Repair Procedures: Removal

NOTE:

Automatic transaxle is composed of delicate components. Be careful not to cause any damage on the component in the course of assembly and disassembly.
Maintain clean condition so that foreign substance does not get into the automatic transaxle.
Use a coated apron, latex gloves, and stainless tray to prevent foreign substance from getting into the transaxle.

Remove the under cover.
(Refer to " Removal And Installation ")
Drain the engine coolant.
(Engine Mechanical System - "Coolant")
Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening torque:

33.3 - 43.1 Nm (3.4 - 4.4 kgf m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb ft)

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NOTE:
- Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) can be reused. Collect it using a clean 10-liter beaker.
- The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to " Removal And Installation ")
Remove the wiring bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

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

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Remove the ATF warmer.
(Refer to " Removal ")
Remove the valve body cover (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

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

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Remove the main harness (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

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

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Remove the detent spring (A), then remove the valve body assembly (B) by removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:
1. 24.5 - 35.3 N m (2.5 - 3.6 kgf m, 18.1 - 26.0 lb ft)
2. 9.8 - 11.8 N m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb ft)
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Disconnect the speed sensor connector (A).

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Remove the speed sensor (A).
Tightening torque:

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

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