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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Case Side Cover
    GM48208Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the J 36850  Transjel Lubricant to the case side cover O-ring (59). See Special Tools .
  2. Install the O-ring (59) to the case side cover.
  3. Install the case side cover gasket (54).
  4. Install the case side cover (53).
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Case Side Cover Bolts/Locations
    GM164786Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the case side cover bolts (56,57,58) except top bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: View Of Transaxle Mount Bracket And Bolts
    GM161246Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the transaxle mount bracket
  7. Install the transaxle mount bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft)

  8. Install a jack stand under the left frame rail and raise frame while aligning transaxle mount bolts with frame and ball joint with the steering knuckle.
  9. Install and tighten the left side frame-to-body bolts (2).
  10. Install front cradle to radiator support brackets and bolts to both sides.
  11. Install drive axle to transaxle.
  12. Install transaxle mount nuts (2).
  13. Install the ball joint nut and cotter pin.
  14. Install the steering gear-to-frame bolts.
  15. Install the positive battery cable center retainer on front frame rail.
  16. Reposition the stabilizer bar and install bolts to stabilizer.
  17. Install the wheel speed sensor harness to four retainers on the lower control arm.
  18. Install the inner fender splash shield.
  19. Install the left front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  20. Lower the vehicle and remove the engine support fixture.
    21. Fig 4: Identifying Case Side Cover Bolts/Locations
    GM164786Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Install the top case side cover bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    22. Fig 5: View Of Transaxle Range Selector Cable & Shift Lever
    GM629690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the transaxle shift cable bracket and shift cable bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  23. Install the transaxle shift cable to the transaxle range selector.
  24. Connect the transaxle wiring harness connector.
  25. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right and Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
  26. Install the air intake duct and connect the MAF sensor wiring harness.
  27. Install the EVAP hose to EVAP valve.
  28. Install the engine dress cover.
    29. NOTE: Refer to Do Not Overfill the Transmission Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  29. Check and fill the transaxle as necessary.
  30. Inspect for fluid leaks.
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