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Installation Procedure

  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 Transmission to Transfer Case End Play Check (F4WD Only) .
  2. Install the transfer case to the transaxle. Refer to Transfer Case Installation (F4WD Only) .
  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
  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).

  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 WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT -- FRONT .
  12. Connect the vehicle speed sensor.
    Fig 1: Installing Lower Transaxle Bolts & Stud
    G01812667Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  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 Transfer Case To Engine Mount Bolts
    G01812668Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the prop shaft.
    Fig 3: Installing Engine To Transfer Case Brace & Prop Shaft
    G01812669Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Thoroughly clean and apply LOCTITE(R) 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 .
  21. Lower vehicle.
  22. Remove engine support fixture. Refer to ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE .
    Fig 4: Propeller Shaft-To-Torque Tube Bolts
    G01812670Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the right side engine strut. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT -- RIGHT .
    Fig 5: Installing Right Side Engine Strut & Bolts
    G01812671Courtesy 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
    G01812672Courtesy 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.
  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 Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable
    G01812673Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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