Repair Procedures: Installation

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
After replacement or reinstallation procedure of the automatic transaxle assembly, must perform procedures below.
- Adding automatic transaxle fluid.
  (Refer to "FLUID ")
- If the oil seal on the transaxle case side is damaged and fluid is leaking, replace the oil seal with a new unit. When installing the new oil seal, use the specialized tool (Oil seal installer: 09453-3L241, Bar: 09231-H1100).
- After servicing the automatic transaxle or TCM, clear the diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) using the GDS tool. (DTC cannot be cleared by disconnecting the battery.)
- After replacing the automatic transaxle, reset the automatic transaxle's values by using the GDS.
Fig 1: Scantool Display - Resetting Auto T/A Values
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Fig 2: Scantool Display - Resetting Auto T/A Values Confirmation Screen
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Fig 3: Scantool Display - Resetting Auto T/A Values Completed Screen
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- Perform TCM learning after replacing the transaxle to prevent slow transaxle response, jerky acceleration and jerky startup.
  (Refer to "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")