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Installation Procedure

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  1. The transmission-to-transfer case end play check procedure must be performed each time the transmission, transfer case, or the internal components (excluding gaskets and seals) are replaced. Refer to TRANSAXLE-TO-TRANSFER CASE END PLAY in Removal and Installation - T/C in Transmission.
  2. Install the transfer case to the transaxle. Refer to TRANSFER CASE in Removal and Installation - T/C in Transmission.
  3. Position the flex plate alignment hole to the seven o'clock position.
  4. Align the transaxle filler tube to the transmission and install the transaxle into the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the lower transaxle bolt (6) and stud (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the lower transaxle to engine and engine to transaxle bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Lower Transaxle Bolt And Stud
    G01531518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install transfer case to transmission bracket.
  7. Install the wiring harness bracket to the side cover.
  8. Connect the neutral safety switch.
  9. Install the transaxle brace. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION BRACE REPLACEMENT   . 
  10. Connect the transmission cooler lines.
  11. Install the right and left axle shafts into the transaxle. Refer to AXLE SHAFT  in Driveline/Axle-Front Wheel Drive Shafts.
  12. Connect the vehicle speed sensor.
  13. Install the torque converter bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 63 N.m (46 lb ft).

  14. Install the torque converter cover. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER COVER REPLACEMENT   . 
  15. Install the filler tube bracket retaining bolt on the transmission.
    Fig 2: Installing Filler Tube Bracket Retaining Bolt On Transmission
    G01531519Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the prop shaft.
    Fig 3: Installing Prop Shaft
    G01531520Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Thoroughly clean and apply LOCTITE® DRI-LOC 201® (GM P/N 12345493, or equivalent) to the bolt threads prior to assembly.

  17. Install the propeller shaft-to-transfer case bolts (2). Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

  18. Install the propeller shaft-to-torque tube bolts (4). Ensure the special washer is in place on each pair of bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

  19. Install the frame.
  20. Install the front wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  in Tires and Wheels.
  21. Lower vehicle.
  22. Remove engine support fixture. Refer to ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE  in Engine Mechanical - 3.4 L.
    Fig 4: Installing Propeller Shaft-To-Transfer Case And Tube Bolts
    G01531521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the right side engine strut. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT - RIGHT  in Engine Mechanical - 3.4 L.
    Fig 5: Installing Right Side Engine Strut
    G01531522Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  24. Install the upper transaxle bolts (3, 4, 5) and stud (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts and stud to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

    Fig 6: Installing Upper Transaxle Bolts And Stud
    G01531523Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Connect the wiring harness the transaxle.
  26. Install transmission range selector cable bracket. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION RANGE SELECTOR CABLE BRACKET REPLACEMENT   . 
  27. Install the automatic transmission range selector cable on the manual shaft.
  28. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION & OVERHAUL  in Removal and Installation in in Engine Performance.
  29. Install the coolant recovery bottle.
    NOTE: Do NOT overfill the transaxle. The overfilling of the transaxle causes foaming, loss of fluid, shift complaints, and possible damage to the transaxle.
  30. Adjust the fluid level.
  31. Inspect for fluid leaks.
    Fig 7: Installing Coolant Recovery Bottle
    G01531524Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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