Transmission Installation
Transmission InstallationNOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and the precautions and procedures before performing repair or service.
1. Install the transmission rear mount (A).
2. Check that the two dowel pins are installed in the clutch housing.
3. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the release fork (A), the release hanger (B), and the release bearing guide (C). Install the release fork into the opening in the clutch housing.
4. Pull the release fork (A) out until it stops, then wedge a shop towel (B) between the release fork and clutch housing to hold the release fork in place.
5. Place the transmission on a transmission jack, and raise it to the engine level.
6. Install the three upper transmission mounting bolts.
7. Install the wire harness (A) to the transmission, then connect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) (2000-2005 models) or the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor (2006 model) connector (B).
8. Raise the transmission, then install the three transmission rear mount bolts.
9. Place a floor jack under the front subframe and the engine mounting stiffener, and raise it to the frame.
10. Tighten the four mounting bolts, and install the two center mounting bolts.
11. Install the five lower transmission mounting bolts.
12. Remove the shop towel, and install the release fork onto the release hanger.
13. Apply super high urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the end of the slave cylinder pushrod (A). Install the slave cylinder (B) and the release fork boot (C).
14. Install the four shift boot holder mounting bolts.
15. Install the propeller shaft.
16. Install the gasket (A), exhaust manifold (B), and the exhaust manifold bracket (C).
17. Install the new gaskets (A) and three way catalytic converter (TWC) (B).
18. Install the wire harness (A) onto the transmission, then connect the primary heated oxygen sensor (primary HO2S) (sensor 1) (2000-2005 models), the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor (sensor 1) (2006 model) (B), secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary HO2S) (sensor 2) (C), and the back-up light switch (D) connectors.
19. Install ground cable (A) the intake manifold bracket (B), and lower mounting bolt, then install the wire harness (C) on the intake manifold bracket.
20. Refill the transmission with the manual transmission fluid (MTF).
21. Install the splash shield.
22. Lower the vehicle.
23. Connect the torque sensor 3P connector (A), and install the wire harness clamp (B).
24. Reconnect the 2P connector (C) to the steering gearbox (D).
25. 2000-2005 models: Connect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor A (top dead center (TDC) sensor 1) and CMP sensor B (TDC sensor 2) connectors.
26. 2006 model: Connect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor connector.
27. 2000-2005 models: Install the upper intake manifold bracket mounting bolt (A) and upper starter motor mounting bolt (B). Connect the hose (C) to the suction valve.
28. 2006 model: Install the upper intake manifold bracket mounting bolt (A) and upper starter motor mounting bolt (B).
29. Install the heat shield.
30. Install the exhaust manifold cover.
31. Install the A/C compressor, then connect the 1P connector.
32. Install the alternator and the alternator-compressor belt.
33. Connect the steering joint (A) by aligning the reference marks (B), and tighten the bolts (C) to the specified torque.
34. Remove the steering wheel.
35. Center the cable reel, and reinstall the steering wheel.
36. 2000-2005 models: Install the air cleaner housing (A), then connect the air control solenoid valve connector (B) and vacuum hoses (C).
37. 2000-2005 models: Install the air cleaner element assembly (A) and the air cleaner housing cover (B), then connect the air hose (C) and the breather pipe (D).
38. 2006 model: Install the air cleaner housing (A) then install the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor harness clamps (B).
39. 2006 model: Install the air cleaner element assembly (A) and the air cleaner housing cover (B), then connect the IAT sensor connector (C) and breather pipe (D), install the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor harness (E) to the holder.
40. Apply multipurpose grease where shown. Install the shift lever spring and the shift lever.
41. Install the shift boot and the boot holder.
42. Install the center console.
43. Install the shift lever knob, and tighten the locknut.
44. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable, and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
45. Check the front wheel alignment.
46. Check the shift lever and clutch operation.
47. 2000-2005 models: Do the ECM idle learn procedure.
48. Test-drive the vehicle.
49. Enter the radio anti-theft code, then enter the audio presets, and set the clock.