Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install magnets (1) as shown.

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Install oil pan (2) with a new oil pan gasket and clips (1).

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Partially install the oil pan bolts to secure the oil pan.
- : Front
- : Oil pan bolt
- (3): Drain plug
CAUTION:
- Be sure the oil drain plug is located to the rear of the transmission assembly.
- Before installing oil pan bolts, remove any traces of sealant from sealing surface and threaded holes.
- Do not reuse old gasket, replace with a new one.
- Always replace oil pan bolts as they are self-sealing.
- Partially install the oil pan bolts in a criss-cross pattern to prevent dislocation of the gasket.
Tighten oil pan bolts to specification in numerical order as shown.

Fig 1: Oil Pan Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Install drain plug with a new drain plug gasket to oil pan and tighten to specification.
CAUTION: Do not reuse drain plug gasket. Replace with a new one.
Refill A/T with fluid and check for leaks. Refer to Checking A/T Fluid .