Installing the torque converter screws
Note. Use new screws, Torx TX 50
Align the torque converter against the carrier plate. Do this by turning the engine with the nut for the crankshaft pulley and turning the torque converter.
Install all 6 x screws loosely. Insert the screws as far as the screw heads sit almost against the carrier plate. Tighten. See: Summary of tightening torques for specific components.
Note. Remove the socket wrench from the crankshaft.
Scheme 1740
Raise the engine/transmission to the horizontal position.
Raise the vehicle.
Installing and tightening the screws for the transmission
Install all 7 x M10 screws securing the transmission to the engine.
First tighten alternately and crosswise to light contact.
At the same time, check that the whole of the transmission is in contact with the engine.
Then tighten the screws crosswise.
Remove the fixture from the transmission.
Note. Use new screws.
Align the torque converter against the carrier plate. Do this by turning the engine with the nut for the crankshaft pulley and turning the torque converter.
Install all 6 screws loosely. Tighten the screws. Tighten until the heads are almost in contact with the carrier plate. Tighten. See Summary of tightening torques for specific components. Use a Torx socket TX50.
Note. Remove the socket wrench from the crankshaft.