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Installation Procedure

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  1. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Fluid Fill Cap
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  2. Remove the fluid fill cap (1), if accessible.
    NOTE: If the transmission fluid filler cap cannot be accessed, proceed to the next step in this procedure.
  3. Remove the left front wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  4. Remove the fluid filler plug (1) from the transmission.
    Fig 2: Fluid Filler Plug
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  5. Fill the transmission to the proper level with the correct fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check and Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers .
  6. Install the fluid fill cap (1), if accessible.
    Fig 3: Fluid Fill Cap
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  7. Install the fluid filler plug (1) to the transmission and tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
    Fig 4: Fluid Filler Plug
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  8. Install the left front wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation