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Automatic Transmission: Removal & Installation Nissan Rogue I

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FOR USA AND CANADA : Precaution for TCM and CVT Assembly Replacement

CAUTIONCheck if new data (Unit ID) are entered correctly after replacing CVT assembly and erasing data in TCM. (Connect CONSULT-III, and then turn ignition switch OFF.) When replacing CVT assembly or TCM, refer to the pattern table below and erase the EEPROM in the TCM if necessary.

REMOVAL

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

Rotating Bayonet Ring Counterclockwise. Scheme 54

Scheme 54: Rotating Bayonet Ring Counterclockwise

Scheme 55

Scheme 55: INSTALLATION

Scheme 56

Scheme 56

Scheme 57

Scheme 57
  1. Align delta marking on CVT unit harness connector terminal body with [] marking on bayonet ring. Insert CVT unit harness connector. Then rotate bayonet ring clockwise. (Scheme 55): Aligning CVT Unit Harness Connector Terminal Body Marking With Bayonet Ring Marking
  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 (correctly fitting condition). Install CVT unit harness connector to CVT unit harness connector terminal body. (Scheme 56): Identifying CVT Unit Harness Connector Terminal Body Marking And Bayonet Ring Marking 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. Never mistake the slit of bayonet ring for other dent portion. (Scheme 57): Identifying CVT Unit Harness Connector Terminal Body Marking And Bayonet Ring Marking

FOR MEXICO : Precaution for TCM and CVT Assembly Replacement

CAUTIONCheck if new data (Unit ID) are entered correctly after replacing CVT assembly and erasing data in TCM. (Connect CONSULT-III, and then turn ignition switch OFF.) When replacing CVT assembly or TCM, refer to the pattern table below and erase the EEPROM in the TCM if necessary.

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

INSTALLATION

  1. Align delta marking on CVT unit harness connector terminal body with [] marking on bayonet ring. Insert CVT unit harness connector. Then rotate bayonet ring clockwise. see scheme 57: Aligning CVT Unit Harness Connector Terminal Body Marking With Bayonet Ring Marking
  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 (correctly fitting condition). Install CVT unit harness connector to CVT unit harness connector terminal body. see scheme 58: CVT Unit Harness Connector Terminal Body Marking With Bayonet Ring Marking 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. Never mistake the slit of bayonet ring for other dent portion. see scheme 59: CVT Unit Harness Connector Terminal Body Marking With Bayonet Ring Marking
CAUTIONNever impact on TCM when removing or installing TCM.

Scheme 58

Scheme 58
  1. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
  2. Disconnect TCM harness connector (A). <--: Vehicle front
  3. Remove TCM (1) from battery bracket (2). see scheme 96: Identifying TCM Harness Connector, TCM And Battery Bracket

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal. When installing control cable (1) to control device assembly (2), check that control cable is fully pressed in with the ribbed (A) surface facing upward.

Scheme 59

Scheme 103: Identifying Control Cable And Control Device Assembly

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal. When installing control cable (1) to control device assembly (2), check that control cable is fully pressed in with the ribbed (A) surface facing upward.

CAUTIONMake sure that parking brake is applied before removal/installation.

Scheme 60

Scheme 60

Scheme 61

Scheme 61
  1. Remove control cable from control device assembly. Refer to " «WITHOUT MANUAL MODE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S25507460432008081400000) " (without manual mode), " «WITH MANUAL MODE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S24677742542008081400000) " (with manual mode).
  2. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  3. Remove battery and battery bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295086-S39554998382008081400000) ".
  4. Remove nut (<--).
  5. Remove control cable (1) from manual lever (A).
  6. Remove lock plate (2) from control cable.
  7. Remove control cable (1) from bracket (3). see scheme 112: Identifying Control Cable, Lock Plate And Bracket
  8. Remove control cable (1) from bracket (2).
  9. Remove the control cable from the vehicle. see scheme 113: Identifying Control Cable And Bracket

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal. When installing control cable (1) to control device assembly (2), make sure that control cable is fully pressed in with the ribbed (A) surface facing upward.

CAUTIONCheck that parking brake is applied before removal/installation.

Scheme 62

Scheme 62

Scheme 63

Scheme 63
  1. Move selector lever to "P" position.
  2. Remove selector lever knob. Refer to " «WITHOUT MANUAL MODE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S25507460432008081400000) " (without manual mode), " «WITH MANUAL MODE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S24677742542008081400000) " (with manual mode).
  3. Removal center console assembly. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295100-S00523524042008081400000) ".
  4. Slide slider (A) toward casing cap (B) while pressing tabs (C) on slider to separate slider from adjust holder (D). E: Key interlock rod
  5. Remove steering column lower cover and instrument driver lower cover. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295100-S38104805562008081400000) ". (Scheme 61): Identifying Slider, Casing Cap, Adjust Holder And Tabs
  6. Remove clip (A) from holder (B).
  7. Remove key interlock cable (1) from key cylinder (2).
  8. Remove key interlock cable. see scheme 117: Identifying Key Interlock Cable And Key Cylinder

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

Scheme 64

Scheme 64: INSTALLATION

Scheme 65

Scheme 65
  1. Temporarily install adjust holder (A) to key interlock rod (B). Install casing cap (C) to cable bracket (D) on control device assembly. CAUTION: Never bend or twist key interlock cable excessively when installing. Check that casing caps is firmly secured in cable bracket on control device assembly after installing key interlock cable to cable bracket on control device assembly. If casing cap is loose [less than 39.2 N (4.0 kg, 8.8 lb) removing force], replace key interlock cable. see scheme 118: Identifying Adjust Holder, Casing Cap And Key Interlock Rod
  2. With the detent rod (A) pressed fully to the end, slider the key interlock cable slider (B) to the key interlock rod side (C), and install adjust holder (D) and key interlock rod. CAUTION: Never press tabs when holding slider. Never apply any force at a right angle to key interlock rod when sliding. (Scheme 62): Identifying Key Interlock Cable Slider, Key Interlock Rod And Adjust Holder

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 66

Scheme 66: ADJUSTMENT OF PNP SWITCH
  1. Move selector lever to "N" position.
  2. Remove control cable from manual lever.
  3. Loosen mounting bolts (A) of PNP switch. Insert a pin [ø4 mm (0.16 in)] into the adjusting holes (B) on both PNP switch and manual lever for adjusting the position.
  4. Tighten mounting bolts of PNP switch.
  5. Install control cable to manual lever. Refer to " «WITHOUT MANUAL MODE: INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT»(ref-295118-S36540942532008081400000) " (without manual mode), " «WITH MANUAL MODE: INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT»(ref-295118-S28387594112008081400000) " (with manual mode). see scheme 125: Identifying Mounting Bolts Of PNP Switch

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

CAUTIONNever reuse O-ring. Apply CVT fluid to O-ring.

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

CAUTIONNever reuse O-ring. Apply CVT fluid to O-ring.
  1. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295123-S20064475632008081400000) ".
  2. Separate propeller shaft. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295114-S06929156152008081400000) ".
  3. Remove front drive shafts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295128-S00326362762008081400000) ".
  4. Remove transfer from transaxle assembly. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295114-S25155385852008081400000) ".
  5. Remove dust cover from transaxle assembly.
  6. Remove differential side oil seals (1) and side oil seal (transfer joint) using a flat-bladed screwdriver (A). CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch transaxle case and converter housing. see scheme 134: Removing Differential Side Oil Seals Using Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

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

CAUTIONNever reuse oil pump fitting bolt and O-ring. Apply CVT fluid to O-ring.
  1. Remove clip from air cleaner assembly.
  2. Remove air breather hose from transaxle assembly.

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

CAUTIONCheck that air breather hose is not collapsed or blocked due to folding or bending when installed.

Scheme 67

Scheme 67
  1. Install air breather hose to air breather tube so that the paint mark (A) faces upward. Also insert hose to the bend of air breather tube. see scheme 139: Identifying Paint Mark On Air Breather Hose

Scheme 68

Scheme 140: Exploded View Of Water Hose (Without Fluid Cooler) With Torque Specifications
WARNINGNever remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns may occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap. Slowly turn it a quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn it all the way.

Scheme 69

Scheme 69

Scheme 70

Scheme 70
  1. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  2. Remove battery and battery bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295086-S39554998382008081400000) ".
  3. Remove hose clamps (1), and remove CVT water hose A (2).
  4. Remove hose clamps (1), and remove CVT water hose B (3).
  5. Remove heater thermostat (4) from transaxle assembly. see scheme 141: Identifying CVT Water Hoses, Hose Clamps And Heater Thermostat
  6. Remove clip (<--).
  7. Remove hose clamps (1), and remove CVT water hose C (2). (Scheme 67): Identifying CVT Water Hose C

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

CVT water hoseHose endPaint markPosition of hose clamp (1)
CVT water hose AWater inletFacing upwardC
Heater thermostatFacing forwardC
CVT water hose BHeater thermostatFacing forwardB
CVT fluid coolerFacing to the left of the vehicleC
CVT water hose CCVT fluid coolerFacing forwardA
Water outletFacing downward left of the vehicle at 45°D
(1) Refer to the illustrations for the specific position of each hose clamp tab.
(1)Refer to the illustrations for the specific position of each hose clamp tab.

CVT WATER HOSE INSTALLATION REFERENCE

Scheme 71

Scheme 71

Scheme 72

Scheme 72

Scheme 73

Scheme 73
  1. The illustrations indicate the view from the hose ends. <--E: Upper
  2. When installing hose clamps the center line of each clamp tab should be positioned as shown in the figure. (Scheme 68): Identifying Hose Clamps Position
  3. Insert CVT water hose according to dimension (A) described below. CVT WATER HOSE DIMENSION SPECIFICATION (1) (2) Distance A CVT water hose A Water inlet 27 mm (1.06 in) Heater thermostat CVT water hose B Heater thermostat CVT fluid cooler End reaches the tube bend R position. CVT water hose C CVT fluid cooler End reaches the tube bend R position. Water outlet 27 mm (1.06 in) (Scheme 69): Identifying CVT Water Hose Dimension
  4. Set hose clamps (1) from the end of fluid cooler hose (2) according to dimension (A) described below. Dimension A: 5 - 7 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in)
  5. Hose clamp should not interfere with the bulge. (Scheme 70): Identifying Hose Clamps Dimension
WARNINGNever remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns may occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from radiator. Wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap. Slowly turn it a quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn it all the way.

Scheme 74

Scheme 74

Scheme 75

Scheme 75
  1. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  2. Remove battery and battery bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295086-S39554998382008081400000) ".
  3. Remove hose clamps (1), and remove CVT water hose A (2).
  4. Remove hose clamps (3), and remove CVT water hose B (4).
  5. Remove CVT water tube (5) from transaxle assembly. (Scheme 72): Identifying CVT Water Hoses, Hose Clamps And CVT Water Tube
  6. Remove clips (<--).
  7. Remove hose clamps (1), and remove CVT water hose C (2). (Scheme 73): Identifying CVT Water Hose C And Hose Clamp

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

CVT water hoseHose endPaint markPosition of hose clamp (1)
CVT water hose AWater inletFacing upwardB
CVT water tubeFacing forwardC
CVT water hose BCVT water tubeFacing forwardB
CVT fluid coolerFacing forwardC
CVT water hose CCVT fluid coolerFacing forwardA
Water outletFacing forwardA
(1) Refer to the illustrations for the specific position each hose clamp tab.
(1)Refer to the illustrations for the specific position each hose clamp tab.

CVT WATER HOSE INSTALLATION REFERENCE

Scheme 76

Scheme 76
  1. The illustrations indicate the view from the hose ends.
  2. When installing hose clamps the center line of each clamp tab should be positioned as shown in the figure. see scheme 149: Identifying Hose Clamps Position
  3. Insert CVT water hose according to dimension (A) described below. CVT WATER HOSE DIMENSION SPECIFICATION (1) (2) Distance A CVT water hose A Water inlet 27 mm (1.06 in) CVT water tube CVT water hose B CVT water tube CVT fluid cooler End reaches the tube bend R position. CVT water hose C CVT fluid cooler End reaches the tube bend R position. Water outlet 27 mm (1.06 in) (Scheme 74): Identifying CVT Water Hose Dimension
  4. Set hose clamps (1) from the end of fluid cooler hose (2) according to dimension (A) described below. Dimension A: 5 - 7 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in)
  5. Hose clamp should not interfere with the bulge. (Scheme 75): Identifying Hose Clamps Dimension

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

Fluid cooler hoseHose endPaint markPosition of hose clamp (1)
Fluid cooler hose ACVT fluid cooler sideFacing upwardB
Fluid cooler tube sideFacing upward left of the vehicle at 25°C
Fluid cooler hose BCVT fluid cooler sideFacing upwardA
Fluid cooler tube sideFacing downward left of the vehicle at 25°F
Fluid cooler hose CFluid cooler sideFacing forwardD
Fluid cooler tube sideFacing upward left of the vehicle at 25°E
Fluid cooler hose DFluid cooler sideFacing forwardD
Fluid cooler tube sideFacing downward left of the vehicle at 25°G
(1) Refer to the illustrations for the specific position of each hose clamp tab.
(1)Refer to the illustrations for the specific position of each hose clamp tab.

FLUID COOLER HOSE INSTALLATION REFERENCE

Scheme 77

Scheme 77

Scheme 78

Scheme 78
  1. The illustrations indicate the view from the hose ends.
  2. When installing hose clamps the center line of each clamp tab should be positioned as shown in the figure. see scheme 155: Identifying Hose Clamps Position
  3. Insert fluid cooler hoses according to dimension (A) described below. Dimension A: 30 mm (1.18 in) see scheme 156: Identifying Fluid Cooler Hoses Dimension
  4. Set hose clamps (1) from the end of fluid cooler hose (2) according to dimension (A) described below. Dimension A: 5 - 7 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in)
  5. Hose clamp should not interfere with the bulge. see scheme 157: Identifying Hose Clamps Dimension

2WD : Removal and Installation

WARNINGNever remove the reservoir tank cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the reservoir tank.

Scheme 79

Scheme 79: REMOVAL

Scheme 80

Scheme 80
  1. Remove battery and battery bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295086-S39554998382008081400000) ".
  2. Remove air breather hose. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S40077366682008081400000) ".
  3. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  4. Remove air cleaner case. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  5. Remove engine under cover with power tool.
  6. Drain engine coolant. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-295111-S26518184832008081400000) ".
  7. Remove CVT fluid level gauge.
  8. Remove CVT fluid charging pipe from transaxle assembly.
  9. Remove O-ring from CVT fluid charging pipe.
  10. Disconnect fluid cooler hose from transaxle assembly (with fluid cooler only). Refer to " «FLUID COOLER: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S09179841802008081400000) ".
  11. Disconnect the following harness connectors and wire harnesses. CVT unit connector (A). Primary speed sensor connector (B). Secondary speed sensor connector (C). PNP switch connector (D).
  12. Remove harness and clip from transaxle assembly.
  13. Remove CVT water hoses. Refer to " «WATER HOSE (WITHOUT FLUID COOLER): EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S14795132422008081400000) " (without fluid cooler), " «WATER HOSE (WITH FLUID COOLER): EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S21227409482008081400000) " (with fluid cooler). (Scheme 78): Identifying CVT Unit Connector, Speed Sensor Connector And PNP Switch Connector
  14. Remove control cable from bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S26156265452008081400000) ".
  15. Remove control cable bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S26156265452008081400000) ".
  16. Remove starter motor. Refer to " «2WD: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295129-S41044118552008081400000) ".
  17. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S28845643232008081400000) ".
  18. 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.
  19. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295123-S20064475632008081400000) ".
  20. Remove front drive shafts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295128-S04618667002008081400000) ".
  21. Remove front suspension member from vehicle. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295125-S02850402912008081400000) ".
  22. Support transaxle assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against drain plug.
  23. Support engine assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against drain plug. see scheme 160: Locating Drive Plate Nuts
  24. Remove engine mounting insulator (LH). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S31450719252008081400000) ".
  25. Remove bolts fixing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.
  26. Remove transaxle assembly from vehicle. CAUTION: Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping. Secure transaxle assembly to a transmission jack.

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

CAUTIONCheck fitting of dowel pin (<--) when installing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.

Locating Dowel Pin. Scheme 81

Scheme 81: Locating Dowel Pin

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

Scheme 82

Scheme 162: Identifying Transaxle Assembly Bolts
Insertion directionTransaxle assembly to engine assemblyEngine assembly to transaxle assembly
Bolt positionABCDEF
Number of bolts142212
Bolt length mm (in)45 (1.77)45 (1.77)35 (1.38)45 (1.77)60 (2.36)
Tightening torque N.m (kg-m, ft-lb)35.3 (3.6, 26)74.5 (7.6, 55)42.6 (4.3, 31)74.5 (7.6, 55)50 (5.1,37)

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Scheme 83

Scheme 83

Scheme 84

Scheme 84

Scheme 85

Scheme 85
  1. Set and screw in the drive plate location guide (commercial service tool: 31197CA000) (A) onto the stud bolts for the torque converter. (Scheme 80): Identifying Drive Plate Location Guide
  2. When not using drive plate location guide, rotate torque converter so that the stud bolt (A) for mounting the drive plate location guide of torque converter aligns with the mounting position of starter motor. see scheme 164: Identifying Stud Bolt
  3. Rotate crankshaft so that the hole (A) for inserting drive plate location guide of drive plate aligns with the service hole (B). NOTE: When not using drive plate location guide, insert stud bolt of torque converter into the hole (C) of drive plate, aligning the drive plate hole position and torque converter. CAUTION: Be careful not to strike the drive plate when installing the torque converter stud bolt. (Scheme 82): Identifying Drive Plate Service Hole
  4. Align the position of tightening nuts (<--) for drive plate with those of the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the nuts. Then, tighten the bolts to the specified torque.: 51 N.m (5.2 kg-m,38 ft-lb) CAUTION: When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine. When tightening the nuts for the torque converter after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley mounting bolts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S13605773992008081400000) ". (Scheme 83): Locating Drive Plate Nuts Rotate crankshaft several turns and check that transaxle rotates freely without binding after converter is installed to drive plate. Never reuse O-ring. Apply grease to O-ring.

AWD : Removal and Installation

WARNINGNever remove the reservoir tank cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the reservoir tank.
  1. Remove battery and battery bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295086-S39554998382008081400000) ".
  2. Remove air breather hose. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S40077366682008081400000) ".
  3. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  4. Remove air cleaner case. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S07007942622008081400000) ".
  5. Remove engine under cover with power tool.
  6. Drain engine coolant. Refer to " «DRAINING»(ref-295111-S26518184832008081400000) ".
  7. Remove CVT fluid level gauge.
  8. Remove CVT fluid charging pipe from transaxle assembly.
  9. Remove O-ring from CVT fluid charging pipe.
  10. Disconnect fluid cooler hose from transaxle assembly (with fluid cooler only). Refer to " «FLUID COOLER: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S09179841802008081400000) ".
  11. Disconnect the following harness connectors and wire harnesses. CVT unit connector (A). Primary speed sensor connector (B). Secondary speed sensor connector (C). PNP switch connector (D).
  12. Remove harness and clip from the transaxle assembly.
  13. Remove CVT water hoses. Refer to " «WATER HOSE (WITHOUT FLUID COOLER): EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S14795132422008081400000) " (without fluid cooler), " «WATER HOSE (WITH FLUID COOLER): EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S21227409482008081400000) " (with fluid cooler).
  14. Remove control cable from bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S26156265452008081400000) ". see scheme 169: Identifying CVT Unit Connector, Speed Sensor Connector And PNP Switch Connector
  15. Remove control cable bracket. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295118-S26156265452008081400000) ".
  16. Remove starter motor. Refer to " «AWD: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295129-S14470626522008081400000) ".
  17. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S28845643232008081400000) ".
  18. 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.
  19. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295123-S20064475632008081400000) ".
  20. Separate the propeller shaft. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295114-S06929156152008081400000) ".
  21. Remove front drive shafts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295128-S00326362762008081400000) ".
  22. Remove front suspension member from vehicle. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295125-S02850402912008081400000) ". see scheme 170: Locating Drive Plate Nuts
  23. Remove transfer assembly from transaxle assembly with power tool. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295114-S25155385852008081400000) ".
  24. Support transaxle assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against drain plug.
  25. Support engine assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to collide against drain plug.
  26. Remove engine mounting insulator (LH). Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S31450719252008081400000) ".
  27. Remove bolts fixing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.
  28. Remove transaxle assembly from vehicle. CAUTION: Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping. Secure transaxle assembly to a transmission jack.

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

CAUTIONCheck fitting of dowel pin (<--) when installing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.

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

Insertion directionTransaxle assembly to engine assemblyEngine assembly to transaxle assembly
Bolt positionABCDEF
Number of bolts142212
Bolt length mm (in)45 (1.77)45 (1.77)35 (1.38)45 (1.77)60 (2.36)
Tightening torque N.m (kg-m, ft-lb)35.3 (3.6, 26)74.5 (7.6, 55)42.6 (4.3, 31)74.5 (7.6, 55)50 (5.1,37)

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

  1. Set and screw in the drive plate location guide (commercial service tool: 31197CA000) (A) onto the stud bolts for the torque converter. see scheme 173: Identifying Drive Plate Location Guide
  2. When not using drive plate location guide, rotate torque converter so that the stud bolt (A) for mounting the drive plate location guide of torque converter aligns with the mounting position of starter motor. see scheme 174: Identifying Stud Bolt
  3. Rotate crankshaft so that the hole (A) for inserting drive plate location guide of drive plate aligns with the service hole (B). NOTE: When not using drive plate location guide, insert stud bolt of torque converter into the hole (C) of drive plate, aligning the drive plate hole position and torque converter. CAUTION: Be careful not to strike the drive plate when installing the torque converter stud bolt. see scheme 175: Identifying Drive Plate Service Hole
  4. Align the position of tightening nuts (<--) for drive plate with those of the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the nuts. Then, tighten the bolts to the specified torque.: 51 N.m (5.2 kg-m,38 ft-lb) CAUTION: When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine. When tightening the nuts for the torque converter after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley mounting bolts. Refer to " «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-295108-S13605773992008081400000) ". see scheme 176: Locating Drive Plate Nuts Rotate crankshaft several turns and check that transaxle rotates freely without binding after converter is installed to drive plate. Never reuse O-ring. Apply grease to O-ring.