Repair Procedures: Removal

Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER )
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Disconnect the main connector (A) and position switch connector (B).

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Remove the shift cable (C) after loosening the nut (A) and bolts (B).
Tightening torque:
1. 9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)
2. 14.7 - 21.6 N.m (1.5 - 2.2 kgf.m, 10.9 - 15.9 lb.ft)
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Remove the wiring mounting bolts (A) and clip (B).
Tightening torque:

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

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Separate the ATF cooler hose (A).

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Remove the ground line after loosening the bolt (A).

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Remove the wiring bracket loosening the bolt (A).
Tightening torque:

14.7 - 21.6 N.m (1.5 - 2.2 kgf.m, 10.9 - 15.9 lb.ft)

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Remove the CKP sensor (A) loosening the bolt.
Tightening torque:

6.9 - 9.8 N.m (0.7 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.1 - 7.2 lb.ft)

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Remove the transaxle upper mounting bolts (A, B).
Tightening torque:
1. 32.4 - 49.0 N.m (3.3 - 5.0 kgf.m, 23.9 - 36.2 lb.ft)
2. 63.7 - 83.4 N.m (6.5 - 8.5 kgf.m, 47.0 - 61.5 lb.ft)
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Remove the engine cover (A) and side cover (B).

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Remove the cowl top cover.
(Refer to Body - "COWL TOP COVER ")
Assemble the engine support fixture on the engine room.
(Refer to Special Service Tools - "ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE ASSEMBLY DRAWING ")

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the windshield glass when installing the engine support fixture.

* A: Use the mounting nut of adapter (09200-2W000).

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Support the transaxle on a jack.
Remove the front wheel guard on the left side.
(Refer to Body - "FRONT WHEEL GUARD ")
Remove the cover (A).

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Loosen the transaxle mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:

88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.8 lb.ft)

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Remove the transaxle support bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

58.9 - 78.5 N.m (6.0 - 8.0 kgf.m, 43.4 - 57.9 lb.ft)

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Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Remove the drive shaft assembly.
(Refer to Driveshaft and Axle - "FRONT DRIVESHAFT ")
Remove the starter mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

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Remove the cover (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 torque converter mounting bolts (A-6 pcs) by rotating the crankshaft.
Tightening torque:

45.1 - 52.0 N.m (4.6 - 5.3 kgf.m, 33.3 - 38.3 lb.ft)

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Support the transaxle safely on a jack.
Remove the roll rod bracket (C) after loosening the bolts (A, B).
Tightening torque:
1. 107.9 - 127.5 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb.ft)
2. 49.0 - 63.7 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)
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Remove the roll rod support bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

49.0 - 68.6 N.m (5.0 - 7.0 kgf.m, 36.2 - 50.6 lb.ft)

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Remove the transaxle lower mounting bolts (A, B).
Tightening torque:
1. 39.2 - 46.1 N.m (4.0 - 4.7 kgf.m, 28.9 - 34.0 lb.ft)
2. 78.5 - 98.1 N.m (8.0 - 10.0 kgf.m, 57.9 - 72.3 lb.ft)
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After separating the transaxle from the engine, remove the transaxle by lowering the jack slowly.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage other nearby systems or parts when removing the transaxle assembly.