Repair procedures

Removal

1. Remove the battery terminal.
2. Lift the vehicle.
3. Remove the under cover.
4. Loosen the drain plug and drain the transaxle oil.
5. Remove the oil pan.
6. Remove the oil filter.
7. Remove the valve body.
8. Disconnect the VFS solenoid valve connector (A).




9. Remove the solenoid valve(B) by removing the bracket bolt.

Installation

1. Install the solenoid valve (B).

CAUTION:
Apply the ATF oil or White Vaseline to the O-ring not to be damaged.




2. Connect the solenoid valve connector (A).

CAUTION:
When connecting the solenoid valve connector, check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, then reconnect it.

3. Install the valve body.

Tightening torque :
10 - 12Nm(1.0 - 1.2kgf.m, 7 - 8lb-ft)


4. Install the oil filter.

Tightening torque :
5 - 7Nm(0.5 - 0.7kgf.m, 4 - 5lb-ft)


5. Continue to apply liquid gasket at application points at the oil pan with Ø2.5mm (0.098in) thickness.

Liquid gasket Part name :Threebond 1281B





6. Tighten the mounting bolt with the specified torque after installing the oil pan.

Tightening torque :
10 - 12Nm(1.0 - 1.2kgf.m, 7 - 8lb-ft)


7. Install the drain plug.

Tightening torque :
40 - 50Nm(4.0 - 5.0kgf.m, 28.9 - 36.2lb-ft)


8. Installation is the reverse of the removal.