Installation Procedure
- Install the PNP switch.
- Install the torque converter clutch (TCC) lock up clutch O-ring.
- Install the torque converter.
- Transfer the transaxle from the bench fixture to the transmission jack.
- Install the side cover transmission mount bracket to the transmission.
- Install the rear transmission mount bracket to the transmission.
- Position the transaxle in the vehicle.
- Install the lower transmission to engine bolts and nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts and nuts to 90 N.m (66 lb ft).
- Install the front transmission mount bracket to the transmission.
- Install the wheel drive shafts to the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
- Connect the wiring harness to the VSS.
- Install the torque converter to flywheel bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
- Install the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
- Install the flywheel inspection cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the transaxle oil cooler pipes to the transaxle.
Tighten: Tighten the pipes to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the 3 oil pan to bellhousing bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 72 N.m (53 lb ft).
- Install the 3 bolts to the transmission brace at the final drive area and tighten.
- Remove the transmission jack.
- Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement (W/LX9) Frame and Underbody.
- Install the engine splash shields.
- Install the front wheels and tires. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the radiator and condenser support and the engine support fixture.
- Install the upper transmission to engine bolts and stud.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts/stud to 90 N.m (66 lb ft).
- Install the shift cable bracket and shift cable to the lever.
- Install the exhaust pipe upper bolts and heat shield.
- Connect the electrical connectors to the PNP switch and transaxle.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Install the air intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
- Add automatic transmission fluid (ATF) and verify the proper fluid level of the transaxle.
- Road test the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.