For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Important: Place collecting pan underneath--transmission fluid will escape.

1. Remove the end shield cover.

Important: If necessary, release the end shield cover by striking it gently with a rubber mallet.

2. Remove the 9 bolts.
3. Only for metal cover with separate seal, remove the end shield cover seal.

Important: Replace damaged components.

4. Inspect all the components for damage.
5. Clean sealing surfaces.
6. Remove sealant residues.

### Installation Procedure

Important: Note close tolerance bolts.

1. Only for metal cover with separate seal, attach the end shield cover seal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the end shield cover to transmission housing with a new gasket.

Tighten

• | Tighten the 4 bolts M7 to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

• | Tighten the 5 bolts M8 to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

3. For plastic cover with integral seal, attach a new end shield cover.

Tighten

• | Tighten the 4 bolts M6 to 8 N·m (70 lb in).

• | Tighten the 5 bolts M8 to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

4. Inspect transmission fluid level. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement .