AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

Note

If automatic transaxle parts are replaced, refer to Parts Replacement Compensation Table to determine if any additional operations are necessary Click here.


  1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE

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  2. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY


    1. A019KRR

      Remove the nut and separate the engine mounting insulator LH.

    2. A019OTY

      Remove the bolt and separate the front engine mounting insulator.

    3. A019MPZ

      Remove the nut and separate the engine mounting insulator RH.

    4. Remove the front frame assembly.

    5. Using a height adjustable attachment and plate lift attachment, place the engine assembly on a flat level surface.

      Note


      • Using a height adjustable attachment and plate lift attachment, place the engine assembly with transaxle horizontally.

      • To prevent the oil pan from deforming, do not place any attachments onto the oil pan of the engine assembly with transaxle.

      • Using an engine sling device and engine lift, secure the engine assembly before service.

  3. REMOVE STARTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A019K4AE01

      Disconnect the starter connector.

    2. Turn back the terminal cap, remove the nut and disconnect the starter wire.

    3. A019LZI

      Remove the 2 bolts and starter.

  4. REMOVE TCM


    1. A019ONV

      Turn the lock lever and disconnect the connector from the TCM.

    2. A019L5W

      Remove the 2 bolts and TCM from the transaxle.

  5. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE


    1. A019PGY

      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the engine wire.

    2. Disengage the 5 clamps and disconnect the engine wire.

  6. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY


    1. A019NP9

      Remove the 9 bolts and remove the automatic transaxle from the engine.

      Note

      To prevent damage to the knock pins, do not pry between the transaxle and engine.

  7. REMOVE TORQUE CONVERTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A019JQY

      Remove the torque converter assembly from the automatic transaxle.

  8. DISCONNECT BREATHER PLUG HOSE


    1. A019JPL

      Disengage the clamp and disconnect the breather plug hose from the flexible hose bracket.

  9. REMOVE FLEXIBLE HOSE BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A019ME3

      Remove the bolt and flexible hose bracket from the automatic transaxle.

  10. REMOVE FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET


    1. A019L66

      Remove the 3 bolts and front engine mounting bracket from the automatic transaxle.

  11. REMOVE WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET


    1. A019O3Z

      Remove the 4 bolts and 4 clamp brackets from the automatic transaxle.

  12. REMOVE NO. 1 TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE BRACKET


    1. A019KGR

      Remove the 2 bolts and No. 1 transmission control cable bracket from the automatic transaxle.

  13. REMOVE TRANSMISSION CASE PLUG ASSEMBLY


    1. A019ORY

      Remove the transmission case plug from the automatic transaxle.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the transmission case plug.

  14. INSPECT TORQUE CONVERTER ASSEMBLY


    1. A019LX5E09
      Text in Illustration
      *a Smooth
      *b Difficult
      *c Spline

      Inspect the one-way clutch.


      1. Press on the spline of the stator with a finger and rotate it. Check that it rotates smoothly when turned clockwise and rotates with difficulty when turned counterclockwise.

        If necessary, clean the converter and recheck the one-way clutch.

        Replace the torque converter assembly if the one-way clutch still fails the inspection.

    2. A019NQ2E03
      Text in Illustration
      *a Sample showing maximum allowable amount of powder in ATF

      Determine the condition of the torque converter assembly.


      1. If the inspection result of the torque converter assembly satisfies one of the following conditions, replace the torque converter assembly.


          Malfunction

        • A metallic sound is emitted from the torque converter assembly during the stall test or when the shift lever is moved to N.

        • The one-way clutch rotates smoothly or with difficulty in both directions.

        • The amount of powder in the ATF is greater than the sample shown in the illustration (see the sample).

          Text in Illustration
          *a Sample showing maximum allowable amount of powder in ATF

          Tech Tips

          The sample shows approximately 0.025 liters (0.026 US qts, 0.022 Imp. qts) of ATF that is taken out from the removed torque converter assembly.

    3. Replace the ATF in the torque converter assembly.


      1. If the ATF is discolored and/or has a foul odor, stir the ATF in the torque converter assembly and drain it.

    4. A019ORP

      Clean and check the oil cooler and oil pipe line.


      1. If the torque converter assembly is inspected or the ATF is replaced, clean the oil cooler and oil pipe line.

        Tech Tips


        • Apply compressed air of 196 kPa (2.0 kgf/ cm2, 28 psi) into the inlet hose.

        • If a large amount of powder is found in the ATF, add new ATF using a bucket pump and clean the oil cooler and oil pipe line again.

      2. If the ATF is cloudy, inspect the oil cooler (radiator).

    5. A019NFKE35
      Text in Illustration
      *a Correct
      *b Incorrect
      *c The bottom is damaged.

      Prevent deformation of the torque converter assembly and damage to the oil pump gear.


      1. When any marks due to interference are found on the end of the bolt for the torque converter or on the bottom of the bolt hole, replace the bolt and the torque converter assembly.

      2. All of the bolts should be the same length.

      3. Bolts with washers must be used.