Torque Converter Nuts Installation Note

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Align the holes by turning the torque converter.
Insert a screwdriver through the converter housing service hole, and lock the drive plate.
CAUTION:
- Loosely and equally tighten the torque converter nuts, then further tighten them to the specified tightening torque.
  
  Fig 1: Locking Drive Plate
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Tighten the torque converter mounting nuts.
Tightening torque 34-44 N.m {3.5-4.4 kgf.m, 25-32 ft.lbf}

Fig 2: Tightening Torque Converter Mounting Nuts
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.