1. Install torque converter clutch assembly

(a) Install the torque converter clutch to the automatic transaxle.
(b) Using vernier calipers and a straight edge, measure the dimension "A" between the transaxle fitting part of the engine and the converter fitting part of the drive plate (*1).

(c) Using vernier calipers and a straight edge, measure the dimension "B" shown in the illustration and check that "B" is greater than "A" (measured in step (*1)).
Standard: A + 1 mm (0.03937 in.) or more
| NOTICE: Remember to minus the thickness of the straight edge. |
2. INSTALL AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

(a) Install the automatic transaxle to the engine with the 10 bolts
Torque: Bolt A 64 N*m (650 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf) Bolt B 46 N*m (470 kgf*cm, 34 ft.*lbf) Bolt C 43 N*m (439 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf)
(b) Apply a few drops of adhesive to each of 2 threads on the tip of the 6 torque converter clutch mounting bolts.
Adhesive: Part No. 08833-00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equivalent

(c) Install the 6 torque converter clutch mounting bolts.
Torque: 41 N*m (413 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf)
| NOTICE: First install the black colored bolt, and then the remaining 5 bolts. |

(d) Install the flywheel housing under cover to the automatic transaxle with the 2 bolt.
Torque: 7.8 N*m (80 kgf*cm, 69 in.*lbf)
3. INSTALL ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET FRONT

(a) Install the engine mounting bracket front to the automatic transaxle with the 3 bolts.
Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf)
4. INSTALL TRANSMISSION OIL FILLER TUBE SUBASSEMBLY
(a) Coat a new O-ring with ATF, and install it to the transmission oil filler tube sub-assembly.

(b) Install the transmission oil filler tube sub-assembly and bolt to the automatic transaxle.
Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf) (c) Connect the 2 clamps to the oil filler tube.
(d) Install the ATF level gauge.
5. INSTALL OIL COOLER INLET TUBE NO.1
(a) Temporarily install the oil cooler outlet tube No.1.
(b) Temporarily install the oil cooler inlet tube No.1.

(c) Install the oil cooler tube clamp and bolt.
Torque: 5.5 N*m (56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf)

(d) Using SST and a wrench, tighten the oil cooler inlet tube No.1.
SST 09023-12701 Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf)
6. INSTALL OIL COOLER OUTLET TUBE NO.1
(a) Using SST and a wrench, tighten the oil cooler outlet tube No.1.
SST 09023-12701 Torque: 34 N*m (347 kgf*cm, 25 ft.*lbf)
7. INSTALL TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE BRACKET NO.1

(a) Install the control cable bracket No.1 with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf)
8. CONNECT CONNECTORS

(a) Connect the transmission wire connector.
(b) Connect the park/neutral position switch connector.
(c) Connect the 2 speed sensor connectors.
9. INSTALL STARTER ASSEMBLY

(a) Install the starter assembly with the 2 bolts (1).
Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf) (b) Connect the connector (2).
(c) Connect the starter wire with the nut (3).
Torque: 9.8 N*m (100 kgf*cm, 87 in.*lbf)
10. CONNECT WIRE HARNESS

(a) Connect the wire harness with the bolt.
Torque: 13 N*m (133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf)
11. INSTALL WIRE HARNESS CLAMP

(a) Install the 2 clamps and 3 bolts.
Torque: 8.4 N*m (86 kgf*cm, 74 in.*lbf) (b) Connect the wire harnesses to the clamps.
12. INSTALL TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE CLAMP

(a) Install the transmission control cable clamp with the bolt.
Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf)
13. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH
HINT: (See page DS-17)
14. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH
HINT: (See page DS-17)
15. INSTALL ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
HINT: (See page EM-44)
16. RESET MEMORY
HINT: (See page AX-16)
Removal
Torque converter clutch and drive plateFor vehicles equipped with vehicle stability control (vsc) system
(a) Notices when using drum tester
Notices when using drum tester.
(1) When using a drum tester, be sure to start the
engine with the ignition switch OFF, and connect
SST to the terminals TS and CG of the DLC3
before the measurement in order to cancel the
VSC operation.
SST 09843-18040
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Using a flatbed truck
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be damaged.
WARNINGObserve the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
When tow ...
Removal
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
2. REMOVE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (for Bank 1
Sensor 2)
(a) Disconnect the sensor connector under the center
console.
(b) Using SST, remove the heated oxygen sensor.
SST 09224-00010
3. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
(a) Disconnect ...