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Installation Procedure

  1. Align the transaxle filler tube to the transmission and Install the transaxle into the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: View of Transaxle To Engine Mounting
    GM160965Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the lower transaxle bolt (6) and stud (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower transaxle to engine and engine to transaxle bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  3. Install the wiring harness bracket to the side cover.
  4. Connect the neutral safety switch.
  5. Install the transaxle brace.
  6. Connect the transmission cooler lines.
  7. Install the transaxle brace. Refer to Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement .
  8. Install the right and left axle shafts into the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Front in Driveline/Axle-Front Wheel Drive Shafts.
  9. Connect the vehicle speed sensor.
    10. Fig 2: Identifying Flywheel To Torque Converter Bolts
    GM160984Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the torque converter bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 63 N.m (46 lb ft).

  11. Install the torque converter cover.
  12. Install the filler tube bracket retaining nut on the transmission.
  13. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement - Front in Body and Accessories-Frame and Underbody.
  14. Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  15. Lower vehicle.
  16. Remove the Engine Support Fixture .
    17. Fig 3: View of Transaxle To Engine Mounting
    GM160965Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the upper transaxle bolts (3, 4, 5) and stud (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and stud to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  18. Connect the wiring harness to the transaxle.
  19. Install transmission range selector cable bracket refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Bracket Replacement  in Automatic Transaxle.
  20. Install the automatic transmission range selector cable on the manual shaft.
  21. Install the air cleaner assembly refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.
    22. Fig 4: View Of Coolant Reservoir
    GM125802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the coolant recovery bottle.
    23. NOTE: Do NOT overfill the transaxle. The overfilling of the transaxle causes foaming, loss of fluid, shift complaints, and possible damage to the transaxle.
  23. Adjust the fluid level.
  24. Inspect for fluid leaks.
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