Installation Note

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Install the vent tube assembly.
WARNING:
- Secure the transmission to the transmission jack with a safety chain.
Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter Holding Tool SST
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Raise and position the transmission.
Remove the torque converter holding tool SST .
4.0L engine
NOTE:
- Align the flexplate to converter marks made at removal.
Fig 2: Identifying Transmission To Engine Bolts
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Install the transmission to engine bolts.
1. Install 2 M10 x 40 mm (1.57 in) bolts.
2. Install 4 M10 x 50 mm (1.96 in) bolts.
3. Install 2 M10 x 75 mm (2.95 in) bolts.
Tightening Torque:

55 Nm {5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lbf}

3.0L engine
NOTE:
- Align the flexplate to converter marks made at removal.
Fig 3: Identifying Transmission To Engine Bolts
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Install the transmission to engine bolts.
1. Install 1 M10 x 40 mm (1.57 in) bolt.
2. Install 2 M10 x 50 mm (1.96 in) bolts.
3. Install 2 M10 x 75 mm (2.95 in) bolts.
Tightening Torque:

55 Nm {5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lbf}

Fig 4: Identifying Upper Fluid Filler Tube And Bracket Bolt
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Install the upper fluid filler tube and bracket bolt.
1. Install the upper filler tube.
2. Install the M10 x 50 mm (1.96 in) bolt.
Tightening Torque:

55 Nm {5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lbf}

2.3L engine
NOTE:
- Align the flexplate to the converter marks made at removal.
Fig 5: Identifying Transmission To Engine Bolts
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Install the transmission to engine bolts.
1. Install 1 M10 x 40 mm (1.57 in) bolt.
2. Install 4 M10 x 50 mm (1.96 in) bolts.
3. Install 2 M10 x 75 mm (2.95 in) bolts.
Tightening Torque:

55 Nm {5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lbf}

Fig 6: Identifying Upper Fluid Filler Tube And Bracket Bolt
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Install the upper fluid filler tube and bracket bolt.
1. Install the upper filler tube.
2. Install the M10 x 50 mm (1.96 in) bolt.
Tightening Torque:

55 Nm {5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lbf}

Fig 7: Locating Transmission To Engine Screws
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Install the lower transmission to engine screws.
Tightening Torque:

55 Nm {5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft-lbf}

Fig 8: Locating HO2S Connector Bracket Bolt
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Install the HO2S connector bracket.
Tightening Torque:

20 Nm {2.0 kgf-m, 15 ft-lbf}

Fig 9: Rear Engine Cover Plate Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Install the rear engine cover plate.
On 4X4 vehicles, install the transfer case. See TRANSFER CASE REMOVAL / INSTALLATION .
All vehicles

Fig 10: Identifying Transmission Mount And Bolts
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Install the transmission mount.
1. Reposition the exhaust bracket.
2. Install the bolts.
Tightening Torque:

90 Nm {9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lbf}

4x2 vehicles

Fig 11: Locating Cross Member Bolts (4X2 Vehicles)
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Install the crossmember.
- Position the crossmember.
- Install the 6 crossmember bolts (3 each side).
Tightening Torque:

99 Nm {10.1 kgf-m, 73 ft-lbf)

4x4 vehicles

Fig 12: Locating Cross Member Bolts (4X4 Vehicles)
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Install the crossmember.
1. Position the crossmember.
2. Install the 6 crossmember bolts (3 each side).
Tightening Torque:

99 Nm {10.1 kgf-m, 73 ft-lbf}

Fig 13: Transmission Mount Nuts With Torque Specifications
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Install the transmission mount into the crossmember and tighten the transmission mount nuts.

Fig 14: Locating Transmission Damper Bolts
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If equipped, install the rear vibration damper.
Tightening Torque:

30 Nm {3.1 kgf-m, 22 ft-lbf}
CAUTION:
- Use care not to bend or otherwise damage the cooler lines.
NOTE:
- Prior to installing the cooler lines to the case, inspect the O-ring seals. If damaged, new O-ring seals must be installed.
Fig 15: Locating Transmission Cooler Lines
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19. Hold the case fitting and Install the transmission cooler lines.
Tightening Torque:

28 Nm {2.9 kgf-m, 21 ft-lbf}

3.0L and 4.0L engines

Fig 16: Locating Torque Converter To Flywheel Nuts
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20. Install four new torque converter to flywheel nuts.
Tightening Torque:

35 Nm {3.6 kgf-m, 26 ft-lbf}
- Rotate the crankshaft as needed to gain access to all the flywheel nuts.
2.3L vehicles
CAUTION:
- When installing the torque converter nuts, the crankshaft must be rotated only in the clockwise direction, otherwise engine damage can occur. The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by friction between the flange faces on each part. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket can also be moved when the crankshaft pulley is turned in the counterclockwise direction.
Fig 17: Locating Torque Converter Nuts
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21. Install 4 new torque converter nuts.
- Rotate the crankshaft as needed to gain access to all the nuts.
Tightening Torque:

35 Nm {3.6 kgf-m, 26 ft-lbf}

All vehicles
22. Install the starter motor. See STARTER MOTOR REMOVAL / INSTALLATION -- 2.3L , STARTER MOTOR REMOVAL / INSTALLATION -- 3.0L or STARTER MOTOR REMOVAL / INSTALLATION -- 4.0L .
23. Install catalytic converter assembly. See THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 2.3L , for 2.3L engine, see THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 3.0L , for 3.0L engine or see THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 4.0L , for 4.0L engine.

Fig 18: Locating Selector Lever Bracket Bolts
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24. Install the selector lever bracket and bolts.
Tightening Torque:

40 Nm {4.1 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}

Fig 19: Identifying Selector Lever Cable Bracket And Retainer
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25. Position the transmission wiring harness in place.
1. Clip harness to the selector lever cable bracket.
2. Clip harness retainer to the case.
Fig 20: Identifying Transmission Range And Output Shaft Speed Sensor
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26. Connect the transmission wiring harness.
1. Connect the transmission connector.
2. Connect the intermediate shaft speed sensor.
3. Connect the digital transmission range (TR) sensor connector.
4. Connect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor.
Fig 21: Moving Manual Lever Into NEUTRAL Position
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27. Move the manual lever into the NEUTRAL position.
1. Move the manual lever all the way counterclockwise.
2. Move the manual lever 3 detents clockwise.
Fig 22: Locating Clip
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28. Install the selector lever into the bracket and install the clip.

Fig 23: Locking Selector Lever Cable
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29. Connect the selector lever cable onto the manual lever and lock the end down.
NOTE:
- Align the driveshaft yoke and the axle shaft marks made at removal to maintain driveline balance.
Fig 24: Locating Flange Bolts With Torque Specifications
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31. Align and install the rear propeller shaft. See PROPELLER SHAFT REAR (4X2) REMOVAL / INSTALLATION or PROPELLER SHAFT REAR (4WD) REMOVAL / INSTALLATION .
32. Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
- When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms can occur while the vehicle re-learns its adaptive strategy. The customer needs to be notified that they may experience slightly different upshifts either soft or firm and this is a temporary condition and will eventually return to normal operating condition.
33. Connect the negative battery cable.
34. Fill the transmission with fluid and inspect for proper operation. See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PRELIMINARY INSPECTION , .
35. Verify that the selector lever cable is correctly adjusted. See SHIFT CABLE AND BRACKET ADJUSTMENT .
36. Check the transmission for correct operation.