Transmission - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

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Retainer, Torque Converter 307-346 (T97T-7902-A)

Installation 

1. 1.
   
   
   NOTE: Prior to installation of the transmission, lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease or damage to the torque converter or engine crankshaft can occur.

   Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease.

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1. 2.
   
   If equipped, align the torque converter stud and flexplate hole near the paint marks or sticker at the 12 o'clock position.

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1. 3.
   
   Install the Torque Converter Retainer.

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1. 4.
   
   
   NOTE: If transmission is being replaced, remove the transmission fluid fill plug and verify that the transmission is filled with transmission fluid.
   NOTE: If transmission was disassembled, add transmission fluid to the transmission.

   1. 1.
      
      Remove the transmission fluid fill plug transmission fluid level indicator assembly.
      • Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).

   1. 2.
      
      Verify transmission is filled with transmission fluid.

   1. 3.
      
      Slightly tilt the transmission rearward.

   1. 4.
      
      If the transmission was disassembled, add 11.35L (12 qt) of transmission fluid to the transmission through the transmission fluid fill hole.

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1. 5.
   
   
   NOTE: Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety strap.
   NOTE: Make sure the transmission jack makes contact on the outer ribs of the transmission fluid pan.

   Using a high-lift transmission jack, position the transmission behind the engine and remove the Torque Converter Retainer.

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1. 6.
   
   
   NOTE: Make sure the torque converter is fully seated in the transmission before aligning the transmission to the engine.
   NOTE: With the transmission in a horizontal position, move it toward the engine and position it on the dowel pins.

   Position the bracket and install the top bellhousing bolts.

   • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

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1. 7.
   
   Install the LH and bottom bellhousing bolts.
   • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

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1. 8.
   
   Install the RH bellhousing bolts.
   • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

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1. 9.
   
   
   NOTE: Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the engine clockwise.

   Install the new torque converter nuts.

   • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

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1. 10.
   
   Install the access cover and the pin-type retainers.

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1. 11.
   
   

   1. 1.
      
      Push the transmission electrical connector in to connect.

   1. 2.
      
      Rotate the transmission electrical connector clockwise.

   1. 3.
      
      Attach the wiring harness retainers.

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1. 12.
   
   Position the fuel line bracket and install the bolt.
   • Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).

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1. 13.
   
   
   NOTE: When installing the selector lever cable end, make sure that the selector lever cable end is correctly installed onto the manual control lever. Pull back on the selector lever cable to make sure the selector lever cable end is securely installed onto the manual control lever.
   NOTE: Apply pressure to the selector lever cable end while connecting it to the manual control lever to make sure the selector lever has not moved out of the DRIVE position.

   Connect the selector lever cable to the manual control lever.

   • Listen for the audible click.
   • Pull back on the selector lever cable to make sure that the selector lever cable is securely installed.

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1. 14.
   
   
   NOTE: Inspect the case and make sure the old transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings are not stuck in the case.
   NOTE: Install new transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings on the ends of the transmission fluid cooler tubes prior to installing.

   Install new transmission fluid cooler tube O-rings on the transmission fluid cooler tubes.

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1. 15.
   
   Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes and the new transmission fluid cooler tube bracket bolt.
   • Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).

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1. 16.
   
   If equipped, install the selector lever cable splash shield and nut.
   • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-In).

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1. 17.
   
   Install the LH and RH catalytic converters. Refer to Exhaust System .

1. 18.
   
   Install the rear driveshaft assembly. Refer to Driveshaft .

1. 19.
   
   
   NOTE: If equipped with a underbody splash shield, do not install the splash shield at this time.

   Install the starter motor assembly. Refer to Starting System .

1. 20.
   
   Connect the LH HO2S electrical connector and attach the wire routing retainers.

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1. 21.
   
   Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables .

1. 22.
   
   Verify that the selector lever cable is correctly adjusted. Refer to Automatic Transmission External Controls .

1. 23.
   
   After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure using a diagnostic scan tool.

1. 24.
   
   If a new transmission or a new main control was installed, the solenoid body strategy must be updated. Refer to Solenoid Body Strategy .

1. 25.
   
   If the transmission was overhauled, the adaptive drive cycle must be updated. Refer to Shift Point Road Test .

1. 26.
   
   While driving the vehicle, use the scan tool to verify that the TFT has reached a temperature of 96.7 °C-102 °C (206 °F-215 °F). This will circulate the transmission fluid through the torque converter and the transmission fluid cooling system, eliminating any trapped air in the transmission fluid cooling system.

1. 27.
   
   Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level Check .