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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Ensure clearance is maintained between the transmission and the following:
    • The clutch assembly
    • The input shaft
    • The catalytic converters
    • The wiring harnesses
    • The propeller shaft
  1. Using the transmission jack, carefully raise the transmission to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: Aligning Engine Dowels With Transmission
    GM801333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Align the engine dowels (1) with the transmission.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the transmission mounting bolts (2-3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission mounting bolts (2-3) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  4. Install the transmission mounting bolt (4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission mounting bolt (4) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: Installing Remaining Transmission Mounting Bolts
    GM801334Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the remaining transmission mounting bolts (1-2, 4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission mounting bolts (1-2, 4) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Connecting Engine Wiring Harness Retaining Clips
    GM785771Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the engine wiring harness retaining clips (1) to the transmission mounting bolts.
    7. Fig 4: Identifying Frame Mounting Bolts
    GM822362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Raise the jack stand supporting the frame (1).
  8. Install the 2 rear frame mounting bolts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten all 4 frame bolts (2) to 191 N.m (141 lb ft).

  9. Remove the jack stand supporting the frame.
    10. Fig 5: Connecting Intermediate Shaft To Steering Gear
    GM754897Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
  11. Install the power steering gear intermediate shaft retaining bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

    12. Fig 6: Connecting Shift Control Rod To Transmission And Installing Shift Control Rod Pin
    GM834520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Connect the shift control rod (2) to the transmission and install the shift control rod pin (3).
  13. Connect the reaction arm (4) to the transmission and install the reaction arm pin (5).
  14. Install the shift control rod pin and reaction arm pin retaining clips (1).
  15. Install the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement .
  16. Remove the transmission jack.
    17. Fig 7: Installing Clutch Hydraulic Hose Retaining Clip
    GM802767Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the clutch hydraulic hose retaining clip (1) to the clutch slave cylinder.
    18. IMPORTANT: Ensure the clutch hydraulic hose is routed in an upward direction above the clutch slave cylinder with no sharp bends, kinks, or downward loops. Ensure the clutch hydraulic hose does not come in contact with any sharp or potentially hot surfaces.
  18. Install the clutch hydraulic hose to the vehicle.
  19. Align the clutch hydraulic hose locating tab with the notch in the slave cylinder hose fitting.
  20. Push the clutch hydraulic hose (2) into the clutch slave cylinder until a "click" is heard.
  21. Tug gently on the clutch hydraulic hose (2) to ensure proper retention to the clutch slave cylinder.
    22. Fig 8: Installing Propeller Shaft Coupler To Transmission Flange
    GM803962Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the propeller shaft coupler (1) to the transmission flange. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement (Automatic Transmission) , Propeller Shaft Replacement (Manual Transmission) or Propeller Shaft Replacement (CTS-V) in Propeller Shaft.
  23. Install the catalytic converter hanger bracket. Refer to Catalytic Converter Hanger Bracket Replacement .
  24. Install the oxygen sensor to bank 1 sensor 2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Replacement Bank 1 Sensor 2 in Engine Controls - 2.6L and 3.2L.
  25. Install the oxygen sensor to bank 2 sensor 2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Replacement Bank 2 Sensor 2 in Engine Controls - 2.6L and 3.2L.
  26. Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (LA3, LY9) , Exhaust System Replacement (LY7) or Exhaust System Replacement (LS6) in Engine Exhaust.
    27. Fig 9: Connecting Vehicle Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM785881Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  27. Connect the vehicle speed sensor electrical connector.
    28. Fig 10: Connecting Backup Lamp Electrical Connector To Backup Lamp Switch
    GM785880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Connect the backup lamp electrical connector (2) to the backup lamp switch (1).
  29. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level Inspection .
  30. Lower the vehicle.
    31. Fig 11: Identifying J 42640
    GM333146Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  31. Unlock the steering column by removing the J 42640  from the steering column lower trim cover access hole.
  32. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding (CTS) or Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding (CTS-V) .
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