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Repair Procedures: Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal
    NOTE:
    • Matters that require attention when installing the transaxle to engine
      1. Check that there is no gap between the torque converter housing (A) and the engine block (B).
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      2. This gap means the torque converter is not assembled correctly and it can cause damage on the key (A) of oil pump gear. In this case, reinstall the torque converter correctly after removing the transaxle assembly.
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      3. If the bolt is tightened while there is a gap, it can cause damage on the key of oil pump gear. In this case, replace the transaxle assembly after removing the mounting bolts.
    • When reinstalling 
      1. If the differential oil seal is damaged and oil is leaking, replace the oil seal with a new one. When installing a new oil seal, use the SSTs (09452-26100, 09231-H1100).
      2. Check that the shift lever and manual control lever are placed in the "N" position.
      3. Check the ATF level after refilling the automatic transaxle with fluid.

        (Refer to " Replacement  ") 

      4. Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) using the KDS.

        Disconnecting the battery negative terminal will not clear the DTCs. Clear DTCs using the KDS at all times.

    • When replacing with a new automatic transaxle 
      1. Install the transaxle after draining the remaining ATF by blowing air into the ATF cooler (ATF warmer) hose.
      2. Check that the shift lever and manual control lever are placed in the "N" position.
      3. Automatic transaxle is already filled with the specified amount of ATF.

        For this reason, it is not necessary to refill and check the ATF. However, the remaining ATF in the ATF cooler has to be drained.

        Remanufactured automatic transaxle is not filled with specified quantity of ATF. For that reason, it is necessary to refill and check the ATF.

        (Refer to " Replacement  ") 

      4. Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) using the KDS. Disconnecting the battery negative terminal will not clear the DTCs. Clear DTCs using the KDS at all times.
      5. Reset the automatic transaxle adaptive values using the KDS.
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      6. Perform the oil pressure characteristics input procedure using the KDS.
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      7. Perform the TCM adaptive values learning procedure.

        (Refer to " Repair Procedures  ") 

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