CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE


    1. Remove the engine assembly with transaxle Click here.

  2. REMOVE DRIVE SHAFT HEAT INSULATOR BRACKET


    1. A0116W7

      Remove the 2 bolts and remove the drive shaft heat insulator bracket from the engine.

  3. DISCONNECT WATER BY-PASS HOSE ASSEMBLY


    1. A011AZNE01

      Disengage the clamp and separate the breather hose from the breather hose clamp.

    2. A0118OC

      Remove the bolt and separate the water by-pass hose from the CVT.

    3. A0119ZG

      Slide the 2 clamps and separate the 2 water by-pass hoses from the oil cooler.

  4. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE


    1. A011AG7

      Disconnect the oxygen sensor connector, oil pressure sensor connector and the transmission revolution sensor connector (NOUT).

    2. Disengage the 5 clamps and separate the engine wire from the CVT.

    3. A0116XK

      Remove the bolt and separate the engine wire from the CVT.

    4. Disconnect the park/neutral position switch connector, the transmission wire connector, and the 2 transmission revolution sensor connectors (NIN, NT).

    5. Disengage the 3 clamps and separate the engine wire from the CVT.

  5. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING CONTROL BRACKET


    1. A0117AV

      Remove the 4 bolts and then remove the engine mounting control bracket from the CVT.

  6. REMOVE STARTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A011937

      Open the terminal cap.

    2. Remove the nut and disconnect terminal 30.

    3. Disconnect the connector.

    4. A0116ZJ

      Remove the 2 bolts and the starter assembly.

  7. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND TORQUE CONVERTER SETTING BOLT


    1. A01187DE02

      Use SST to hold the crankshaft pulley in place.

      SST
      09960-10010   ( 09962-01000, 09963-01000 )
    2. A01184P

      Remove the 6 drive plate and torque converter setting bolts.

  8. REMOVE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE


    1. A0117IF

      Remove the 9 bolts and the CVT.

      Note

      Do not twist the CVT when removing it from the engine, because the knock pins could be damaged.

  9. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING STAY LH


    1. A011BH6

      Remove the 2 bolts and then remove the engine mounting stay LH from the CVT and engine mounting bracket LH.

  10. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET LH


    1. A0117NX

      Remove the 3 bolts and then remove the engine mounting bracket LH from the CVT.

  11. REMOVE NO. 1 TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE BRACKET


    1. A0116Y5

      Remove the 2 bolts and then remove the No. 1 transmission control cable bracket from the CVT.

  12. REMOVE WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET


    1. A011A2E

      Remove the 2 bolts and then remove the 2 wire harness clamp brackets from the CVT.

    2. A0117Y2

      Remove the 3 bolts and then remove the 3 wire harness clamp brackets from the CVT.

  13. REMOVE TORQUE CONVERTER ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the torque converter assembly from the CVT.

  14. REMOVE CVT OIL PUMP TYPE T OIL SEAL

    Note


    • Do not remove the front oil pump assembly from the CVT main body, as there is the possibility of the entry of dust and foreign matter.

    • Clean the work area, the tools to be used, and other equipment, etc. thoroughly before the operation, as there is the possibility that a CVT malfunction, which could prevent the vehicle from running, could occur if dust or fine foreign matter enters the CVT.

    • Do not use cotton work gloves, cloths, or paper towels, etc. that may produce lint, etc.

    • Perform the operation as quickly as possible, as dust and foreign matter could enter the CVT while the torque convertor is not attached to it.

    • Do not use the air gun until the torque convertor has been installed, as it could cause dust and foreign matter to be stirred up.


    1. A0118Z4E02

      Clean the tips of both the claws of the SST and the center bolt.

    2. Using the SST, remove the CVT oil pump type T oil seal.

      SST
      09308-10010

      Note

      Pay attention to the angle of the claws when opening them, and ensure that they do not come into contact with the oil pump housing, as there is the possibility that metal particles could be produced if they do.

  15. INSPECT TORQUE CONVERTER


    1. Inspect the torque converter one-way clutch.


      1. A0118CDE01
        Text in Illustration
        *1 Splines

        Lightly rotate the stator by pushing the splines with a finger.

        OK
        Stator rotates smoothly when turned clockwise and there is resistance when it is turned counterclockwise.

    2. Determine the condition of the torque converter.


      1. A011BW9E01
        Text in Illustration
        *1 Sample Showing Maximum Allowable Amount of Particulate in Fluid
        *2 Actual Size

        Replace the torque converter if it does not fulfill any of the standard conditions.

        Standard conditions
        *During the stall test or when the shift lever is in N, no metallic sounds are emitted from the torque converter.
        *The one-way clutch rotates smoothly when turned clockwise and does not rotate when turned counterclockwise.
        *The amount of particulate in the fluid is not greater than the sample shown in the illustration.

        Tech Tips

        The sample illustration shows approximately 0.025 liters (0.026 US qts, 0.022 Imp. qts) of fluid taken from a removed torque converter clutch.

    3. Replace the fluid in the torque converter.


      1. If the fluid is discolored and/or has a foul odor, stir the fluid in the torque converter thoroughly and drain the fluid with the torque converter facing upward.

    4. Check that the inside of the oil cooler is clean.


      1. When inspecting the torque converter and/or replacing fluid, drain the fluid with the oil cooler installation surface facing downward.

        Tech Tips

        If there is a large amount of particulate in the fluid, clean the inside of the oil cooler by adding new fluid.

      2. If the fluid is cloudy or white, check the oil cooler.

    5. Check the torque converter installation bolts.


      1. All of the installation bolts must be the same length (+/- 0.5 mm (0.0197 in.)) and each must have a spring washer.

  16. INSPECT DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR


    1. Visually check the drive plate and ring gear.


      1. Check the drive plate and ring gear for damage.

        Tech Tips

        Replace the drive plate and ring gear if it is damaged.

    2. Inspect runout of drive plate and ring gear.


      1. A011B2WE01
        Text in Illustration
        *1 Measuring Point

        Set up a dial indicator and measure the runout of the drive plate and ring gear at 6 places along the torque converter installation surface.

        Maximum runout
        0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)

        Tech Tips

        If the runout exceeds the maximum, replace the drive plate and ring gear.