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Automatic Transaxle Assembly: Installation

  1. INSTALL THE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Engage the splines of the input shaft and turbine runner.
      2. Fig 1: Engaging Splines Of Input Shaft And Turbine Runner
      G00505104Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Engage the splines of the stator shaft and the stator while turning the torque converter clutch assembly.
      NOTE: If the stator shaft splines are difficult to engage with the stator splines, move the torque converter back approximately 10 mm and engage the splines while rotating the torque converter.
      3. Fig 2: Engaging Splines Of Stator Shaft And The Stator
      G00505105Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Turn the torque converter clutch assembly to engage the key of the oil pump drive gear into the slot on the torque converter clutch assembly.
      4. Fig 3: Engaging Oil Pump Key Into Slot On Torque Converter Clutch Assembly
      G00505106Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Using a vernier caliper and a straightedge, measure dimension "A" between the transaxle contact surfaces of the engine and the converter contact surfaces of the drive plate.
      IMPORTANT: Make sure to deduct the thickness of the straightedge. 
      5. Fig 4: Measuring Dimensions Between Transaxle Contact Surfaces And Converter Contact Surfaces Of The Drive Plate
      G00505107Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Using a vernier caliper and a straightedge, measure dimension "B" shown in the illustration and check that "B" is greater than "A" which was measured in the previous step.

      Standard: A + 1 mm (0.0394 in.) or more 

      IMPORTANT: * Make sure to deduct the thickness of the straightedge. 
      IMPORTANT: * If the transaxle is installed to the engine with the torque converter not sufficiently inserted, the torque converter may be damaged. 
      6. Fig 5: Checking That Distance (B) Is Greater Than Distance (A)
      G00505108Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. INSTALL THE TRANSMISSION CASE PLUG ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Apply ATF to a new O-ring and install it to the transmission case plug assembly.
    2. Install the transmission case plug assembly to the automatic transaxle assembly.
    Fig 6: Identifying Transmission Case Plug Assembly
    G00505109Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSTALL THE NO. 1 TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE BRACKET WITH THE 2 BOLTS. 

    Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft*lbf) 

    4. Fig 7: Identifying No. 1 Transmission Control Cable Bracket
    G00505110Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. INSTALL THE FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKET TO THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE WITH THE 3 BOLTS. 

    Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft*lbf) 

    5. Fig 8: Identifying Front Engine Mounting Bracket
    G00505111Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. INSTALL THE 4 WIRE HARNESS CLAMP BRACKETS TO THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE WITH THE 4 BOLTS. 

    Torque: 8.4 N*m (86 kgf*cm, 74 in*lbf) 

    6. Fig 9: Identifying Wire Harness Clamp Brackets And Automatic Transaxle Assembly
    G00505112Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. INSTALL THE FLEXIBLE HOSE BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Install the flexible hose bracket sub-assembly to the transaxle with the bolt.

      Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft*lbf) 

    2. Install the breather plug hose to the flexible hose bracket sub-assembly with the clip.
      3. Fig 10: Identifying Flexible Hose Bracket Sub-Assembly
      G00505113Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. INSTALL THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) TO THE TRANSAXLE AND TIGHTEN THE 2 BOLTS IN THE ORDER SHOWN IN THE ILLUSTRATION. 
    Fig 11: Identifying Transmission Control Module (TCM) And Bolts With Tightening Sequence
    G00505114Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    Torque: 11 N*m (112 kgf*cm, 8 ft*lbf) 

  8. INSTALL THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Apply clutch spline grease to the contact surface between the crankshaft and torque converter centerpiece.
      2. Fig 12: Identifying Spline Grease Application Points
      G00505115Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Clutch spline grease: Toyota Genuine Clutch Spline Grease, or equivalent 

      Maximum Amount: 1 g (0.0353 oz.) 

    2. Confirm that the 2 knock pins are on the transaxle contact surface of the engine block before transaxle installation.
      3. Fig 13: Identifying Knock Pins
      G00505116Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  9. INSTALL THE LOWER (5) TRANSAXLE BOLTS. 
    1. Keeping the engine and automatic transaxle assembly in a horizontal position, align the knock pins with each hole on the automatic transaxle assembly and tighten the 5 bolts shown in the illustration.
      2. Fig 14: Identifying Lower Transaxle Bolts
      G00505117Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Bolt A: Torque: 46 N*m (469 kgf*cm, 34 ft*lbf) 

      Bolt B: Torque: 44 N*m (449 kgf*cm, 32 ft*lbf) 

    IMPORTANT: * Do NOT forcibly pry on the automatic transaxle assembly. 
    IMPORTANT: * Check that the torque converter rotates. 
    IMPORTANT: Confirm that the 2 knock pins are on the transaxle contact surface of the engine block before transaxle installation. 
  10. LOWER THE TRANSMISSION JACK AWAY FROM THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION. 
  11. INSTALL THE 6 DRIVE PLATE AND TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SETTING BOLTS. 
    1. Using the SSTs, hold the crankshaft pulley.

      SST: 09213-54015, 09330-00021, 91551-80650 

      2. Fig 15: Identifying Crankshaft Pulley And SST
      G00505118Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Apply a few drops of adhesive to the first 2 or 3 threads of the 6 drive plate and torque converter clutch setting bolts.

      Adhesive: Toyota Genuine Adhesive 1324, Three Bond 1324, or equivalent 

      3. Fig 16: Applying Adhesive To Drive Plate And Torque Converter Clutch Setting Bolts
      G00505119Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Install the 6 drive plate and torque converter clutch setting bolts.

      Torque: 41 N*m (418 kgf*cm, 30 ft*lbf) 

      IMPORTANT: First install the black colored bolt, and then the remaining 5 bolts. 
      4. Fig 17: Identifying Drive Plate And Torque Converter Clutch Setting Bolts
      G00505120Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  12. INSTALL THE FLYWHEEL HOUSING UNDER COVER. 
    13. Fig 18: Identifying Flywheel Housing Under Cover
    G00505121Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  13. INSTALL THE SUB FRAME USING THE SST. 

      SST: 00002-90080 

    1. Install the front frame assembly with the 9 nuts.

      Front Side: Torque: 52 N*m (531 kgf*cm, 38 ft*lbf) 

      RH & LH Sides: Torque: 87 N*m (887 kgf*cm, 64 ft*lbf) 

      2. Fig 19: Identifying Front Sub Frame Assembly And Fasteners
      G00505122Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the 5 hole plugs.
      3. Fig 20: Identifying Hole Plugs
      G00505123Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Install the power steering link assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Torque: 70 N*m (714 kgf*cm, 52 ft*lbf) 

      4. Fig 21: Identifying Power Steering Link Assembly
      G00505124Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Install the frame side rail plates RH and LH with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Nut A: Torque: 85 N*m (867 kgf*cm, 63 ft*lbf) 

      Bolt B: Torque: 32 N*m (329 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf) 

      5. Fig 22: Identifying Frame Rail Side Plates
      G00505125Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Install the front suspension member brace rear RH and LH with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Nut C: Torque: 85 N*m (867 kgf*cm, 63 ft*lbf) 

      Bolt D: Torque: 32 N*m (329 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf) 

      NOTE: SST 00002-90080 will ensure all engine and transmission mount studs have lined up with their corresponding holes. 
  14. REMOVE THE SECONDARY SAFETY SUPPORT STRAPS. 
  15. INSTALL THE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY WITH THE NUT. 

    Torque: 74 N*m (755 kgf*cm, 55 ft*lbf) 

    NOTE: If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon (6 mm) wrench to hold the stud. 
    16. Fig 23: Identifying Front Stabilizer Link Assembly
    G00505126Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  16. INSTALL THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY BACK ONTO THE VEHICLE. 
    1. Install 2 new gaskets to the front exhaust pipe assembly and center exhaust pipe assembly.
      2. Fig 24: Identifying Front Exhaust Pipe Assembly And Fasteners
      G00505127Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the front exhaust pipe with the 2 nuts to the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.

      Torque: 55 N*m (561 kgf*cm, 40 ft*lbf) 

    3. Install the front exhaust pipe with the 2 nuts and 2 bolts to the center exhaust pipe assembly.

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

    4. Install the bracket with the 2 nuts.

      Torque: 33 N*m (337 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf) 

    5. Install the support bracket with the 2 bolts.
      6. Fig 25: Identifying Support Bracket
      G00505128Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 33 N*m (337 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf) 

    6. Connect the connector.
      7. Fig 26: Identifying Connector
      G00505129Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  17. INSTALL THE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH. 
    1. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft assembly with ATF.
    2. Align the shaft splines and install the drive shaft assembly LH with a brass bar and hammer.
      IMPORTANT: * Set the shaft snap ring with the opening side facing down. 
      IMPORTANT: * Be careful NOT to damage the drive shaft dust cover, boot, or oil seal. 
      IMPORTANT: * Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level. 
      3. Fig 27: Installing The Front Drive Shaft Assembly LH
      G00505130Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  18. INSTALL THE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH. 
    1. Coat the spline of the inboard joint shaft assembly with ATF.
    2. Install the front drive shaft assembly RH.
    3. Using a screwdriver, install a new bearing bracket hole snap ring.
    4. Install a new bolt.

      Torque: 32 N*m (330 kgf*cm, 24 ft*lbf) 

      IMPORTANT: * Do NOT damage the boot and oil seal. 
      IMPORTANT: * Move the drive shaft assembly while keeping it level 
      5. Fig 28: Identifying Bearing Bracket Hole Snap Ring And Bolt
      G00505131Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  19. INSTALL THE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Align the matchmarks and install the front drive shaft assembly to the front axle hub sub-assembly.
      2. Fig 29: Identifying Matchmarks
      G00505132Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  20. INSTALL THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER NO. 1 ARM. 
    1. Install the lower ball joint to the front suspension lower No. 1 arm with the bolt and 2 nuts.

      Torque: 75 N*m (765 kgf*cm, 55 ft*lbf) 

      2. Fig 30: Identifying Front Suspension Lower No. 1 Arm And Fasteners
      G00505133Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  21. INSTALL THE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT. 
    1. Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle hub nut using a non-residue solvent.
    2. Using a socket wrench (30 mm) and applying the brakes, install a new front axle hub nut.

      Torque: 294 N*m (3,000 kgf*cm, 217 ft*lbf) 

    3. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the front axle hub nut.
      4. Fig 31: Staking Front Axle Hub Nut
      G00505134Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  22. INSTALL THE FRONT WHEELS. 
  23. INSTALL THE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD LH. 
  24. INSTALL THE ENGINE UNDER COVER LH. 
  25. INSTALL THE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD RH. 
  26. INSTALL THE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL LH. 
  27. INSTALL THE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH. 
  28. REMOVE THE ENGINE SUPPORT BAR. 
  29. INSTALL THE UPPER (4) TRANSAXLE BOLTS. 

    Bolt A: Torque: 64 N*m (653 kgf*cm, 47 ft*lbf) 

    Bolt B: Torque: 46 N*m (469 kgf*cm, 34 ft*lbf) 

    IMPORTANT: Do NOT forcibly pry on the automatic transaxle assembly. 
    IMPORTANT: * Check that the torque converter rotates. 
    30. Fig 32: Identifying Upper Transaxle Bolts
    G00505135Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  30. INSTALL THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER. 
    1. Install the transmission oil cooler to the front engine mounting bracket with the 3 bolts.

      Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft*lbf) 

    2. Connect the No. 1 oil cooler outlet hose and No. 1 oil cooler inlet hose.
      3. Fig 33: Identifying Transmission Oil Cooler, No. 1 Oil Cooler Outlet Hose And No. 1 Oil Cooler Inlet Hose
      G00505136Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  31. CONNECT THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Install a new clip and nut, and connect the cable to the transaxle.
      2. Fig 34: Identifying Transmission Control Cable Assembly
      G00505137Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 13 N*m (130 kgf*cm, 9 ft*lbf) 

  32. CONNECT THE ENGINE WIRE. 
    1. Install the positive (+) cable with the nut and 2 clamps.
      2. Fig 35: Identifying Engine Wire And Clamps
      G00505138Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 9.8 N*m (100 kgf*cm, 87 in*lbf) 

    2. Install the air cleaner bracket with the 2 bolts.
      3. Fig 36: Identifying Air Cleaner Bracket
      G00505139Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 7.8 N*m (80 kgf*cm, 69 in*lbf) 

    3. Connect the ground cable with the bolt.
      4. Fig 37: Identifying Ground Cable
      G00505140Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 8.4 N*m (86 kgf*cm, 74 in*lbf) 

    4. Connect the ground cable with the bolt.
      5. Fig 38: Identifying Ground Cable
      G00505141Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 8.4 N*m (86 kgf*cm, 74 in*lbf) 

  33. INSTALL THE STARTER ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Install the starter assembly with the 2 bolts.
      2. Fig 39: Identifying Starter Assembly
      G00505142Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft*lbf) 

    2. Connect the wire harness to terminal 30 and install the nut. Then attach the terminal cap.
      3. Fig 40: Identifying Wire Harness, Terminal Cap And Terminal 50 Connector
      G00505143Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 9.8 N*m (100 kgf*cm, 87 in*lbf) 

    3. Connect the terminal 50 connector to the starter assembly.
  34. INSTALL THE AIR CLEANER CASE SUB-ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Install the air cleaner case with the 3 bolts.

      2. Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in*lbf) 

    2. Connect the wire harness clamp.
      3. Fig 41: Identifying Air Cleaner Case Sub-Assembly
      G00505144Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  35. INSTALL THE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY. 
    1. Connect the air cleaner cap sub-assembly with the hose clamp.
      2. Fig 42: Identifying Air Cleaner Cap Sub-Assembly
      G00505145Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Connect the hose with the hose clamp.
      3. Fig 43: Identifying Hose And Clamp
      G00505146Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Engage the hose with the hose clamp.
      4. Fig 44: Identifying Hose Clamp
      G00505147Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Connect the vacuum switching valve connector and 2 hoses.
      5. Fig 45: Identifying Vacuum Switching Valve, Connector And Hoses
      G00505148Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Connect the mass air flow meter connector and wire harness clamp to the air cleaner cap sub-assembly.
      6. Fig 46: Identifying Mass Air Flow Meter
      G00505149Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. For PZEV vehicles:  Connect the hose and engage the hose to the clips on the air cleaner hose
      7. Fig 47: Identifying Air Cleaner Hose And Clips
      G00505150Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    7. Install the air cleaner cap sub-assembly with the 2 bolts.
      8. Fig 48: Identifying Air Cleaner Cap Sub-Assembly
      G00505151Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in*lbf) 

  36. INSTALL THE INLET AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY WITH THE 2 BOLTS. 

    Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in*lbf) 

    37. Fig 49: Identifying Inlet Air Cleaner Assembly
    G00505152Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  37. FIT THE 3 RETAINERS AND INSTALL THE NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY. 
    38. Fig 50: Identifying No. 1 Engine Cover Sub-Assembly
    G00505153Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  38. INSTALL THE BATTERY. 
    1. Install the battery and battery tray.
    2. Install the battery clamp with the bolt and nut.

      3. Bolt: Torque: 9.0 N*m (92 kgf*cm, 80 in*lbf) 

      Nut: Torque: 3.5 N*m (36 kgf*cm, 31 in*lbf) 

    3. Connect the battery terminals.

      4. Torque: 6.9 N*m (70 kgf*cm, 61 in*lbf) 

    Fig 51: Identifying Battery, Battery Clamp And Tray
    G00505154Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  39. FILL TRANSMISSION TO CORRECT LEVEL WITH TRANSAXLE FLUID USING SST 00002-11100-02. 

    SST: 00002-11100-02 

  40. CHECK FOR EXHAUST LEAKS. 
  41. CHECK FOR FLUID LEAKS. 
  42. CHECK SHIFT LEVER POSITION. 
  43. INSTALL THE ENGINE UNDER COVERS. 
  44. RE-INITIALIZE AUTO-POWER WINDOWS AND MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED). 
  45. TEST DRIVE VEHICLE, INSURING PROPER OPERATION. 
  46. ADJUST WHEEL ALIGNMENT AS NEEDED. 
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