Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE:

Automatic transaxle is composed of delicate components. Be careful not to cause any damage on the component in the course of assembly and disassembly.
Maintain clean condition so that foreign substance does not get into the automatic transaxle.
Use a coated apron, latex gloves, and stainless tray to prevent foreign substance from getting into the transaxle.

Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Drain the engine coolant.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "COOLANT ")
Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening torque:

34.0 - 44.0 N.m (3.5 - 4.5 kgf.m, 25.3 - 32.5 lb.ft)

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NOTE:
- Automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) can be reused. Collect it using a clean 10-liter beaker.
- The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one (do not reuse).
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the wiring bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the ATF warmer.
(Refer to Hydraulic System - "ATF WARMER ")
Remove the valve body cover (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

11.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.2 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb.ft)

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NOTE:
- Be careful not to discharge the remaining ATF when removing the valve body cover.
Separate the E-module (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the valve body assembly (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Disconnect the speed sensor connector (A).

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Remove the speed sensor (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Disconnect the main connector (A).

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Remove the clip (A) after removing the bolt.
Tightening torque:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the connector (A) by pushing it downward.

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