Installation Procedure
- Support the transmission with a suitable transmission jack.
Raise the transmission (1) into place.
Remove the DT-21366 Converter Holding Strap (1).
- NOTE:
The torque converter must rotate freely by hand.
Slide the transmission (3) straight onto the locating pins while lining up the marks on the flywheel and the torque converter.
- Transmission Stud (1) Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Transmission Bolt (2) Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Stud (1) Install and tighten [5x] - Fastener Specifications
Install the fuel feed and evaporative emission and return hose (3).
- Fuel Feed and Return Front Hose Bracket Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Fuel Feed and Return Front Hose Bracket Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Install the transmission vent hose clip bracket (2).
- Install and tighten the transmission vent hose clip bracket nut (1). Fastener Specifications
Reposition the transmission vent hose (2) then install transmission vent hose retainer (1).
Reposition the engine wiring harness (2) then install the engine wiring harness retainer (1).
Transmission Heat Shield (3) - Install
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Transmission Heat Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Transmission Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Install the wiring harness.
- Uncap the fittings and unplug the holes of the transmission.
Connect the wiring harness retainers. (2)
- Connect the electrical connector. (1)
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Transmission Torque Converter Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [6x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Converter Cover - Right Side (2) - Install
- Transmission Converter Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter (1) - Install
Electrical Connector (3) - Connect
- Protective Sleeve (4) - Install
- Starter Solenoid Cable (1) - Install
- Starter Solenoid Cable Nut (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Starter Solenoid Cable (2) - Install
- Battery Negative Cable Ground Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
Catalytic converter removed for graphic clarity.
Starter Heat Shield (2) - Install
- Starter Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Starter Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
{with RC1} Underbody Skid Shield (3) - Install
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Underbody Splash Shield (1) - Install
Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
{with WTX} Underbody Skid Shield (2) - Install
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Extension (4) - Install
- Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (3) @ Underbody Skid Shield - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Bumper Fascia Extension (1) - Install
Front Bumper Fascia Extension Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [8x] - Fastener Specifications
- Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [10x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Converter Cover - Left Side (2) - Install
- Transmission Converter Cover Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Propeller Shaft (1) - Install
Align the reference marks made between the rear wheel drive shaft flange and the front and rear propeller shaft (2).
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Install the 4 rear propeller shaft bolts (1) and tighten in a crisscross pattern. Fastener Specifications .
Exhaust System Seal- Right Side (1) - Install NEW
Exhaust System Seal- Left Side (1) - Install NEW
Three-Way Catalytic Converter (1) - Install
Transmission Support Crossmember (1) - Install
Transmission Support Crossmember Bolt (2) - Install [4x]
- Transmission Support Crossmember Nut (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Transmission Mount Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the support from the transmission.
{If equipped} Wiring Harness (2) @ Wiring Harness Retainer (1) - Install [3x]
Automatic Level Control Air Supply Reservoir (2) - Install
- Automatic Level Control Air Compressor Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
If equipped, install the chassis wire harness clip (1) to the automatic level control air supply reservoir.
Install the air line (2) and clip the 2 air line retainers (1).
Exhaust Front Pipe Nut - Right Side (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Exhaust Front Pipe Nut - Left Side (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Exhaust Muffler (2) @ Three-Way Catalytic Converter (3) - Connect
- Exhaust Pipe Clamp (1) - Tighten - Fastener Specifications
Connect the heated oxygen sensor electrical connector. (1)
Connect the heated oxygen sensor electrical connector. (1)
- CAUTION:
Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .
NOTE:A special anti-seize compound is used in the HO2S threads. The compound consists of liquid graphite and glass beads. The graphite tends to burn away, but the glass beads remain, making the sensor easier to remove. New, or service replacement sensors already have the compound applied to the threads. If the sensor is removed from an exhaust component and if for any reason the sensor is to be reinstalled, the threads must have anti-seize compound applied before reinstallation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Using a suitable tool, install and tighten the heated oxygen sensor bank 1 sensor 2 (1). Fastener Specifications
- Connect the heated oxygen sensor electrical connector. (1)
Using a suitable tool, install and tighten the heated oxygen sensor bank 1 sensor 1 (1). Fastener Specifications
- Connect the heated oxygen sensor electrical connector. (1)
Exhaust Front Pipe Heat Shield (2) - Install
- Exhaust Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Exhaust Front Pipe Heat Shield (2) - Install
- Exhaust Heat Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Front Wheelhouse Liner - Left Side and Right Side - Install [2x] - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
- Remove the caps from the fittings and plugs from the holes before installing the transmission fluid cooler pipes.
Transmission Fluid Cooler Seal (3) - Install NEW
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe (2) @ Automatic Transmission - Install
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Connector Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1, 5W4) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
- Fill and inspect the transmission fluid level.
- Inspect for Leaks
- Take the air system out of service mode.
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Rotate the crankshaft balancer center bolt clockwise ONLY, to align the transmission torque converter bolt with the starter opening.