Removal and Installation of Transaxle

COMPONENTS
Remove and install the parts as shown.

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Part 4:

MAIN POINT OF REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION




1. REMOVE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
HINT: When removing transaxle from engine, remove as the following procedure since cylinder block rib contacts transfer case.

a. Pull the transaxle assembly straight out until there are space of 60 - 80 mm (2.36 - 3.15 in.) between engine and transaxle case.




b. Turn the transfer output shaft in the direction shown by the arrow.




c. While holding the transaxle, pull out whole transaxle.

2. INSTALL TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY FOLLOWING REMOVAL SEQUENCE IN REVERSE



REPLACEMENT OF TRANSAXLE GEAR OIL
1. DRAIN TRANSAXLE OIL
2. FILL TRANSAXLE OIL WITH GEAR OIL
Oil: Transaxle oil E50 (08885-80206) or equivalent
Recommended oil
Oil grade: API GL-5
Viscosity:
Above -18°C (0°F): SAE75W-90, 80W-90 or 90
Below -18°C (0°F): SAE75W-90, 80W-90 or 80W

Capacity: 5.0 liters (5.3 US qts, 4.4 Imp. qts)