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 ST
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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: Installing Cushion Rubber On 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 Transmission Mounting Bolt And Nut (Lower Side)
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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: Installing Transmission Rear Crossmember
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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 Transmission 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 Bolt
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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 Mounting Bolts On Engine Side
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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: Front Engine Mounting Bolt And Nut With Torque Specifications
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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 Bolts
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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 Nut
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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 the 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.
  Tightening torque:
  
  25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 14: Removing/Installing Service Hole Plug
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3. Install the service hole plug.
Install the starter. Refer to REMOVAL .
Lift up the vehicle.
Set the ST to side retainer.
ST 28399SA010 OIL SEAL PROTECTOR

Fig 15: Setting ST To Side Retainer
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Install the front drive shaft into the transmission. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Connect the ATF AT inlet and outlet hoses to the ATF cooler inlet and outlet pipes.
NOTE: Use a new ATF hose.

Fig 16: Identifying ATF Cooler Inlet And Outlet Pipes
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Insert the ball joint into housing. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the front stabilizer bracket. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the propeller shaft. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the select cable. Refer to INSTALLATION .
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 1 By 180°
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Install the oil charge pipe.
NOTE: Use new bolts and O-rings.

Tightening torque:

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

Fig 18: Identifying Oil Charge Pipe
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Install the steering shaft universal joint. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the heat shield cover. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the front and rear exhaust pipe. Refer to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe, and refer to INSTALLATION , Rear Exhaust Pipe.
Install the under cover. Refer to INSTALLATION .
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: Identifying Engine Hanger Rear
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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 .
Install the air intake boot. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Attach the grille bracket.

Fig 22: Locating Grille Bracket Clips
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Install the air intake duct. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Install the collector cover.
Connect the battery ground terminal.
Check the ATF level. Refer to INSPECTION .
Perform Clear Memory 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.