Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Rear Transaxle Mount Bracket

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Using the following sequence, install the rear transaxle mount bracket bolts:
Tighten:
1. Tighten the middle bolt to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
2. Tighten the lower bolt to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
3. Tighten the upper bolt to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Axle Boot Heat Shield

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Install the axle boot heat shield.
Install the axle boot heat shield bolts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the heat shield to transmission mount bracket bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Tighten the heat shield to engine bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Install the rear transaxle mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Rear .