Removal And Installation: Removal

Remove the engine and transaxle assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Disconnect the harness connectors and harnesses.
- For CVT unit harness connector.
- Transmission position switch harness connector
- Primary speed sensor harness connector
- Secondary speed sensor harness connector
- Output speed sensor harness connector
- Ground
Rotate the crankshaft and remove the nuts that secure the drive plate to the torque converter from the stator motor mount.
CAUTION:
When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.

Remove the bolts (engine to transaxle) that fasten the transaxle assembly and engine assembly.

Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle Assembly And Engine Assembly Bolts

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Bolt position	A	B	C	D
Direction of insertion	Transaxle assembly → Engine assembly	Engine assembly → Transaxle assembly
Quantity	2	2	1	3

Remove transaxle assembly from engine.
CAUTION:
- Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping.
- Secure transaxle assembly to a suitable jack.