle Electrical Connector
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Install the ACL assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 2.5L or INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) .
Install the underbody cover and the screws.

Fig 17: Locating Underbody Cover And Screws
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Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.

Fig 18: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
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Start the engine and let it run for 3 minutes. Move the range selector lever into each gear position. Check the transmission fluid level, making sure that the transmission fluid is at the correct level.