Manual Transaxle Removal/Installation [A26M-R]
MANUAL TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]
CAUTION:
- Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.
1. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement
3. Remove the PCM cover No.1. Service and Repair
4. Disconnect the PCM connector. Service and Repair
5. Remove the following parts:
a. Battery tray and PCM component Removal and Replacement
b. Air cleaner component Service and Repair
c. Charge air cooler cover Service and Repair
d. Charge air cooler Service and Repair
e. Fuel pump resistor Service and Repair
f. Front tires Service and Repair
g. Splash shield Splash Shield Removal/Installation
h. Aerodynamic under cover No.2 Aerodynamic Under Cover No.2 Removal/Installation
i. WU-TWC bracket Service and Repair
j. Starter Removal and Replacement
k. Front auto leveling sensor Service and Repair
6. Drain the transaxle oil into a suitable container. Transaxle Oil Replacement [A26M-R]
7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
9. Perform the auto leveling system initialization. Programming and Relearning
10. Add the specified amount of specified transaxle oil. Transaxle Oil Replacement [A26M-R]
11. Warm up the engine and transaxle, inspect for oil leakage, and inspect the transaxle operation.
WARNING:
- Improperly jacking a transaxle is dangerous. It can slip off the jack and may cause serious injury.
NOTE:
- If the transaxle is overhauled and installed to the vehicle, perform the 'INSPECTION AFTER TRANSAXLE INSTALLATION' and verify that there is no abnormality. Inspection After Transaxle Installation [A26M-R]
Shift Cable and Select Cable Removal Note
1. Remove the shift and selector cable outer ends as shown in the figure.
2. Remove the both shift cable end and select cable end using a fastener remover.
No.1 Engine Mount Rubber Removal Note
1. Loosen the No.1 engine mount rubber installation bolt (front crossmember side) shown in the figure.
2. Remove the No.1 engine mount rubber installation bolt (No.1 engine mount bracket side) shown in the figure.
3. Remove the No.1 engine mount rubber and the front crossmember component as a single unit.
No.4 Engine Mount Removal Note
1. Detach the hose clip shown in the figure.
2. Remove the bracket bolt shown in the figure and set the bracket aside to prevent interference with the SST.
3. Install the SST using the following procedure.
CAUTION:
- Refer to the SST instruction manual for the basic handing procedure.
a. As shown in the figure, set the rear shafts of the SST to the left and right shock absorber installation nut.
b. Install front foot No.2 to the left/right front shaft of the SST, then align the groove of the front shaft of the SST with the folded up part of the vehicle as shown in the figure.
c. Adjust the positions of the SST side bars so that they are the same height (left and right) and horizontal.
d. Make sure each joint is securely tightened.
4. Support the engine using the SST.
5. Remove the battery tray bracket, No.4 engine mount rubber and bracket.
Manual Transaxle Removal Note
WARNING:
- Remove the transaxle carefully, holding it steady. If the transaxle falls it could be damaged or cause injury.
1. Adjust the SST and lean the engine toward the transaxle.
2. To prevent interference when removing the transaxle, remove the brake pipe from the clip as shown in the figure and set it in a place out of the way.
3. Remove the clip and suspend the brake hose as shown in the figure using a cable or similar item.
4. Support the transaxle on a jack.
5. Remove the transaxle mounting bolts.
6. Remove the transaxle.
Manual Transaxle Installation Note
WARNING:
- Install the transaxle carefully, holding it steady. If the transaxle falls it could be damaged or cause injury.
1. Set the transaxle on a jack and lift into place.
2. Install the transaxle mounting bolts.
3. Adjust the SST (49 C017 5A0) so that the engine is located at the specified position.
4. Install the brake hose to the bracket as shown in the figure and install the clip.
No.1 Engine Mount and No.4 Engine Mount Installation Note
1. Install the front crossmember component. Service and Repair
2. Temporarily tighten the No.1 engine mount rubber installation bolts.
3. Tighten the bolt shown in the figure.
Tightening torque
- 61-76 Nm {6.3-7.7 kgf-m, 45-56 ft-lbf}
4. Tighten the No.4 engine mount rubber installation bolt.
Tightening torque
- 94-152 Nm {9.6-15 kgf-m, 70-112 ft-lbf}
5. Tighten the No.1 engine mount rubber installation bolts in the order shown.
CAUTION:
- Tighten the bolts in the order shown in the figure to prevent abnormal noise and vibration after assembly.
- Tighten the bolts while being careful of their length to prevent interference between the steering gear housing and bolt.
Bolt stem length
- Front crossmember side: 62mm {2.4 in}
- No.1 engine mount bracket side: 65mm {2.6 in}
Tightening torque
- 73-90 Nm {7.5-9.1 kgf-m, 54-66 ft-lbf}
6. Tighten the No.4 engine mount rubber and battery tray bracket installation nuts as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque
- 44-61 Nm {4.5-6.2 kgf-m, 33-44 ft-lbf}