Connect Engine and Transmission

1. Check torque converter clutch installation.
Using calipers and straight edge, measure from the installed surface of the torque converter clutch to the front surface of the transmission.
Correct distance: 15.7 mm (0.618 inch) or more.
If the distance is less than the specifications, check for an improper installation.





2. Assemble engine and transmission.
Install the transmission with the 7 bolts.
Torque: 72 Nm (53 ft. lbs.)





3. Install torque converter clutch mounting bolts.
Install the 6 bolts by turning the crankshaft.
Torque: 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.)

NOTE: First install the green colored bolt and then the remaining 5 bolts.

4. Install hole plug.
5. Connect throttle cable to throttle body.
6. Install A/T oil cooler pipes for transmission.
(a) Temporarily install the 3 mounting bolts.
(b) Connect the 2 oil cooler pipes to the unions on the transmission. Tighten the union nuts.
Torque: 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
(c) Tighten the 3 clamp mounting bolts.
7. Install starter.
(a) Install the starter with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.)
(b) Connect the starter connector.
8. Connect engine wire to transmission.
(a) Connect the 2 connectors from the transmission.
(b) Connect the Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch connector.
9. Install oil dipstick guide for transmission.





(a) Install a new O-ring to the dipstick guide.
(b) Apply a light coat of Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) to the O-ring.
(c) Connect the dipstick guide end to the tube of the oil pan, and install the dipstick guide with the 2 bolts.
(d) Install the dipstick.
(e) Connect the 2 breather hoses.