>>A<< Transaxle Assembly Installation

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Fig 1: Identifying Clearance Between Torque Converter And Transaxle Oil Pump

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Insert the torque converter into the transaxle oil pump until the dimension is approximately 12.2 mm (0.48 inch) < 2.4L ENGINE>, approximately 9.4 mm (0.37 inch) < 3.0L ENGINE>. Install the transaxle assembly to the engine.