Transaxle Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Do not allow the transaxle to fall from the jack.
Verify that the transaxle is securely supported by the jack. If the transaxle should fall, serious injury or death and damage to the vehicle could result. Before removing the transaxle, make sure that the jack is securely supporting it.

Set the transaxle on a jack and lift it into place.

Fig 1: Supporting Transaxle On Jack
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the transaxle mounting bolts.
Tightening Torque
1. A: 90-116 N.m {9.1-11.9 kgf.m, 66-86 ft.lbf}
2. B: 38-51 N.m {3.8-5.3 kgf.m, 28-38 ft.lbf}
3. C: 19-25 N.m {1.9-2.6 kgf.m, 14-18 ft.lbf}
Fig 2: Installing Transaxle Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the torque converter nuts.
Tightening Torque

28-46 N.m {2.8-4.7 kgf.m, 21-33 ft.lbf}
Hand tighten the No.4 engine mount nuts.