Automatic Transaxle Assembly: Installation

1. Install the torque converter clutch to the automatic transaxle.
2. Using vernier calipers and a straight edge, measure the dimension "A" between the transaxle fitting part of the engine and the converter fitting part of the drive plate (*1).
   Fig 1: Measuring Dimension "A" Between Transaxle Fitting Part

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3. Using vernier calipers and a straight edge, measure the dimension "B" shown in the illustration and check that "B" is greater than "A" (measured in step (*1)).

   Standard: 

   A + 1 mm (0.03937 in.) or more 

   NOTE: Remember to subtract the thickness of the straight edge with the 8 bolts.
   Fig 2: Measuring Dimension "B"

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1. Install the automatic transaxle w/ transfer to the engine with the 8 bolts.

   Torque: Bolt A 

   64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf) 

   Bolt B 

   46 N*m (470 kgf*cm, 34 ft.*lbf) 

   Bolt C 

   37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 3: Installing Automatic Transaxle W/Transfer

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2. Apply a few drops of adhesive to each of 2 threads on the tip of the 6 torque converter clutch mounting bolts.

   Adhesive: 

   Toyota Genuine Adhesive 1324, Three Bond 1324 or equivalent 

3. Install the 6 torque converter clutch mounting bolts.

   Torque: 41 N*m (418 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf) 

   NOTE: First install the green colored bolt, and then the remaining 5 bolts.
   Fig 4: Locating Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

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4. Install the flywheel housing under cover to the automatic transaxle with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 7.8 N*m (80 kgf*cm, 69 in.*lbf) 

   Fig 5: Installing Flywheel Housing Under Cover

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1. Install the transfer stiffener plate RH to the transfer and engine mounting bracket RR with the 5 bolts.

   Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 6: Installing Transfer Stiffener Plate RH

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1. Install the engine mounting bracket front to the automatic transaxle with the 3 bolts.

   Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf) 

1. Coat a new O-ring with ATF, and install it to the transmission oil filler tube sub-assembly.
   Fig 7: Installing Engine Mounting Bracket Front

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2. Install the transmission oil filler tube sub-assembly and bolt to the automatic transaxle.

   Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) 

   Fig 8: Locating Oil Filler Tube To Automatic Transaxle Bolt

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3. Install the transmission oil level gauge sub-assembly.
   NOTE: The breather hose should be on the left side of the vehicle.
4. Connect the breather hose to the wire harness bracket.
   Fig 9: Connecting Breather Hose To Wire Harness Bracket

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1. Install the control cable bracket No. 1 with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf) 

1. Temporarily install the oil cooler outlet tube No. 1.
2. Temporarily install the oil cooler inlet tube No. 1.
   Fig 10: Installing Control Cable Bracket No 1 Bolt

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3. Install the oil cooler tube clamp and bolt.

   Torque: 5.4 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf) 

   HINT:

   Install the automatic transmission oil cooler tube clamp and bolt so that the oil cooler tube cushion is positioned as illustrated.

   Fig 11: Locating Oil Cooler Tube Clamp Bolt

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4. Using SST and a wrench, tighten the oil cooler Inlet tube No. 1.

   SST 09023-12701 

   Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf) 

1. Using SST and a wrench, tighten the oil cooler outlet tube No. 1.

   SST 09023-12701 

   Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 12: Tightening Oil Cooler Inlet Tube No 1

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1. Connect the transmission wire connector.
2. Connect the park/neutral position switch connector.
3. Connect the 2 speed sensor connectors.
   Fig 13: Connecting Speed Sensor Connectors

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1. Install the starter assembly with the 2 bolts (1).

   Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf) 

2. Connect the connector (2).
3. Connect the starter wire with the nut (3).

   Torque: 9.8 N*m (100 kgf*cm, 87 in.*lbf) 

   Fig 14: Locating Starter Wire And Nut

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1. Connect the wire harness with the bolt.

   Torque: 13 N*m (133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf) 

   Fig 15: Connecting Wire Harness

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1. Install the 2 clamps and 3 bolts.

   Torque: 8.4 N*m (86 kgf*cm, 74 in.*lbf) 

2. Connect the wire harnesses to the clamps.
   Fig 16: Connecting Wire Harnesses To Clamps

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1. Install the transmission control cable clamp with the bolt.

   Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf) 

HINT:

(See INSTALLATION )

Fig 17: Installing RH Front Drive Shaft Assembly

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