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Transmission Case: Assembly

  1. Install the thrust bearing and oil guide.
    NOTE: Make sure to install the thrust bearing in the right direction.
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    (A) Oil guide
    (B) Thrust bearing
  2. Press-fit the roller bearing using ST1, ST2, ST3 and a press.

    Preparation tool: 

    ST1: BUSHING 1-2 INSTALLER (499277100)

    ST2: INSTALLER (398177700)

    ST3: PRESS SNAP RING (28499TC010)

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  3. Install the CVTF filter, a new gasket and the CVTF filter cover.
    NOTE:
    • When reusing the CVTF filter, check the filter for clogging.
    • Face the O-ring (a) to the transmission case side.
    • Apply CVTF to the O-ring (a).

    Tightening torque: 

    17 N.m (1.7 kgf-m, 12.5 ft-lb)

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    (A) CVTF filter
    (B) Gasket
    (C) CVTF filter cover
  4. Install the oil control valve holder and plugs using new O-rings and new gaskets.
    NOTE:
    • Apply CVTF to the O-rings.
    • Replace the filler plug gasket (a) with a new part after adding CVTF.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

    T2: 22 N.m (2.2 kgf-m, 16.2 ft-lb)

    T3: 50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

    Fig 1: Transmission Case Bolts With Torque Specification
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    (A) Oil control valve holder
  5. Install the oil stopper plate.

    Tightening torque: 

    17 N.m (1.7 kgf-m, 12.5 ft-lb)

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