Transmission Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Shift to any gear position.
Install the SST to the main shaft.

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool To Main Shaft
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WARNING:
- Remove the transmission carefully, holding it steady. If the transmission falls it could be damaged or cause injury.
Place the transmission on the transmission jack and raise it.

Fig 2: Placing Transmission On Transmission Jack
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NOTE:
- Slowly rotate the SST to engage the clutch with the main drive gear spline, and install the transmission.
Install the transmission.
Tighten the transmission installation bolt.

Fig 3: Locating Transmission Installation Bolt
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Bolt length

A: 55 mm {2.1 in}

B: 90 mm {3.5 in}

Tightening torque

37-52 N.m {3.8-5.3 kgf.m, 28-38 ft.lbf}