Transmission/Transaxle Replacement

REMOVAL

For removal, refer to illustration.





NOTICE: Before removing transmission. disconnect the throttle cable from the following parts in the engine compartment order.
- A: Throttle lever
- B: Throttle cable bracket
- C: Clamp
- D: Clamp
- E: Clamp
- F: Clamp

TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND DRIVE PLATE INSPECTION
1. Inspect one-way clutch, as follows:





a. Install Special Service Tool (SST) 09350-30020 (09350-32020) or equivalents, so that it fits in the notch of the converter hub and outer race of the one-way clutch.





b. Press on the serrations of starter with a finger and rotate it. Check if it rotates smoothly when turned clockwise and locks up when turned counterclockwise.
2. Measure drive plate runout and inspect ring gear, as follows:





a. Set up a dial indicator and measure the drive plate runout.
b. Check the damage of the ring gear.
Maximum runout: 0.20 mm (0.0079 inch).
If the runout is not within the specification or ring gear is damaged, replace the drive plate. If installing a new drive plate, note the orientation of spacers and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).





3. Measure torque converter clutch sleeve runout, as follows:
a. Temporarily mount the torque converter clutch to the drive plate. Set up a dial indicator and measure the torque converter clutch sleeve runout.
Maximum runout: 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch).
If the runout is not with in the specification try to correct by reorienting/he installation of the torque converter clutch. If excessive runout cannot be corrected, replace the torque converter clutch.

NOTE: Mark the position of the torque converter clutch to ensure correct installation.

b. Remove the torque converter clutch.

TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH MAIN POINTS





1. Check torque converter clutch installation. Using calipers and a straight edge, measure the distance from the installed surface of the torque converter clutch to the front surface of the transmission housing.
Correct distance: More than 17.1 mm (0.673 inch).
If the distance is less than the standard, check for an improper installation.


INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: After installation, check and inspect items as follows.
- Check fluid level.
- Road test the vehicle.