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Installation Procedure

  1. The transmission-to-transfer case end play check procedure must be performed each time the transmission, transfer case, or the internal components (excluding gaskets and seals) are replaced. Refer to Transmission to Transfer Case End Play Check (F4WD Only) in Transmission - 4T65-E Unit Repair.
  2. Install the transfer case to the transaxle. Refer to Transfer Case Installation in Transmission - 4T65-E Unit Repair.
  3. Position the flex plate alignment hole to the seven o'clock position.
  4. Align the transaxle filler tube to the transmission and install the transaxle into the vehicle.
    5. Fig 1: View Of Transaxle Bell Housing Bolts & Stud
    GM1544753Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the lower transaxle bolt (6) and stud (5).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt and stud to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  6. Install transfer case to transmission bracket. Refer to Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)  or Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (All Wheel Drive)  or Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (Front Wheel Drive and All Wheel Drive) .
  7. Install the transaxle brace. Refer to Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)  or Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (All Wheel Drive)  or Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (Front Wheel Drive and All Wheel Drive) .
  8. Connect the transmission cooler lines. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Hose Replacement .
  9. Install the right and left axle shafts into the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Front in Front Wheel Drive Shafts.
  10. Connect the vehicle speed sensor.
    11. Fig 2: Identifying Flywheel To Torque Converter Bolts
    GM160984Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the torque converter bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 63 N.m (46 lb ft).

    12. Fig 3: Identifying Torque Converter Cover Bolts
    GM289471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the torque converter inspection cover. Refer to Torque Converter Cover Replacement .
  13. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement - Front in Frame and Underbody.
    14. Fig 4: View Of Propeller Shaft
    GM621065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the prop shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
    15. IMPORTANT: Thoroughly clean and apply LOCTITE® DRI-LOC 201® (GM P/N 12345493, or equivalent) to the bolt threads prior to assembly.
    Fig 5: View Of Propeller Shaft
    GM632896Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the propeller shaft-to-transfer case bolts (2). Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

  16. Install the propeller shaft-to-torque tube bolts (4). Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

  17. Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  18. Lower the vehicle.
  19. Remove engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (LX9).
    20. Fig 6: View Of Transaxle Bell Housing Bolts & Stud
    GM1544753Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Install the upper transaxle bolts (1, 2, 3) and stud (4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and stud to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

    21. Fig 7: Identifying Transaxle Wiring Harness Connector
    GM1544750Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Connect the wiring harness (3) to the transaxle.
    22. Fig 8: Identifying Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable
    GM1544831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the transmission range selector cable bracket (4). Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Bracket Replacement .
  23. Install the automatic transmission range selector cable (1) on the manual shaft (5).
  24. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
    25. Fig 9: View Of Coolant Reservoir
    GM125802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Install the coolant recovery bottle.
    26. NOTE: Do NOT overfill the transaxle. The overfilling of the transaxle causes foaming, loss of fluid, shift complaints, and possible damage to the transaxle.
  26. Adjust the fluid level. Refer to Transmission General Specifications  and Fluid Capacity Specifications .
  27. Inspect for fluid leaks.
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