Installation Procedure
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- Install the oil pan gasket (25).
- Install the oil pan (24).
- Install the oil pan bolts (23).
Tighten
Tighten the oil pan bolts (23) to 14 N.m (10 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the transaxle with the proper quantity of DEXRON® III.
- Place the gear selector in the Park position.
- Start the engine.
- Run the engine at a slow idle. Do NOT race the engine.
NOTE: Do NOT overfill the transaxle. The overfilling of the transaxle causes foaming, loss of fluid, shift complaints, and possible damage to the transaxle
- Adjust the fluid level. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECKING PROCEDURE .
- Inspect for proper completion of the repairs.
- Inspect the fluid for leaks.