Installation Procedure

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE:
- Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Do not use any type of grease to retain parts during assembly of this unit. Greases other than the recommended assembly lube will change transaxle fluid characteristics and cause undesirable shift conditions and/or filter clogging. It is recommended that TRANSJEL (tm) J 36850 or equivalent be used during assembly.

1. Case side cover gasket.
2. Case side cover pan.
3. Case side cover bolts/screws and nuts.
- Tighten:
^ Bolts/screws to 24 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
^ Nuts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
4. Adjust jackstand to raise left side of frame.
5. Left side frame to body bolts/screws.
6. Right side frame to body bolts/screws.
7. Engine mount nuts at frame.
8. Transaxle mount.
9. Transaxle mount bracket.
10. Remove jackstand support from right and left sides of frame.
11. Exhaust pipe to manifold.
12. Intermediate shaft to steering gear.
13. Pinch bolt/screw at intermediate steering shaft.

CAUTION: When installing the intermediate shaft make sure the shaft is seated prior to pinch bolt installation. If the pinch bolt is inserted into the coupling before shaft installation, the two mating shafts may disengage.

14. Left drive axle to transaxle.
15. Left lower ball joint to steering knuckle.
16. Wheel speed sensor harness connector.
17. Left tie rod end to steering knuckle.
18. Stabilizer shaft brackets to lower control arms.
19. Left engine splash shield.
20. Left front wheel.
21. Lower vehicle.
22. Engine mount struts.
23. Remove J 28467-B, J 28467-9OA and J 36462-A.
24. Air cleaner duct.
25. Battery ground (negative) cable.

Adjust
- Fluid level.

NOTICE: Do not overfill transaxle. Overfilling causes foaming and loss of fluid through the vent and may damage the automatic transaxle.

Inspect
- For proper completion of repairs.
- For proper fluid level.
- For fluid leaks.