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Installation Procedure

  1. Raise the engine left side. Install the transaxle to the engine.
    2. NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  2. Install the 4 transaxle to engine lower side mounting bolts. See Figure .
    • Tighten the bolts (1) to 11 lb ft (23 N.m).
    • Tighten the bolt (2) to 34 lb ft (46 N.m).
  3. Lower the jack from the transaxle.
  4. Install the starter. See Figure .
  5. Install the starter hex head bolt to the lower side. Tighten the bolt to 29 lb ft (39 N.m).
  6. Connect the connector and the wire to the starter (3).
  7. Install the front suspension cross-member.
  8. Install the heat insulator (1). See Figure .
  9. Install the 2 bolts and the nut.
    • Tighten the bolts to 15 lb ft (20 N.m).
    • Tighten the nut to 15 lb ft (20 N.m).
  10. Install the left hand and right hand drive shafts (2).
  11. Fill the transaxle oil (1). Tighten the fill plug to 15 lb ft (21 N.m).
    Fig 1: Locating Transaxle Oil Fill Plug
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  12. Install the left hand and right hand engine under covers.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Install the front wheels.
  15. Raise the transaxle side.
  16. Install the engine left mounting bracket and bolt. See Figure .
  17. Install the 3 engine left mounting bracket bolts and nuts. Tighten the bolt (2) to 64 lb ft (87 N.m).
  18. Remove the Engine Support Fixture (J 28467-A and the J 28467-330 with the J 28467-89). See Figure .
  19. Install the 3 transaxle upper side mounting bolts (1). See Figure . Tighten the bolt to 47 lb ft (64 N.m).
  20. Install the starter set bolt to the transaxle upper side. Tighten the bolt to 29 lb ft (39 N.m).
  21. Connect the 2 control cables to the transaxle.
  22. Connect the 2 clips to the cables.
  23. Connect the 2 clips and washers.
  24. Connect the set bolt of the ground cable to the transaxle.
  25. Connect the following components:
    • The backup light switch connector.
    • The vehicle speed sensor connector.
  26. Install the clutch release cylinder and line.
  27. Install the 2 bolts (1). See Figure . Tighten the bolts to 106 lb in (12 N.m).
  28. Connect the 3 hex head bolts to the clutch line bracket. Tighten the bolts to 106 lb in (12 N.m).
  29. Install the air cleaner case assembly (3). See Figure .
  30. Install the battery.
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