Installation
Transaxle - 2.5L
Installation
NOTE: If the transaxle was overhauled, or if installing a new transaxle and the transmission fluid cooler has not been flushed, flush the transmission fluid cooler at this time. For additional information, refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning. Clean the transaxle-mounted transmission fluid cooler tubes by hand.
1. Install the transmission fluid cooler tube bracket and the 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
2. Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transaxle by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm connection is secure and position them in the retainer mounted on the main control cover studbolts.
3. Install the 2 secondary latches.
4. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the retainers and close the 2 transmission fluid cooler tube retainers.
5. Inspect the O-ring seal on the transaxle filler tube for damage and install a new O-ring if needed. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean automatic transmission fluid.
6. Position the transmission fluid cooler tube in place and install the vent tube.
7. Install the transmission fluid filler tube nut.
- Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
8. Install the transmission fluid level indicator.
9. Secure the transaxle to a suitable transmission jack with a safety strap.
10. Prior to installing the transaxle, apply multi-purpose grease to the torque converter pilot hub.
11. Position the transaxle into the engine compartment.
12. Remove the Torque Converter Retainer.
13. NOTE: Make sure that the dowel pins are installed in the engine block prior to installing the transaxle.
Position the transaxle on the dowel pins.
14. NOTE: Note the location of the different length bolts.
Install the 4 front torque converter housing bolts.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
15. Install the 3 rear torque converter housing bolts.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
16. Remove the transmission jack.
17. Connect the transmission fluid cooler tubes by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm that the connection is secure.
18. Install the transmission fluid cooler tube secondary latches.
19. Connect the Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) electrical connector.
20. Connect the transaxle main electrical connector.
21. NOTICE: Rotate the engine in a clockwise direction only or engine damage will occur.
Install 4 new torque converter nuts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
22. Install the rubber insulator in the bellhousing.
23. Install the starter motor. For additional information, refer to Starting System Service and Repair.
24. Apply threadlock and sealer to the threads and install the transaxle support insulator bracket, the 3 nuts and the bolt.
- Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
25. Lift the transaxle until the transaxle support insulator bracket is aligned with the transaxle support insulator, apply threadlock and sealant to the threads and install the through bolt.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
26. Remove the Engine Support Bar.
27. Place the subframe assembly on the Powertrain Lift and raise the subframe into the installed position.
28. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the front subframe nuts.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
29. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Position the subframe brackets and install the bolts finger-tight.
30. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the subframe nuts.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
31. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Tighten the subframe bracket-to-body bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
32. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the sway bar links and nuts to the struts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
33. Install the Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) system wiring harness ground and the bolt behind the RH splash shield.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
34. Attach the EPAS system wiring harness pin-type retainer to the subframe under the LH fender splash shield.
35. Attach the 2 EPAS system wiring harness pin-type retainers to the subframe.
36. Connect the 2 in-line EPAS system electrical connectors at the front of the subframe.
37. Install the LH halfshaft and the intermediate shaft. For additional information, refer to Front Drive Halfshafts Service and Repair.
38. Install the LH splash shield and the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown).
39. Position the LH fender splash shield and install the 4 screws.
40. Install the RH splash shield and the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown).
41. Position the RH fender splash shield and install the 4 screws.
42. Install the 2 roll restrictor bracket bolts.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
43. If equipped, install the 7 screws and the underbody cover.
44. NOTICE: The steering gear/dash seal must be fully seated in the steering valve tower groove before the retaining clips are fully engaged into the body. If the steering gear/dash seal is not seated to the steering gear valve tower groove and the clips are not fully engaged to the body, water and foreign material may enter the passenger compartment and damage the vehicle interior can occur.
Install the steering gear/dash seal.
- Apply hand force to the center of the seal, install the steering gear/dash seal onto the steering gear valve tower until the seal is fully seated in the valve tower groove. Install the steering gear/dash seal until the retaining clips are fully engaged into the body.
45. Install the steering column shaft onto the steering gear and install a new bolt.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
46. Install the steering joint cover and the 2 nuts.
47. Install the 3 top torque converter housing bolts.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
48. Connect the wiring harness retainers to the main control cover studbolts.
49. Position the selector lever cable bracket in place and install the 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
50. Connect the selector lever cable end to the manual control lever with the manual control lever and selector lever in DRIVE. Check selector lever cable adjustment. For additional information, refer to Automatic Transaxle/Transmission External Controls - Aisin AW21/6F35 .
51. Install the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables Service and Repair.
52. Install the Air Cleaner (ACL) and the outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.5L Air Cleaner and Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe.
53. Fill the transaxle with clean transmission fluid.
54. Start the engine and move the range selector lever into each gear position.
55. Using the scan tool with the engine running, check and make sure that the transmission is at normal operating temperature 85-93°C (185-200°F). Check and adjust the transmission fluid level and check for any leaks. If transmission fluid is needed, add transmission fluid in increments of 0.24L (0.5 pt) until the correct level is achieved.
56. If a replacement transaxle assembly is being installed or a new solenoid body is installed, the PCM will have to be reflashed with a new solenoid body strategy and identification data file. For additional information, refer to Solenoid Body Strategy Solenoid Body Strategy.
57. If the torque converter was replaced, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure, following the on-screen instructions.