Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting
2. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
3. Remove the transaxle brace bolts.
4. Remove the transaxle brace.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the transaxle brace.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the transaxle brace bolts to the transaxle.
- Tighten the transaxle brace bolts to the transaxle to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the transaxle brace bolts to the engine.
- Tighten the transaxle brace bolts to the engine to 63 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
5. Lower the vehicle.