Intermediate Case: Installation

Clean the mating surface of oil pan and transmission case.
Install the CVTF filter.
NOTE: Apply CVTF to the O-ring.

Fig 1: Identifying CVTF Filter
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Install the O-ring to the transmission case.
NOTE:
- Use new O-rings.
- Apply CVTF to the O-ring.
Fig 2: Locating O-Ring
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Apply liquid gasket to intermediate case seamlessly.
Liquid gasket:

THREE BOND 1215 (Part No. 004403007) or equivalent

Fig 3: Applying Liquid Gasket To Intermediate Case
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Install the intermediate case to the transmission case.
NOTE: Make sure to install the arrowed bolt.

Tightening torque:

25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Locating Single Bolt
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Install the transfer reduction driven gear assembly. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Transfer Reduction Driven Gear.
Install the transfer clutch assembly. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Transfer Clutch.
Install the rear drive shaft. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Drive Shaft.
Install the extension case. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Extension Case.
Install the transmission to vehicle. Ref. to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.