Transaxle NVH Shield

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Fig 1: Transaxle NVH Shield Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

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ITEM DESCRIPTION

Disable the high voltage electrical system. For additional information, refer to HIGH VOLTAGE TRACTION BATTERY article.
Remove the rear transmission insulator bracket. For additional information, refer to TRANSAXLE SUPPORT INSULATOR - REAR in this service information.
Remove the wiring harness retainer and selector lever cable from the studs.

Fig 2: Locating Wiring Harness Retainer And Selector Lever Cable
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Remove the NVH shield stud.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Locating NVH Shield Stud
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Remove the 2 transaxle harness electrical connector bracket bolts.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Transaxle Harness Electrical Connector Bracket Bolts
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Remove the stud bolt and disconnect the transaxle harness electrical connector.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 5: Locating Stud Bolt And Transaxle Harness Electrical Connector
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Remove the 2 nuts from the bottom of the NVH shield.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  
  Fig 6: Locating NVH Shield Nuts
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Remove the NVH shield.
To install, reverse removal procedure.