Removal and Replacement

Transmission Replacement

Tools Required

J 28467-B (DW-110-060) Universal Engine Support Fixture

Removal Procedure

Notice: When removing or installing the backup lamp switch, do not use an open end wrench. Use only a socket in order to avoid damage to the switch assembly.




1. Disconnect the backup lamp switch electrical connector.
2. Disconnect the speedometer speed sensor electrical connector.




3. Remove the clip and the bolt from the universal joint.




4. Remove the clutch release cylinder bracket bolts and the clutch release cylinder bracket.




5. Install the J 28467-B (1).




6. Remove the transaxle-to-engine upper bolts.




7. Remove the left front transaxle mounting bracket nut.
8. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair in General Information.
9. Remove both of the drive axle shafts. Refer to Inner Axle Shaft Replacement - Front Drive Axle Service and Repair in Front Drive Axle.




10. Support the transaxle with a transaxle support jack.
11. Remove the crossmember. Refer to Crossmember Replacement - Front Suspension Crossmember Replacement - Front Suspension in Front Suspension.
12. Remove the exhaust pipe nuts. Refer to Front Pipe Replacement (2.5L) Service and RepairFront Pipe Replacement (2.0L) Service and Repair in Engine Exhaust.
13. Remove the front transaxle mounting bracket bolts and nut.




14. Remove the rear transaxle mounting bracket bolts and bracket.




15. Remove the transaxle-to-engine lower bolts.




16. Slide the transaxle sideways away from the engine block.
17. Lower the transaxle.

Installation Procedure




1. Support the transaxle with a transaxle support jack.
2. Install the transaxle by inserting the transaxle input shaft into the clutch disc and sliding the transaxle sideways into the engine block.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the transaxle-to-engine lower bolts.

* Tighten the transaxle-to-engine lower bolts (1) to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).
* Tighten the transaxle-to-engine lower bolt (2) to 21 Nm (15 lb ft).
* Tighten the transaxle-to-engine lower bolts (3) to 31 Nm (23 lb ft).




4. Install the rear transaxle mounting bracket and the bolts.

* Tighten the rear transaxle mounting bracket bolts (1) to 90 Nm (66 lb ft).
* Tighten the rear transaxle mounting bracket bolt (2) to 65 Nm (48 lb ft).




5. Install the front transaxle mounting bracket bolts and the nut.

Tighten the front transaxle mounting bracket bolts and nut to 90 Nm (66 lb ft).




6. Install the exhaust pipe nuts. Refer to Front Pipe Replacement (2.5L) Service and RepairFront Pipe Replacement (2.0L) Service and Repair in Engine Exhaust.
7. Install the crossmember. Refer to Crossmember Replacement - Front Suspension Crossmember Replacement - Front Suspension in Front Suspension.
8. Install the drive axles. Refer to Inner Axle Shaft Replacement - Front Drive Axle Service and Repair in Front Drive Axle.
9. Install the left front transaxle mounting bracket nut.

Tighten the nut to 155 Nm (114 lb ft).




10. Install the upper transaxle-to-engine bolts.

Tighten the transaxle-to-engine upper bolts to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).




11. Remove the J 28467-B (1).




12. Install the clutch release cylinder bracket and the clutch release cylinder bracket bolts.

Tighten the clutch release cylinder bracket bolts to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).




13. Install the bolt and the clip onto the universal joint.




14. Connect the speedometer speed sensor electrical connector.
15. Connect the backup lamp switch electrical connector.
16. Inspect the fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level Inspection Testing and Inspection.