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Installation Procedure

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  1. Install the front transaxle mounting bracket on the transaxle assembly.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 64 Nm (47 Ib. ft).

  2. Install the left transaxle mounting bracket on the transaxle assembly.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 52 N.m (38 Ib. ft).

  3. Position the transaxle on the front suspension crossmember.
  4. Install the 6 transaxle to engine retaining bolts.

    Tighten

    • Tighten the bolts (1) to 64 N.m (47 Ib. ft).
    • Tighten the bolt (2) to 46 N.m (35 Ib. ft).
    • Tighten the bolts (3) to 23 N.m (17 Ib. ft).
    Fig 1: Installing Transaxle To Engine Retaining Bolts
    G03415601Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the front mount through bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 52 N.m (38 Ib. ft).

  6. Install the transfer case assembly on the transaxle. Refer to TRANSFER CASE REPLACEMENT in Transfer Case Vibe.
  7. Connect the 3 electrical connectors to the transaxle.
    Fig 2: Installing Rear Transaxle Mounting Bracket To Transaxle Bolts
    G03415602Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the 2 bolts and ground cables to the transaxle.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (7 Ib. ft).

  9. Install the engine and transaxle as an assembly in the vehicle. Refer to ENGINE REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical 1.6L (LV6).
    Fig 3: Installing Front Transaxle Mount To Transaxle Bolts
    G03415603Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The anodized (gold colored) bolt must be installed first. This bolt is to insure proper alignment for the other 5 bolts.
  10. Install the 6 torque converter bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (20 Ib. ft).

  11. Install the starter assembly in the vehicle. Refer to STARTER in Engine Electrical.
  12. Install the flywheel inspection cover
  13. Install the drain plug with a new gasket.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the drain plug to 49 N.m (36 Ib. ft).

  14. Lower the vehicle.
  15. Fill the transaxle with 2.9 L (3.06 qt) of T-IV (GM Part No. 88900925).
    Fig 4: Installing Transmission Support Bolts On Vehicle
    G03415604Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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