On-Vehicle Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Apply ATF to a new O-ring.
Install the O-ring to the throttle cable.
Install the throttle cable.

Fig 1: Installing Throttle Cable
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Install the nipple of the throttle cable to the throttle cam.
Verify that the manual valve and manual shaft are assembled correctly.

Fig 2: Identifying Manual Valve And Manual Shaft Assembly
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Install the control valve body.
Tightening torque
1. 7.9-11.7 N.{80-120 kgf.cm, 70-104 in.lbf}
NOTE:
- Step 7 is for the throttle cable replacement only.
Fig 3: Installing Control Valve Body
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With throttle cable installed to the throttle cam, bend near the center of the throttle cable to a radius of 200 mm {7.87 in} . Then, pull the throttle cable until there is no play or just before the throttle cam starts to move, and stake the adjustment mark at the position shown in the figure.

Fig 4: Bending Throttle Cable
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Install the oil strainer.
Tightening torque
1. 5.0-5.8 N.m {50-60 kgf.cm, 44-52 in.lbf}
Connect the shift solenoids A, B, and torque converter clutch solenoid valve connectors.

Fig 5: Connecting Shift Solenoids And Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve Connectors
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Install the tube.
Install the new gasket and oil pan.
Tightening torque
1. 4.0-4.9 N.m {40-50 kgf.cm, 35-43 in.lbf}
Install the throttle cable to the throttle lever.
Adjust the throttle cable. (See THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT .)
Add ATF to the specified level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
Carry out mechanical test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)
Carry out road test. (See ROAD TEST .)