Transaxle Rear Support Insulator: Installation

Install the transaxle rear support insulator.

NOTE: If one or both of the mount studs are removed or come out, do not reinstall the old stud(s). Install a new stud(s). Make sure the studs are properly seated in the case, even if they were not replaced.

Install the 2 upper transaxle rear support insulator-to-frame bolts.
- Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
Install the 2 transaxle rear support insulator nuts and the transaxle rear support insulator bolt.
- Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
Install the clutch hydraulic tube into the plastic retainer.

Fig 1: Locating Plastic Retainer
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Install the clutch hydraulic tube spring clip. Push upward on the clutch tube to attach it to the bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Clutch Hydraulic Tube Spring Clip
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Remove the Engine Support Bar.

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Support Bar
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Position the PDB in place. Connect the 2 electrical connectors.

Fig 4: View Of Power Distribution Box Electrical Connectors
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Push the PDB downward to clip the pushpin. Install the 2 PDB bolts and the lower nut.

Fig 5: Locating Power Distribution Box (PDB) Bolts And Nuts
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Install the battery tray and battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Install the 2 lower transaxle rear support insulator-to-frame bolts.
- Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
Fig 6: Locating Lower Transaxle Rear Support Insulator Bolts
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Install the splash shield and the 7 splash shield bolts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Fig 7: Locating Splash Shield Bolts
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