Automatic Transmission: Removal & Installation Nissan Juke I facelift

Precaution for TCM and Transaxle Assembly or Control Valve Replacement

REMOVAL

Rotate bayonet ring (1) counterclockwise, pull out CVT unit harness connector (2) upward and remove it.

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1. Align delta marking on CVT unit harness connector terminal body with [] marking on bayonet ring, insert CVT unit harness connector, and then rotate bayonet ring clockwise.
2. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise until delta marking on CVT unit harness connector terminal body is aligned with the slit on bayonet ring as shown in the figure below (correctly fitting condition), install CVT unit harness connector to CVT unit harness connector terminal body. CAUTION: Securely align delta marking on CVT unit harness connector terminal body with bayonet ring slit. Then, be careful not to make a half fit condition as shown in the figure below. Never mistake the slit of bayonet ring for other dent portion.

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1. Before connecting or disconnecting the TCM harness connector, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect negative battery cable. Because battery voltage is applied to TCM even if ignition switch is turned OFF.

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1. When connecting or disconnecting pin connectors into or from TCM, take care not to damage pin terminals (bend or break). When connecting pin connectors make sure that there are not any bends or breaks on TCM pin terminal.
2. Before replacing TCM, perform TCM input/output signal inspection and make sure whether TCM functions properly or not. Refer to " «REFERENCE VALUE»(ref-621391-S30371993982014061000000) ".
3. After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform "DTC Confirmation Procedure". If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed in the "DTC Confirmation Procedure".
4. Always use the specified brand of CVT fluid. Refer to " «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS»(ref-621382-S11847462522014061000000) ".
5. Use lint-free paper, not cloth rags, during work.
6. After replacing the CVT fluid, dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.

1. Disconnect battery cable from negative terminal. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Shift the selector lever to "N" position.
3. Remove the center console. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621414-S31121706672014061000000) ".
4. Disconnect the CVT shift selector connector.
5. Shift the selector lever to "P" position.
6. Remove the key interlock cable from the CVT shift selector assembly. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S18394665362014061000000) " (Without push starter system).
7. Remove the control cable from the CVT shift selector assembly. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S42240618972014061000000) ".
8. Remove the CVT shift selector assembly.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. When connecting the control cable (1) to the CVT shift selector assembly (2), face the grooved surface of the rib (A) up and insert the control cable until it stops.

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1. Slide the selector lever knob cover (1) down. CAUTION: Never damage the knob cover.
2. Pull out the lock pin (2).
3. Pull the selector lever knob (3) and knob cover upwards to remove them.
4. Remove the position lamp.
5. Disengage the hooks (A) (4 locations), and lift up the position indication panel (1) to separate it from the CVT shift selector assembly (2). CAUTION: Never damage the CVT shift selector assembly.
6. Remove the shift lock unit from the CVT shift selector assembly.
7. Disconnect the park position switch connector, detent switch connector, and shift lock solenoid connector from the shift lock unit.

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1. Remove the battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Remove the control cable from the CVT shift selector assembly. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S02517697252014061000000) ".
3. Disengage the pawls (B) of the grommet (A), and pull downwards to remove.
4. Remove the control cable installation nut from the manual lever.
5. Remove the lock plate (1).
6. Remove center muffler from the mounting rubber and lower the center muffler downward. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621386-S23472308102014061000000) ".
7. Lift up the heat plate.
8. Remove the control cable (1) from the bracket (2).
9. Remove the control cable from the vehicle.
10. Remove bracket.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. From below the vehicle, press the grommet (A) into place until the pawls (B) make a click sound. CAUTION: Place the grommet on the floor, then fasten it in place from below the vehicle. Check that pulling down on the grommet does not disconnect it.
2. Pay attention to the following when connecting the control cable to the CVT shift selector.

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1. When connecting the control cable (1) to the CVT shift selector assembly (2), face the grooved surface of the rib (A) up and insert the control cable until it stops.
2. Install the socket (A) onto the CVT shift selector. CAUTION: Place the socket onto the CVT shift lever, then fasten it in place from above. Check that the pulling on the socket does not disconnect it.

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Shift the selector lever to the "N" position.
2. Remove the selector lever knob. Refer to " «DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY»(ref-621391-S12423910612014061000000) ".
3. Shift the selector lever to the "P" position.
4. Remove the center console. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621414-S31121706672014061000000) ".
5. Press the pawls (B) of the key interlock cable slider (A) while sliding it in the direction of the casing cap (C), and separate the adjusting holder (D) and slider.
6. Remove the key interlock cable from the CVT shift selector.
7. Remove the steering column lower cover and driver instrument lower panel. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621414-S19239322442014061000000) ".
8. Lift clip (A) in the direction of the arrow (<== C) and remove in the direction of the arrow (<== D).
9. Disconnect the key interlock cable from the key cylinder.
10. Disengage the clip and disconnect the key interlock cable from the vehicle.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Install the adjusting holder (A) onto the key interlock rod (B), then install the casing cap (C) onto the CVT shift selector cable bracket (D). CAUTION: When installing the key interlock cable, never bend or twist the cable forcefully. After connecting the key interlock cable to the CVT shift selector cable bracket, be sure to check that the casing cap is completely fastened to the cable bracket. If the casing cap is easily displaced, replace the key interlock cable.
2. While pressing the detent rod (B) down, slide the key interlock cable slider (A) toward the key interlock rod (D) side, and install the adjusting holder (C) and key interlock rod. CAUTION: Never squeeze the pawls on the key interlock cable slider when holding the slider. Never apply force in a perpendicular direction to the key interlock rod when sliding the slider.

1. Remove battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Remove transmission range switch connector.
3. Remove control cable. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S42240618972014061000000) ".
4. Remove transmission range switch from transaxle assembly.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Move selector lever to "N" position.
2. Remove control cable from manual lever.
3. Loosen mounting bolts (<==) of transmission range switch. Insert a pin (ø4 mm) into the adjusting holes (A) on both transmission range switch and manual lever for adjusting the position.
4. Tighten mounting bolts of transmission range switch.
5. Connect control cable on manual lever. Refer to " «INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT»(ref-621391-S32568650092014061000000) ".

Removal and Installation

1. Remove the battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Remove air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621377-S23069609932014061000000) ".
3. Disconnect the TCM connector.
4. Remove the TCM.
5. Remove the bracket.

Installation is the reverse order of removal.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Disconnect battery cable from negative terminal. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621371-S35230319862014061000000) ".
2. Remove drain plug from oil pan and then drain the CVT fluid.
3. Remove drain plug gasket.
4. Disconnect the CVT unit connector. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR CVT UNIT CONNECTOR»(ref-621391-S06481806362014061000000) ".
5. Remove the snap ring (1) from the CVT unit connector (A).
6. Press the CVT unit connector (A) into the transaxle case. CAUTION: Never damage the CVT unit connector. NOTE: Clean around the connector to prevent foreign materials from entering into the transaxle case.
7. Remove the oil pan mounting bolts, and then remove the oil pan and oil pan gasket.
8. Remove the magnets from the oil pan.
9. Remove the lock nut (1) and washer (2), and then remove the manual plate (3).
10. Remove the collar (4) from the manual shaft (A). CAUTION: Never drop the collar.
11. Disconnect the control valve connectors (A) and (B).
12. Remove the oil strainer assembly mounting bolts (A) and (B), and then remove the oil strainer assembly (1).
13. Remove O-ring from oil strainer assembly.
14. Remove the bracket (1).
15. Remove the control valve mounting bolts (A) and (B), and then remove the control valve from the transaxle case. CAUTION: Never drop the control valve, ratio control valve and manual shaft.
16. Remove terminal cord assembly (1) from the transaxle case inside.
17. Remove the lip seal (1) from the transaxle case.

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1. Install the lip seal (1) to the transaxle case.
2. Install terminal cord assembly (1) to the transaxle case. CAUTION: Connect the CVT unit connector with the stopper facing up, and then press in until it clicks.
3. Press in the ratio control valve (B) in the (<==) direction, and then fix the linkage in the position shown in the figure below with the linkage fixing pin (A) from the back of control valve through the hole for fixing.
4. Check that one end of linkage engages with the step motor end (C) and that the linkage is in the direction shown in the figure below.
5. Install the control valve to the transaxle case. CAUTION: Never drop the linkage fixing pin. If it is dropped, repeat the installation procedure from step 3 . Never pinch the harness into between the control valve and the transaxle case. Never drop the control valve, ratio control valve and manual shaft.
6. Fix the control valve using the control valve mounting bolts (A) and (B). Bolt Bolt length (mm) Number of bolts A 54 10 B 44 1
7. Pull the linkage fixing pin out.
8. Connect the control valve connectors (A) and (B). CAUTION: Never pinch the harness into between the control valve and the transaxle case. Securely insert the connector until it clicks and locks.
9. Install the bracket (1).
10. Install O-ring to oil strainer assembly. CAUTION: Never reuse O-ring. Apply CVT fluid to O-ring.
11. Install the oil strainer assembly (1) using the oil strainer assembly mounting bolts (A) and (B). Bolt Bolt length (mm) Number of bolts A 12 2 B 44 1 NOTE: Remove the bracket and adjust the position again if the bolt hole positions are not aligned.
12. Install the collar to the manual shaft. CAUTION: Never drop the collar.
13. Install the manual plate (1) while aligning with the groove (A) of the manual valve. CAUTION: Assemble the manual plate while aligning its end with the cutout (<==) of the manual valve.
14. Install the washer (2) and the lock-nut (3), and then tighten to the specified torque.
15. Install the snap ring (1) to the CVT unit connector (A).
16. Connect the CVT unit connector. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR CVT UNIT CONNECTOR»(ref-621391-S06481806362014061000000) ".
17. Install the magnet while aligning it with the convex side of oil pan. CAUTION: Completely eliminate the iron powder from the magnet mounting area of oil pan and the magnet.
18. Install the oil pan to the transaxle case with the following procedure. Install the oil pan gasket to the oil pan. CAUTION: Completely wipe out any moisture, oil, and old gasket from the oil pan gasket mounting surface and bolt mounting hole of oil pan and transaxle case. Never reuse oil pan gasket. Install the oil pan assembly to the transaxle case, and then temporarily tighten the oil pan mounting bolt. Tighten the oil pan mounting bolts in the order shown in the figure below to the specified torque. Tighten the oil pan mounting bolts again clockwise from (1) shown in the figure below to the specified torque.
19. Install drain plug gasket to drain plug. CAUTION: Never reuse drain plug gasket.
20. Install drain plug to oil pan.
21. Fill CVT fluid from CVT fluid charging pipe to the specified level. CVT fluid: Refer to " «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS»(ref-621382-S11847462522014061000000) ". Fluid capacity CAUTION: Use only Genuine CVT fluid. Never mix with other fluid. Using CVT fluid other than Genuine CVT fluid will deteriorate in driveability and CVT durability, and may damage the CVT, which is not covered by the warranty. When filling CVT fluid, take care not to scatter heat generating parts such as exhaust. Sufficiently shake the container of CVT fluid before using. Delete CVT fluid deterioration date with CONSULT after changing CVT fluid. Refer to " «CONSULT FUNCTION»(ref-621391-S02253753112014061000000) ".
22. With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle in an urban area. NOTE: When ambient temperature is 20°C (68°F), it takes about 10 minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F).
23. Check CVT fluid level and condition. Refer to " «INSPECTION»(ref-621391-S09008084222014061000000) ".
24. Connect battery cable to negative terminal. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621371-S35230319862014061000000) ".

1. Remove the battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Remove ECM and bracket as a set.
3. Remove primary speed sensor connector.
4. Remove primary speed sensor.
5. Remove O-ring from primary speed sensor.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Note. Cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

1. Remove the left/right front drive shaft. Refer to " «LEFT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S02174082252014061000000) " (left side), " «RIGHT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S10845475192014061000000) " (right side).
2. Use oil seal remover or a similar means and remove the differential side oil seal. CAUTION: When removing the differential side oil seal, be careful not to scratch the oil seal mounting surfaces of the transaxle case and converter housing.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Use a drift (commercial service tool) and drive the differential side oil seal in until the amount of oil seal projection from the case edge matches dimensions (C) and (D).

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Dimension "C": Height difference from case end surface is within 1.8 ± 0.5 mm (0.071 ± 0.020 in).

Dimension "D": Height difference from case end surface is within 2.2 ± 0.5 mm (0.087 ± 0.020 in).

Note. The reference is the pull-in direction of the differential side oil seal.

SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION

Note. Cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

1. Remove the left front drive shaft. Refer to " «LEFT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S02174082252014061000000) ".
2. Remove the transfer assembly. Refer to " «UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621388-S02688001832014061000000) ".
3. Use oil seal remover or a similar means and remove the differential side oil seal. CAUTION: When removing the differential side oil seal, be careful not to scratch the oil seal mounting surfaces of the transaxle case and converter housing.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Use a drift (commercial service tool) and drive the differential side oil seal in until the amount of oil seal projection from the case edge matches dimensions (C) and (D).

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Dimension "C": Height difference from case end surface is within 1.8 ± 0.5 mm (0.071 ± 0.020 in).

Dimension "D": Height difference from case end surface is within 1.0 ± 0.5 mm (0.039 ± 0.020 in).

Note. The reference is the pull-in direction of the differential side oil seal.

SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

1. Remove the battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Remove the ECM and bracket as a set.
3. Remove the water hose.
4. Remove the heater thermostat.

Note the following, and Install in the reverse order of removal.

1. Refer to the following when installing water hoses.

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1. Refer to the followings when installing hose clamp. CAUTION: Hose clamp should not interfere with the bulge of fluid cooler tube.

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1. Fully immerse the heater thermostat (1) in a container (A) filled with water. Continue heating the water while stirring.
2. Continue heating the heater thermostat for 5 minutes or more after bringing the water to a boil.
3. Quickly take the heater thermostat out of the hot water, measure the heater thermostat within 10 seconds.
4. Place dial indicator (A) on the pellet (B) and measure the elongation from the initial state. Standard: Refer to " «HEATER THERMOSTAT»(ref-621391-S20945836022014061000000) ".
5. If out of standard, replace heater thermostat.

Note. Cap or cover any transaxle openings to prevent transaxle fluid from spilling.

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1. Remove the battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-621380-S29109417532014061000000) ".
3. Remove the air duct and air cleaner case. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621377-S23069609932014061000000) ".
4. Remove air breather hose. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S09385721692014061000000) ".
5. Remove the ECM and bracket as a set.
6. Remove CVT fluid level gauge.
7. Remove CVT fluid charging pipe from transaxle assembly.
8. Remove O-ring from CVT fluid charging pipe.
9. Disconnect following harness connector and wire harness. CVT unit harness connector (A). Primary speed sensor harness connector (B). Secondary speed sensor harness connector (C). Transmission range switch connector (D).
10. Remove harness and clip from the transaxle assembly.
11. Remove water hose. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S07765999882014061000000) ".
12. Remove control cable from transaxle assembly. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S42240618972014061000000) ".
13. Remove starter motor. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621395-S10111781872014061000000) ".
14. Turn crankshaft, and remove the four tightening nuts (<==) for drive plate and torque converter. CAUTION: When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
15. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621386-S24447755182014061000000) ".
16. Remove front drive shafts. Refer to " «LEFT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S02174082252014061000000) " (left side), " «RIGHT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S10845475192014061000000) " (right side).
17. Remove front suspension member from vehicle. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621394-S05050944562014061000000) ".
18. Support transaxle assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against the drain plug.
19. Support engine assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against the drain plug.
20. Remove engine mounting insulator (LH). Refer to " «2WD: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621377-S15635028192014061000000) ".
21. Remove bolts fixing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.
22. Remove transaxle assembly from vehicle. CAUTION: Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping. Secure transaxle assembly to a transmission jack.
23. Remove heater thermostat. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S07765999882014061000000) ".

Note following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

1. When installing transaxle assembly to the engine assembly, attach the fixing bolts in accordance with the following.

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1. Rotate torque converter to align a torque converter stud bolt with the mounting position of starter motor.
2. Rotate drive plate to align a torque converter stud bolt insertion hole of drive plate with service hole.
3. Install transaxle to engine. CAUTION: Be careful not to strike the drive plate when inserting torque converter stud bolts to drive plate holes.
4. Tighten the fixing bolts in accordance with the following. Bolt position A B Insertion direction Transaxle to engine Engine to transaxle Number of bolts 2 7 Bolt length mm (in) 55 (2.17) 50 (1.97) Tightening torque N.m (kg-m, ft-lb) 62 (6.3, 46)
5. After tighten the torque converter nuts (<==) temporarily, tighten the torque converter nuts to the specified torque. CAUTION: When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the crankshaft pulley side. When tightening the torque converter nuts after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley mounting bolts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621377-S36027469622014061000000) ". Rotate crankshaft several turns and check that transaxle rotates freely without binding after converter is installed to drive plate.

Note. Cap or cover any transaxle openings to prevent transaxle fluid from spilling.

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1. Remove the battery. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621371-S21917216672014061000000) ".
2. Drain engine coolant. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-621380-S29109417532014061000000) ".
3. Remove the air duct and air cleaner case. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621377-S23069609932014061000000) ".
4. Remove air breather hose. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S09385721692014061000000) ".
5. Remove the ECM and bracket as a set.
6. Remove CVT fluid level gauge.
7. Remove CVT fluid charging pipe from transaxle assembly.
8. Remove O-ring from CVT fluid charging pipe.
9. Disconnect following harness connector and wire harness. CVT unit harness connector (A). Primary speed sensor harness connector (B). Secondary speed sensor harness connector (C). Transmission range switch connector (D).
10. Remove harness and clip from the transaxle assembly.
11. Remove water hose. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S07765999882014061000000) ".
12. Remove control cable from transaxle assembly. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S42240618972014061000000) ".
13. Remove starter motor. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621395-S10111781872014061000000) ".
14. Turn crankshaft, and remove the four tightening nuts (<==) for drive plate and torque converter. CAUTION: When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
15. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621386-S24447755182014061000000) ".
16. Separate the propeller shaft. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621396-S26550019912014061000000) ".
17. Remove front drive shafts. Refer to " «LEFT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S02174082252014061000000) " (left side), " «RIGHT SIDE: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621387-S10845475192014061000000) " (right side).
18. Remove front suspension member from vehicle. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621394-S05050944562014061000000) ".
19. Remove transfer assembly from transaxle assembly with power tool. Refer to " «UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621388-S02688001832014061000000) ".
20. Support transaxle assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against the drain plug.
21. Support engine assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against the drain plug.
22. Remove engine mounting insulator (LH). Refer to " «AWD: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621377-S30024629642014061000000) ".
23. Remove bolts fixing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.
24. Remove transaxle assembly from vehicle. CAUTION: Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping. Secure transaxle assembly to a transmission jack.
25. Remove heater thermostat. Refer to " «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-621391-S07765999882014061000000) ".

Note following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. When installing transaxle assembly to the engine assembly, attach the fixing bolts in accordance with the following.

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1. Rotate torque converter to align a torque converter stud bolt with the mounting position of starter motor.
2. Rotate drive plate to align a torque converter stud bolt insertion hole of drive plate with service hole.
3. Install transaxle to engine. CAUTION: Be careful not to strike the drive plate when inserting torque converter stud bolts to drive plate holes.
4. Tighten the fixing bolts in accordance with the following. Bolt position A B Insertion direction Transaxle to engine Engine to transaxle Number of bolts 2 6 Bolt length mm (in) 55 (2.17) 50 (1.97) Tightening torque N.m (kg-m, ft-lb) 62 (6.3, 46)
5. After tighten the torque converter nuts (<==) temporarily, tighten the torque converter nuts to the specified torque. CAUTION: When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the crankshaft pulley side. When tightening the torque converter nuts after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley mounting bolts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-621377-S36027469622014061000000) ". Rotate crankshaft several turns and check that transaxle rotates freely without binding after converter is installed to drive plate.