Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Feed Pipe Seal Rings

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Inspect the oil feed pipes for plugged passages, bent pipes, or cracks.
Inspect the oil feed pipe seal rings in order to verify the proper location of the seal rings.
IMPORTANT: The oil feed pipe seals are glued into place during the initial assembly. If a seal ring is to be replaced, be sure to thoroughly clean any residual glue from the feed pipes.
Replace the seal rings only if they are cut, swelled, or damaged.

Fig 2: Removing & Installing Oil Feed Pipes

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Hand start the oil feed pipe assembly bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the oil feed pipe assembly bolts to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

Fig 3: Installing NEW Oil Filter Neck Seal

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Install the new filter neck seal into the transaxle case. A large socket can be used as an installation tool. Two mallets can be used as well.

Fig 4: View Of Oil Filter, O-Ring Seal & Oil Level Control Valve

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Coat the filter O-ring seal with a small amount of petroleum jelly, and install the filter into the transaxle case.

NOTE: Push straight down on the center of the oil level control valve in order to prevent damage to the case bore.

Install the oil level control valve.
Install the transaxle oil pan and gasket. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.
Add DEXRON® III P/N 21019223 transaxle fluid or equivalent.
Specification:
- The bottom pan removal capacity is approximately 6.5 L (6.9 qt).
- The complete overhaul capacity is approximately 9 L (9.5 qt).
- The dry capacity is approximately 12.2 L (12.9 qt).
Start the engine, warm up the transaxle, and check for leaks.
Check the fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .