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Automatic Transaxle Assembly: Removal

NOTE:
  • When the automatic transaxle is replaced, the transaxle's compensation code must be input into the TCM (See MANUAL SHIFTING TEST  ).
  • When the TCM is replaced, the existing transaxle compensation codes must be input into the new TCM (See REGISTRATION  ).
  • If the following parts have been replaced, initialize the TCM and perform a road test to allow the TCM to learn (See INITIALIZATION  ).
    • Valve body assembly
    • Shift solenoid SL3
    • Shift solenoid SL4
  • If the following parts have been replaced, perform a road test to allow the TCM to learn (See INITIALIZATION  ).
    • Shift solenoid SL1
    • Shift solenoid SL2
  • If the TCM or transaxle has been replaced, register the transmission compensation code in the TCM (See MANUAL SHIFTING TEST  ).
  • Perform RESET MEMORY (AT initialization) when replacing the automatic transmission assembly, engine assembly or ECM (See INITIALIZATION  ).
  1. DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE 

    HINT:

    See PRECAUTION .

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
  3. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD 
  4. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS 
  5. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER LH 
  6. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER RH 
  7. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH 
  8. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT  (See REPLACEMENT )
  9. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID 
    1. Remove the refill plug and gasket.
      Fig 1: Locating Refill Plug
      G04976721Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Using a 6 mm socket hexagon wrench, remove the overflow plug and gasket.
      Fig 2: Locating Overflow Plug
      G04976722Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Using a 6 mm socket hexagon wrench, remove the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube.
    4. Drain the automatic transaxle fluid.
      Fig 3: Locating No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      G04976723Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Using a 6 mm socket hexagon wrench, install the No. 1 transmission oil filler tube.

      Torque: 1.7 N*m (17 kgf*cm, 15 in.*lbf) 

      Fig 4: Locating No. 1 Transmission Oil Filler Tube
      G04976723Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Using a 6 mm socket hexagon wrench, install the overflow plug with a new gasket.

      Torque: 40 N*m (408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf) 

      Fig 5: Locating Overflow Plug
      G04976722Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    7. Install the refill plug with a new gasket.

      Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf) 

  10. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  11. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  12. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
    Fig 6: Locating Refill Plug
    G04976721Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  13. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  14. REMOVE COWL TOP PANEL OUTER  (See REMOVAL )
  15. REMOVE BATTERY 
  16. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See REMOVAL )
  17. REMOVE V - BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  18. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT  (See REMOVAL )
  19. REMOVE RADIATOR RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY 
  20. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE MOUNTING STAY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  21. REMOVE ENGINE MOVING CONTROL ROD  (See REMOVAL )
  22. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR CLEANER INLET  (See REMOVAL )
  23. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE  (See REMOVAL )
  24. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CASE  (See REMOVAL )
  25. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET  (See REMOVAL )
  26. REMOVE INTAKE AIR RESONATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  27. DISCONNECT NO. 1 FUEL VAPOR FEED HOSE  (See REMOVAL )
  28. REMOVE INTAKE AIR SURGE TANK ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  29. SEPARATE FUEL TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  30. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE INLET  (See REMOVAL )
  31. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE OUTLET  (See REMOVAL )
  32. DISCONNECT NO. 1 OIL COOLER INLET HOSE  (See REMOVAL )
  33. DISCONNECT NO. 1 OIL COOLER OUTLET HOSE  (See REMOVAL )
  34. DISCONNECT HEATER WATER INLET HOSE A  (See REMOVAL )
  35. DISCONNECT HEATER WATER OUTLET HOSE A  (See REMOVAL )
  36. REMOVE ECM  (See REMOVAL )
  37. REMOVE STARTER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  38. REMOVE UPPER RELAY BLOCK COVER 
  39. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE  (See REMOVAL )
  40. SEPARATE WIRE HARNESS 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the wire harness.
      Fig 7: Locating Wire Harness Bolt
      G04976727Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  41. DISCONNECT CONNECTOR 
    1. Disconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.
      Fig 8: Locating Park/Neutral Position Switch Connector
      G04976728Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  42. DISCONNECT TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the nut from the control shaft lever.
    2. Disconnect the transmission control cable assembly from the control shaft lever.
      Fig 9: Locating Control Shaft Lever Nut
      G04976659Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Remove the clip and disconnect the transmission control cable assembly from the No. 1 transmission control cable bracket.
  43. DISCONNECT NO. 1 OIL RESERVOIR TO PUMP HOSE  (See REMOVAL )
  44. DISCONNECT STEERING GEAR OUTLET RETURN TUBE  (See REMOVAL )
  45. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 EXHAUST PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET  (See REMOVAL )
  46. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
    Fig 10: Locating Transmission Cable Bracket Clip
    G05405853Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  47. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  48. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures as described for the LH side.

  49. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT LH NUT  (See REMOVAL )
  50. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT RH NUT 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures as described for the LH side.

  51. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH  (See REMOVAL )
  52. SEPARATE FRONT SPEED SENSOR RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures as described for the LH side.

  53. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  54. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures as described for the LH side.

  55. SEPARATE FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  56. SEPARATE FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures as described for the LH side.

  57. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  58. SEPARATE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY RH 

    HINT:

    Use the same procedures as described for the LH side.

  59. REMOVE NO. 1 EXHAUST PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET  (See REMOVAL )
  60. REMOVE FLYWHEEL HOUSING UNDER COVER 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts, exhaust pipe support bracket and flywheel housing under cover.
      Fig 11: Locating Flywheel Housing Under Cover Bolts
      G04976729Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  61. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SETTING BOLT 
    1. Turn the crankshaft to gain access and remove the 6 bolts while holding the crankshaft pulley bolt with a wrench.
  62. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  63. REMOVE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  64. SEPARATE COOLER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
    Fig 12: Identifying Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
    G04976730Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  65. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE  (See REMOVAL )
  66. REMOVE VANE PUMP ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  67. REMOVE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  68. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  69. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  70. REMOVE ENGINE WIRE 
  71. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and breather bracket from the camshaft housing sub-assembly LH.
    2. Remove the breather hose from the breather bracket.
      Fig 13: Locating Breather Bracket Bolt
      G04976731Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Remove the 11 bolts.
    4. Separate and remove the automatic transaxle.
      Fig 14: Locating Automatic Transaxle Bolts
      G05405953Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  72. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING FRONT BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 3 bolts and engine mounting front bracket.
      Fig 15: Locating Engine Mounting Front Bracket Bolts
      G04976734Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  73. REMOVE TCM 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and TCM from the transaxle.
      Fig 16: Locating TCM Bolts
      G04976735Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  74. REMOVE SPEEDOMETER DRIVEN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and hole cover from the transaxle case.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the hole cover.
      Fig 17: Identifying O-ring To Hole Cover
      G04976027Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  75. REMOVE WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 4 bolts and 4 clamp brackets.
      Fig 18: Identifying Clamp Brackets Bolts
      G04976737Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  76. REMOVE NO. 1 TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE BRACKET 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and No. 1 transmission control cable bracket.
      Fig 19: Locating No. 1 Transmission Control Cable Bracket Bolts
      G04976738Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  77. SEPARATE NO. 1 OIL COOLER OUTLET HOSE 
    1. Separate the No. 1 oil cooler outlet hose.
      Fig 20: Identifying No. 1 Oil Cooler Outlet Hose
      G04976739Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  78. SEPARATE NO. 1 OIL COOLER INLET HOSE 
    1. Separate the no. 1 oil cooler inlet hose.
      Fig 21: Identifying No. 1 Oil Cooler Inlet Hose
      G04976740Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  79. REMOVE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the torque converter clutch assembly from the automatic transaxle assembly.
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