Removal and Installation

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

TM-34 Exploded View:

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine and transaxle as an assembly.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the transaxle.
3. Remove the harness from the transaxle assembly.
4. Remove the transaxle to engine and engine to transaxle bolts.
5. Separate the transaxle assembly from the engine.
6. If necessary, remove the following from the transaxle assembly:
^ Sensors
^ Switches
^ Mass damper with gasket
^ Dynamic damper
^ Brackets
^ Covers

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal after the following.





1. Be sure the grommet (1) is installed flush with the flange plane as shown prior to mating the engine and transaxle.

CAUTION: Do not use lubricating oil for lubricant.

NOTE: Be careful that the edge does not protrude from the socket.

CAUTION:

^ When replacing the transaxle, replace the manual lever with new one or transfer the manual lever (1) from the old transaxle to the new transaxle. The manual lever must have a rectangular hole as shown for proper operation of the transaxle.
^ When replacing an engine or transaxle you must make sure any dowels are installed correctly during re-assembly.
^ Improper alignment caused by missing dowels may cause vibration, oil leaks or breakage of drivetrain components.
^ Do not reuse O-rings or gaskets.








^ When installing the transaxle to the engine, attach the bolts in accordance with the following standard.
- A: Transaxle to engine
- B: Engine to transaxle
^ After completing installation, check for fluid leakage, fluid level, and the positions of the transaxle. Refer to TM-23, "Inspection" and TM-25, "Inspection and Adjustment".
Procedures
Testing and Inspection