Installation Procedure
- Install the case side cover inner gasket (59).
- Install the case side cover gasket (54).
- Install the case side cover pan (53).
- Install the case side cover bolts (56-58).
Tighten: Tighten the bolts (56-58) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the transaxle mount bracket.
Torque: Torque to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).
- Remove the drain pan from under the transaxle.
- Install the wiring harness connectors.
- Use the utility stand in order to raise the left side of the frame.
- Install the left side frame bolts. Refer to Frame Replacement - Front
in Frame and Underbody.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 165 N.m (122 lb ft).
- Install the transaxle mount. Refer to Automatic Transmission Mount Replacement .
- Remove the utility stand support from the left side of the frame.
- Install the air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
- Install the left drive axle to the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Front in Wheel Drive Shafts.
- Install the left lower ball joint to the left steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement in Front Suspension.
- The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust.
- The fastener develops 2 N.m (18 lb in) of torque/drag against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.
If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
- Install two steering gear bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).
- Install the heat shield. Refer to Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement in Power Steering System.
- Install the lower ball joint nut and tighten.
- Install and connect the wheel speed sensor harness connector (1).
- Tighten the engine mount lower nuts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
- Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arms. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement
in Front Suspension.
Tighten: Tighten to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Install the left engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body Front End.
- Install the left front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the shift cable bracket. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Bracket Replacement .
- Connect the 20-way transmission electrical connector.
- Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left and Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right in Engine Mechanical - 3.4L.
- Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Element Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
- Install the wiper module cover. Refer to Wiper Module Cover Replacement in Wipers/Washers Systems.
- Adjust the fluid level. Refer to the following information.
- Line Pressure Check Procedure
- Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations in Maintenance and Lubrication
- Capacities - Approximate Fluid in Maintenance and Lubrication
- Inspect for proper completion of the repairs.
- Inspect for fluid leaks.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
NOTE:
Do NOT overfill the transaxle. The overfilling of the transaxle causes foaming, loss of fluid, shift complaints, and possible damage to the transaxle.