Repair Procedures: Removal

* Use a coated apron, latex gloves, and stainless tray to prevent foreign substance from getting into the transaxle.

1. Remove the under cover.

   (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER

2. Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.

   Tightening torque: 

   33.3 ~ 43.1 N.m (3.4 ~ 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 ~ 31.8 lb-ft)

   Fig 1: ATF Drain Plug (A)

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   NOTE: * The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)

   * ATF can be reused. Collect it in a clean beaker.

3. Remove the battery and battery tray.

   (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")BATTERY

4. Remove the wiring bracket (A) and the air breather hose (B).

   Tightening torque: 

   9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

   Fig 2: Wiring Bracket (A) Breather Hose (B)

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5. Lift the vehicle after loosening valve body cover upper bolts.
6. Remove the valve body cover (A) by loosening bolts.

   Tightening torque: 

   11.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (1.2 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 8.7 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)

   Fig 3: Valve Body Cover (A)

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7. Remove the solenoid valve harness (A) and oil temperature sensor (B) after removing the bolts.

   Tightening torque: 

   9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

   Fig 4: Solenoid Valve Harness (A)And Oil Temperature Sensor (B)

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8. Remove solenoid valve support bracket (A).

   Tightening torque: 

   9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

   Fig 5: Solenoid Valve Support Bracket (A)

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9. Remove the underdrive brake control solenoid valve (B) after loosening a vlave body mounting bolt (A).

   Tightening torque: 

   9.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

   Fig 6: Brake Control Solenoid Valve (B)

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