For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

#### Tools Required

J 28467-360 Engine Support Fixture

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air filter assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
3. Disconnect the transaxle electrical connector.
4. Disconnect shift control cable bracket with cable attached.
5. Remove the top transaxle case bolts.
6. Remove the top bolt from rear transaxle mount.
7. Remove the left side steering rack mount bolts.
8. Disconnect the oxygen sensor connector.
9. Remove the engine frame. Refer to Frame Removal in Frame and Underbody.
10. Remove the left and right drive axles from the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement Driveline/Axle.
11. Remove the flywheel to torque converter bolts. Mark the flywheel to converter relationship to ensure proper reassembly. Refer to Flywheel to Torque Converter Bolt Replacement
12. Disconnect Input speed sensor electrical connectors.
13. Remove the engine to transaxle bracket.
14. Remove the transaxle fluid filler tube. Refer to Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Replacement .
15. Remove the rear engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement
16. Remove the remaining transaxle to engine bolts.
17. Remove the transaxle from vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the transaxle into the vehicle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the transaxle to engine bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the transaxle bolts to 75 N·m (55 lb ft).

3. Install the rear engine mount.
4. Install the transaxle fluid filler tube. Refer to Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Replacement .

Tighten
Tighten the filler tube bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

5. Install the transaxle brace to engine.

Tighten
Tighten the transaxle brace to engine bolts to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

6. Connect the input speed sensor electrical connectors.

Important:

• | Align the mark made on the torque converter with the mark made on the flywheel made in the disassembly.

• | Tighten all the torque converter to flywheel bolts twice.

7. Install the flywheel to torque converter bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the flywheel to torque converter bolts to 62 N·m (46 lb ft).

8. Install the torque converter cover.

Important: Use care when installing the right side drive axle into the transaxle case. The splined shaft of the drive axle can easily damage the seal.

9. Install the left drive axle and the right drive axle to the transaxle. Refer toin Driveline/Axle.
10. Install the engine frame. Refer to Frame Removal in Frame and Underbody.
11. Connect to oxygen sensor connector.
12. Install the left side steering rack mount bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the steering rack mount bolts to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

13. Install the top bolt of the rear transaxle mount.

Tighten
Tighten the rear transaxle bolt to 58 N·m (42 lb ft).

14. Connect the shift control cable and the shift control cable bracket.
15. Check adjustment of the shift cables. Re-adjust as needed. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
16. Connect the transaxle electrical connector.
17. Install the air filter assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement .
18. Connect the negative battery cable.
19. Check and adjust the transaxle fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
20. Road test the vehicle and check for transaxle leaks.