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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Remove the under cover.

    (Refer to " Removal And Installation  ") 

  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 lbft)

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    NOTE: The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
  3. Install the air cleaner assembly.

    (Refer to " Removal And Installation  ") 

  4. Remove the eyebolt (A).
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  5. Fill the automatic transaxle with about 5.0 I of ATF SP4M-1 through the ATF filler hole.
  6. Perform the ATF level check procedure.

    (Refer to " Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level Check  ")