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Transaxle Unit (Installation)

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Preparation

Part 1:




Part 2:




Installation
1. Install in the reverse order of removal, referring to Installation Note.
2. Fill the transaxle with the specified type and amount of ATF after installation.

Installation note

Transaxle

WARNING: Do not allow the transaxle to fall from the jack.




1. Set the transaxle on a jack.




2. Mount the transaxle to the engine.

Tightening torque: 64 - 89 N.m {6.5 - 9.1 kg.m, 48 - 65 ft.lbf}




Oil cooler hose (Inlet and outlet side)
1. Align the marks, and slide the oil cooler hose onto the oil cooler pipe until it is fully seated against the ridge.
2. Install the hose clamp onto the hose at the center of the mark and at the angle shown.
3. Verify that the hose clamp does not interfere with any other parts.




Driveshaft

CAUTION:
- Do not damage the oil seal.
- After Installation, pull the front hub outward to verify that the driveshaft is secured.

1. Replace the clips at the ends of the driveshafts and joint shaft with new ones.
2. Push the driveshafts into the differential with the groove of clips upward.




Stabilizer
Tighten the stabilizer nut so that 17 mm {0.67 in} to 19 mm {0.75 in} of thread is exposed at the end of the bolt.




Tie-rod end
Install the locknut and secure it with a cotter pin.

Tightening torque: 43 - 56 N.m {4.3 - 5.8 kg.m, 32 - 41 ft.lbf}




Engine mounting member
Tighten nuts (A) and bolts (B) as shown in the figure.

Tightening torque
(A): 38 - 51 N.m {3.8 - 5.3 kg.m, 28 - 38 ft.lbf}
(B): 64 - 89 N.m {6.5 - 9.1 kg.m, 48 - 65 ft.lbf}