Automatic Transmission Assembly: Installation

Replace the front differential side retainer oil seal.
1. Remove the oil seal by using flat tip screwdriver etc.
2. Using the ST, install the oil seal by lightly tapping with a plastic hammer.
  NOTE:
  - Use a new oil seal.
  - Check the identification marks (L, R) during installation not to mix up the oil seal RH and LH.
  - Apply gear oil to the oil seal lips.
  - Be sure to replace the differential side retainer oil seal whenever the front drive shaft is removed from the transmission.
  ST 18675AA000 DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL INSTALLER
  
  Fig 1: Installing Oil Seal Using Differential Side Oil Seal Installer
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Attach the ST to converter case.
ST 498277200 STOPPER SET

Fig 2: Attaching ST To Converter Case
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Install the cushion rubber on the transmission.
Tightening torque:

40 N.m (4.1 kgf-m, 29.5 ft-lb)
Tap the transmission hanger in the rear side of transmission with a rubber hammer to bend it until it is in close contact with the transmission case.
CAUTION: Do not apply excessive load or impact to the transmission case.

Fig 3: Tapping Transmission Hanger In Rear Side Of Transmission
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While lifting up the transmission gradually using transmission jack, install the transmission to the engine.
CAUTION: This operation requires at least two persons.

NOTE: Keep the engine level.
Install the engine mounting bolt and nut (lower side).
Tightening torque:

50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Locating Engine Mounting Bolt And Nut
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Install the transmission rear crossmember.
Tightening torque:

T1: 35 N.m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)

T2: 75 N.m (7.6 kgf-m, 55.3 ft-lb)

Fig 5: Transmission Rear Crossmember With Torque Specifications
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Remove the transmission jack.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the engine mounting bolt (upper side).
Tightening torque:

50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

Fig 6: Locating Engine Mounting Bolt (Upper Side)
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Remove the ST (ENGINE HANGER).
Install the transmission main mounting bracket.
NOTE: Install to the left side of vehicle first.

Tightening torque:

75 N.m (7.6 kgf-m, 55.3 ft-lb)

Fig 7: Locating Transmission Main Mounting Bracket Bolts
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Attach the ST (ENGINE HANGER) again.
Remove the ST and install the front cushion rubber.
1. Lift up the radiator approximately by 30 mm and keep the position with cloth or other material placed under the radiator.
  
  Fig 8: Identifying Cloth Placed Under Radiator
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2. Remove the bolts from ST (SPECIAL TOOL H6).
  
  Fig 9: Locating Transmission Mounting Bracket Mounting Stud Bolt
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3. Remove the bolt and nut to remove ST (SPECIAL TOOL H6).
4. Temporarily attach the front cushion rubber with bolts.
  
  Fig 10: Locating Engine Mounting Bolts
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5. Install the bolt and nut to the front engine mounting.
  NOTE: Always start tightening from the bolts on the engine side.
  
  Tightening torque:
  
  T1: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)
  
  T2: 45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 11: Identifying Front Engine Mounting Bolt And Nut
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6. Insert the lower radiator pin into the radiator lower cushion on the vehicle side, and install the radiator upper bracket.
  Tightening torque:
  
  12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.9 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 12: Locating Radiator Upper Brackets
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Remove the ST from the vehicle.
Tighten the nuts connecting the engine mounting and the transmission main mounting bracket.
Tightening torque:

45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb)

Fig 13: Locating Engine Mounting And Transmission Main Mounting Bracket Nuts
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Remove the ST from converter case.
Install the torque converter to drive plate.
CAUTION:
- Be careful not to drop bolts into converter housing.
- Be careful not to damage the mounting bolts.
1. Install the bolts which connect the torque converter and drive plate.
2. Install all four bolts by rotating the crank pulley a little at a time.
3. Install the service hole plug.
  Tightening torque:
  
  25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 14: Identifying Starter Installation Hole
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Install the starter. Refer to STARTER .
Lift up the vehicle.
Set the ST to side retainer.
ST 28399SA010 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

Fig 15: Positioning Oil Seal Protector To Side Retainer
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Install the front drive shaft into the transmission. Refer to FRONT DRIVE SHAFT .
Connect the ATF cooler inlet and outlet hose to the ATF cooler inlet and outlet pipe.

Fig 16: Identifying ATF Cooler Inlet And Outlet Hose
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Insert the ball joint into housing. Refer to FRONT BALL JOINT .
Install the front stabilizer bracket. Refer to FRONT STABILIZER .
Install the propeller shaft. Refer to PROPELLER SHAFT .
Install the select cable. Refer to SELECT CABLE .
Rotate the turbine speed sensor 1 by 180° and then restore it to the original position to install. Then, connect the connector.
Tightening torque:

7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

Fig 17: Rotating Turbine Speed Sensor
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Install the oil charge pipe.
NOTE: Use new gaskets and O-rings.

Tightening torque:

38 N.m (3.9 kgf-m, 28.0 ft-lb)

Fig 18: Installing Oil Charge Pipe
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Install the steering shaft universal joint. Refer to UNIVERSAL JOINT .
Install the heat shield cover. Refer to HEAT SHIELD COVER .
Install the front and rear exhaust pipe. Refer to FRONT EXHAUST PIPE . Refer to REAR EXHAUST PIPE .
Install the under cover. Refer to FRONT UNDER COVER .
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the ST and install the engine hanger rear.
Tightening torque:

19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)

Fig 19: Attaching ST To Engine
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Connect the following connectors.

Fig 20: Identifying Transmission Harness Connectors And Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor
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Install the transmission radio ground terminal.
Tightening torque:

13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

Fig 21: Identifying Transmission Radio Ground Terminal
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Pour ATF from the oil charge pipe. Refer to , AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID .
Install the air breather hose. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Air Breather Hose.
Install the air intake boot. Refer to AIR INTAKE BOOT .
Attach the grille bracket.

Fig 22: Locating Grille Bracket
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Install the air intake duct. Refer to AIR INTAKE DUCT .
Install the collector cover.
Connect the battery ground terminal.
Check the ATF level. Refer to , INSPECTION , Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Perform Clear Memories 2 operation. Refer to CLEAR MEMORY MODE .
Perform the diagnosis again. Refer to LEARNING CONTROL .
Perform the inspection at the end of repair work, and make sure there is no faulty as below;
- Excessive shift shock
- Oil leakage from the transmission body, etc.
- Occurrence of noise caused by interference etc.