Transmission, Installing: Procedure: Notes
Replace the bolts that were tightened with an additional turn.
Replace self-locking nuts and bolts and seals, gaskets and O-rings.
Secure all hose connections with hose clamps of the same type as those equipped by the factory. Refer to the parts information.
When installing, bring all cable ties back to same positions.
-- Before installing a replacement transmission, always clean out the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) cooler and ATF pipes using compressed air (maximum 10 bar (145 psi)). Refer to Clean .
-- Clean residue from the threaded holes in the cylinder block using a thread tap before installing.
-- When installing a replacement transmission: Install the transmission support, transmission mount and tunnel crossmember in the new transmission. Refer to OVERVIEW - SUBFRAME MOUNT .
-- Mount the transmission onto the :T40173 and secure it using the tension strap -1- as illustrated.
Installing the torque converter incorrectly can cause damage to the ATF pump drive plate.
- Check the installed dimension of the torque converter. .
-- Inspect the aluminum bolts used to connect the engine to the transmission to see if they can be used again and mark them, if necessary. Refer to Aluminum Bolts .
-- The following preparations must be made before connecting the engine and transmission:
-- Turn the torque converter so that hole next to the notch -arrow- is visible in the lower cut-out in the transmission housing as illustrated.
There is only 1 notch on the circumference; rotate the torque converter as needed.
-- Insert the :T40170 in the transmission housing from below and secure it on the flange shaft -1-.
-- Inspect the aluminum bolts used to connect the engine to the transmission to see if they can be used again and mark them, if necessary. Refer to Aluminum Bolts .
-- Coat locking piece -1- with lubricant.
-- Bring the starter -1- with the locking piece -2- into the installed position -4- by supporting the starter on the engine bracket using a plastic or rubber wedge -3-.
In this assembly overview pay attention, that the locking piece are in the correct installed position with the starter, if not the starter support bolts are difficult to install and the locking piece will no longer have its sealing capability.