Removal

• Disconnect battery ground cable. Remove upper engine-to-transaxle bolts. Remove dipstick and bolt for dipstick tube support bracket.
• Remove 3 torque converter-to-drive bolts through hole in top of transaxle housing. Raise and support vehicle.
• Disconnect both axle shafts from transaxle. Remove starter. Disconnect push rod from transaxle kickdown lever. Detach accelerator cable from transaxle. Detach selector lever cable from transaxle.
• Disconnect and plug lines from transaxle cooler. Disconnect ground strap. Remove mounting bracket bolts. Support transaxle with jack.
• Remove lower transaxle-to-engine bolts. Separate transaxle from engine. Lower transaxle.

  NOTE: Support bottom of engine when removing transaxle.

Installation

• To install, reverse removal procedure. Make sure torque converter is fully seated on one-way clutch support. Distance from engine mating surface to end of converter hub should be at least 3/8" (10 mm).

Torque Specifications