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Part 1

The content of this article/image reflects the changes identified in TSB-SB0351-10.

TRANSAXLE REPLACEMENT SUPPLEMENT

Parts Information





Required Tools & Equipment









NOTE: Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling 1-800-933-8335.


INSTALLATION

1. Install the torque converter clutch assembly.





A. Engage the splines of the input shaft and turbine runner.





B. Engage the splines of the stator shaft and the stator while turning the torque converter clutch assembly.

HINT
If the stator shaft splines are difficult to engage with the stator splines, move the torque converter back approximately 10 mm and engage the splines while rotating the torque converter.





C. Turn the torque converter clutch assembly to engage the key of the oil pump drive gear into the slot on the torque converter clutch assembly.





D. Using a vernier caliper and a straightedge, measure dimension "A" between the transaxle contact surfaces of the engine and the converter contact surfaces of the drive plate.

NOTICE
Make sure to deduct the thickness of the straightedge.





E. Using a vernier caliper and a straightedge, measure dimension "B" shown in the illustration and check that "B" is greater than "A" which was measured in the previous step.

Standard: A + 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or more

NOTICE
* Make sure to deduct the thickness of the straightedge.
* If the transaxle is installed to the engine with the torque converter not sufficiently inserted, the torque converter may be damaged.





2. Install the transmission case plug assembly.

A. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the transmission case plug assembly.

B. Install the transmission case plug assembly to the automatic transaxle assembly.





3. Install the No. 1 transmission control cable bracket with the 2 bolts.

Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft*lbf)





4. Install the front engine mounting bracket to the automatic transaxle with the 3 bolts.

Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft*lbf)





5. Install the 4 wire harness clamp brackets to the automatic transaxle with the 4 bolts.

Torque: 8.4 N*m (86 kgf*cm, 74 in* lbf)





6. Install the flexible hose bracket sub-assembly.

A. Install the flexible hose bracket sub-assembly to the transaxle with the bolt.

Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft*lbf)

B. Install the treater plug hose to the flexible hose bracket sub-assembly with the clip.





7. Install the Transmission Control Module (TCM) to the transaxle and tighten the 2 bolts in the order shown in the illustration.

Torque: 11 N*m (112 kgf*cm, 8 ft*lbf)

8. Install the automatic transaxle assembly.





A. Apply clutch spline grease to the contact surface between the crankshaft and torque converter centerpiece.

Clutch spline grease:
Toyota Genuine Clutch Spline Grease, or equivalent

Maximum Amount:
1 g (0.0353 oz.)





B. Confirm that the 2 knock pins are on the transaxle contact surface of the engine block before transaxle installation.





9. Install the lower (5) transaxle bolts.

Keeping the engine and automatic transaxle assembly in a horizontal position, align the knock pins with each hole on the automatic transaxle assembly and tighten the 5 bolts shown in the illustration.

Bolt A:
Torque: 46 N*m (469 kgf*cm, 34 ft*lbf)
Bolt B:
Torque: 44 N*m (449 kgf*cm, 32 ft*lbf)

NOTICE
* Do NOT forcibly pry on the automatic transaxle assembly.
* Check that the torque converter rotates.
* Confirm that the 2 knock pins are on the transaxle contact surface of the engine block before transaxle installation.

10. Lower the transmission jack away from the engine and transmission.

11. Install the 6 drive plate and torque converter clutch setting bolts.





A. Using the SSTs, hold the crankshaft pulley.

SST: 09213-54015, 09330-00021, 91551-80650





B. Apply a few drops of adhesive to the first 2 or 3 threads of the 6 drive plate and torque converter clutch setting bolts.

Adhesive: Toyota Genuine Adhesive 1324, Three Bond 1324, or equivalent.





C. Install the 6 drive plate and torque converter clutch setting bolts.

Torque: 41 N*m (418 kgf*cm, 30 ft*lbf)

NOTICE
First install the black colored bolt, and then the remaining 5 bolts.





12. Install the flywheel housing under cover.

13. Install the sub frame using the SST.

SST: 00002-90080

A. Install the front frame assembly with the 9 nuts.





Front Side:
Torque: 52 N*m (531 kgf*cm, 38 ft*lbf)

RH & LH Sides:
Torque: 87 N*m (887 kgf*cm, 64 ft*lbf)





B. Install the 5 hole plugs.





C. Install the power steering link assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

Torque: 70 N*m (714 kgf*cm, 52 ft*lbf)





D. Install the frame side rail plates RH and LH with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.

Nut A:
Torque 85 N*m (867 kgf*cm, 63 ft*lbf)
Bolt B:
Torque: 32 N*m (329 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf)

E. Install the front suspension member brace rear RH and LH with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.

Nut C:
Torque: 85 N*m (867 kgf*cm, 63 ft*lbf)
Bolt D:
Torque: 32 N*m (329 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf)

HINT:
SST 00002-90080 will ensure all engine and transmission mount studs have lined up with their corresponding holes.

14. Remove the secondary safety support straps.





15.Install the front stabilizer link assembly with the nut.

Torque: 74 N*m (755 kgf*cm, 55 ft*lbf)

HINT:
If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon (6 mm) wrench to hold the stud.

16. Install the front exhaust pipe assembly back onto the vehicle.





A. Install 2 new gaskets to the front exhaust pipe assembly and clear exhaust pipe assembly.

B. Install the front exhaust pipe with the 2 nuts to the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.
Torque: 55 N*m (561 kgf*cm, 40 ft*lbf)

C. Install the front exhaust pipe with the 2 nuts and 2 bolts to the center exhaust pipe assembly.
Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft*lbf)

D. Install the bracket with the 2 nuts.
Torque: 33 N*m (337 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf)





E. Install the support bracket with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 33 N*m (337 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf)





F. Connect the connector.





17. Install the front drive shaft assembly LH.

A. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft assembly with ATF.

B. Align the shaft splines and install the drive shaft assembly LH with a brass bar and hammer.

NOTICE:
* Set the shaft snap ring with the opening side facing down.
* Be careful NOT to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot, or oil seal.
* Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.





18. Install the front drive shaft assembly RH.

A. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft assembly with ATF.

B. Install the front drive shaft assembly RH.

C. Using a screwdriver, install a new bearing bracket hole snap ring.

D. Install a new bolt.
Torque: 32 N*m (330 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf)

NOTICE:
* Do NOT damage the boot and oil seal.
* Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.





19. Install the front axle assembly.

Align the matchmarks and install the front drive shaft assembly to the front axle hub sub-assembly.





20. Install the front suspension lower No. 1 arm.

Install the lower ball joint to the front suspension lower No. 1 arm with the bolt and 2 nuts.

Torque: 75 N*m (765 kgf*cm, 55 ft*lbf)





21. Install the front axle hub nut.

A. Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle hub nut using a non-residue solvent.

B. Using a socket wrench (30 mm) and applying the breaks, install a new front axle hub nut.

Torque: 294 N*m (3,000 kgf*cm, 217 ft*lbf)

C. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the front axle hub nut.

Continued: Part 2
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