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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Shift Cable Bracket Bolt, Nut & Bracket
    GM1547450Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the following if previously removed
  2. Position the transaxle in the vehicle.
    3. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Lower Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts
    GM1547467Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the lower transmission to engine bolts (5, 6, 7, 8).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  4. Install the wheel drive shafts to the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Front in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  5. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement (L61) or Frame Replacement (L66) in Frame and Underbody.
  6. Lubricate the transaxle cooler pipes before inserting into seals.
  7. Connect the transaxle cooler pipes to the transaxle.
  8. Install the transaxle cooler pipes retainer nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

  9. Use the J 43653  to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
    10. Fig 3: Locating Torque Converter-To-Flywheel Bolts
    GM1547462Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the torque converter to flywheel bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the torque converter bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

  11. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (L61) or Starter Motor Replacement (L66) in Engine Electrical.
  12. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement (L61) or Frame Replacement (L66) in Frame and Underbody.
  13. Install the steering gear intermediate shaft pinch bolt. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering wheel and Column.
  14. Connect the ball joints to the steering knuckles. Lower Ball Joint Replacement in Suspension-Front Suspension.
  15. Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Suspension-Front Suspension.
  16. Connect the tie rods to the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power Steering System.
    17. Fig 4: View Of VSS Wiring Harness
    GM414901Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Connect the wiring harness to the VSS.
    18. Fig 5: Locating Transaxle Brace & Bolts
    GM1547464Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install the transmission brace (1).
  19. Install the transmission brace bolts (2, 3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

  20. Install the front splash shields. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body Front End.
  21. Install the front wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  22. Lower the vehicle.
  23. Install the left transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Left .
    24. Fig 6: Removing/Installing Upper Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts & Stud
    GM1547461Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  24. Install the upper transmission to engine bolts (1, 3, 5, 6) and stud (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten all of the bolts (1, 3, 5, 6) and stud (2) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).

  25. Untie the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and fan module assembly.
  26. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture in Engine Mechanical 2.2 L (L61).
  27. Connect the transaxle wiring harness to the main transaxle electrical connector, and the park neutral position (PNP) switch.
    28. Fig 7: Disconnecting/Connecting Shift Control Cable At Range Select Lever & Bracket
    GM1547449Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Install the shift control cable to the shift control cable bracket (1). Ensure the cable retaining clip (2) is fully seated.
  29. Connect the shift control cable (3) to the range select lever (4).
  30. Connect the air duct hose to the intake plenum. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls 2.2 L (L61)
  31. Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (L61) or Battery Tray Replacement (L66) in Engine Electrical.
  32. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure .
    IMPORTANT: It is recommended that transmission adaptive pressure (TAP) information be reset. Resetting the TAP values using a scan tool will erase all learned values in all cells. As a result, The ECM, PCM or TCM will need to relearn TAP values. Transmission performance may be affected as new TAP values are learned.
  33. Reset the TAP values. Refer to Transmission Adaptive Functions  .
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