Installation Procedure
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- Clean the clutch hub and the input shaft from any debris and contaminates with a lint-free towel.
- Use a clean flat brush (1) to apply very light coating of multi-purpose grease to input shaft until the metal is only shiny. No visible clumps of grease are permissible regardless of size. Smear away from the transmission in direction of the shown arrow.
- Clean the entire lead surface of the input shaft with a NEW, lint-free towel (1).
- With the cradle in the lowered position, fit the transmission to the vehicle. It may be necessary to push up on the front of the engine to gain enough clearance to the body structure.
- Install the two left lower transmission clutch housing to engine fasteners (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the two right (transmission side) lower transmission clutch housing to engine fasteners (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the upper transmission clutch housing to engine bolts and studs (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the three harness retainers to the upper clutch housing to engine fasteners.
- Connect the lower slave cylinder hose (2) to the slave cylinder.
- Install the hydraulic clutch hose/pipe retaining clip (1) to the clutch slave cylinder.
- Connect the shift control assembly to the transmission. Refer to Shift Control Assembly Replacement (M3L)
- Tilt engine and transmission up and tighten all cradle bolts. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation (LGX, LTG)
- Install the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Rear Mount Replacement
- Install the frame braces (3) to the vehicle. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation (LGX, LTG)
- Connect the wiring harness to the transmission then connect the following electrical connectors:
- Backup lamp switch (1)
- Vehicle speed sensor (2)
- Connect the fluid temperature sensor connector (2).
- Install the oil flow control valve heat shield. Refer to Oil Pump Flow Control Valve Heat Shield Replacement
- Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (LCV)Catalytic Converter Replacement (LTG)
- Connect the charge air cooler outlet tube (1) to the throttle body (2). Refer to Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Tube Replacement (LTG)
- Bleed to hydraulic clutch system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch System Bleeding
- Check the transmission fluid and fill as necessary. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level Inspection (M3L)
WARNING:
Use care when cleaning the clutch hub. The clutch hub may have sharp edges and can cause personal injury if contact is made. Wear protective gloves to avoid personal injury.
CAUTION:
Applying too much or the wrong type of grease on the transmission input shaft may cause damage, clutch slippage or failure. Always apply the correct type of grease. Never apply more grease than is necessary to coat the transmission input shaft with a very thin film of grease.
CAUTION:
Ensure that no grease remains on the lead surface of the transmission input shaft. Clean the lead surface of the transmission input shaft prior to the assembly of the transmission to the engine. Failure to maintain a clean surface may cause clutch slippage or failure.
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