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Main Control Valve Body: Installation

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  1. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure, noting the following steps.
  2. Fit the valve body retaining screws.
    • Note the location of the five screws M6 X 30. Fit and tighten to the specified torque figure.
    • Note the location of the seventeen screws M6 X 60. Fit and tighten to the specified torque figure.
    Fig 1: Installing Valve Body
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    3. NOTE: M6 fixing.
  3. Fit the output speed sensor and tighten the retaining screw to the specified torque figure. See Figure.
    4. NOTE: M5 fixing.
  4. Fit the input speed sensor and tighten the retaining screw to the specified torque figure. See Figure.
  5. Reposition the internal harness to the retaining clips. See Figure.
  6. Connect the five pressure regulator connectors and three solenoid connectors. See Figure.
    7. NOTE: Ensure extreme cleanliness and never reuse transmission fluid.
  7. Using a new gasket, install the fluid pan and tighten the twenty-two fixings to the specified. See Figure.
  8. Connect the battery and fit the battery cover.
    • Reset the radio and the clock.
  9. Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID FILLING .
  10. Check for leaks and remove split fluid.
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