ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK THE FLUID LEVEL
HINT:
Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transaxle are at normal
operating temperature.
Fluid temperature: 70 - 80 C (158 - 176 F)
OK if hot (a) Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking
brake.
Add if hot
(b) With the engine idling and the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift lever into all positions from P to L position,
and return to P position.
(c) take out the dipstick and wipe it clean.
(d) Put it back fully into the pipe.
(e) take it out and check that the fluid level is in the HOT posi-
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If there are leaks, it is necessary to repair or replace O-rings,
FIPGs, oil seals, plugs and/or other parts.
PRECAUTION
1. The automatic transaxle is composed of highly precision-finished parts, if nequine careful in-
spection before reassembly therefore even a small nick may cause fluid leakage or may de-
grade the performance. The instructions here are organized so that you work on only one com-
ponent group at a time. This will help you to avoid confusion about similar-looking parts of
different sub-assemblies being on your workbench at the same time. The component groups
are inspected and repaired from the converter housing side. Inspectio, repair and reassembly
As much as possible, before proceeding to the next component group. If a defect is found in
a certain component group during reassembly, inspect and repair this group immediately. If a
component group cannot be assembled because parts are being ordered, be sure to keep all
parts of the group in a separate container while proceeding with disassembly, inspection, re-
pair and reassembly of other component groups.
Recommended ATF: T-IV
2. All disassembled parts should be washed clean and any fluid passages and holes should be
blown with compressed air.
3. Dry all parts with compressed airnever use shop rags.
4. When using compressed air, do not aim at yourself to prevent accidentally spraying ATF or ker-
osene on your face.
5. The recommended automatic transaxle fluid or kerosene should be used for cleaning.
6. After cleaning, the parts should be arranged in the correct order for efficient inspection, repairs,
and reassembly.
7. When disassembling a valve body, be sure to match each valve together with the correspond-
ing spring.
8. New discs for the brakes and clutches that are to be used for replacement must be soaked in
ATF for at least 15 minutes before reassembly.
9. All oil seal rings, clutch discs, clutch plates, rotating parts, and sliding surfaces should be
coated with ATF prior to reassembly.
10. All gaskets and rubber O-rings should be replaced.
11. Do not apply adhesive cements to gaskets and similar parts.
12. Make sure that the ends of a snap ring are not aligned with one of the cutouts and are installed
in the groove correctly.
13. If a worn bushing is to be replaced, the sub-assembly containing the bushing must also be re-
placed.
14. Check thrust bearings and races for wear or damage. Replace if necessary.
15. Use petroleum jelly to keep parts in place.
16. When working with FIPG material, you must perform the following.
Using a razor blade and a gasket scraper, remove all the old packing (FIPG) material from the
gasket surface.
Thoroughly clean all components to remove all the loose material.
Clean both sealing surfaces with a non-residue solvent.
Parts must be reassembled within 10 minutes of application. Otherwise, the packing (FIPG) ma-
terial must be removed and reapplied.
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE BATTERY
2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY
3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE NO.1
4. REMOVE AIR CLEANER BRACKET
5. REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET NO.1
6. REMOVE INTAKE AIR RESONATOR SUB-ASSY
7. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
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(c) Remove the clip and disconnect the control cable from
the control cable bracket.
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(e) Remove the 2 bolts and pull out the park/neutral position
switch.
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Groove
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(i) Using a screwdriver, stake the nut with the lock plate.
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(b) Install the control cable and a new clip to the bracket.
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ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSY
(a) Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to ON.
(b) Depress the brake pedal and check that the engine starts only when the shift lever is set in N or P posi-
tion.
(c) Check that the back-up light is lit and the reverse warning buzzer sounds only when the shift lever is
set in R position.
If a failure is found, check the continuity of the park/neutral position switch.
COMPONENTS
Bearing Bracket Hole Snap Ring 8.4 (86, 74 in.lbf)
Transmission Control
32 (326, 24)
Cable Bracket No.2
13 (130, 9)
Wire Harness
Automatic
Transmission Case
Cover
12 (122, 9)
46 (470, 34)
64 (653, 47)
41 (418, 30) x5
37 (377, 27)
X6 Engine 12 (122, 9)
Torque Converter Clutch Mounting
Bracket FR Front Drive
7.8 (80, 69 in.lbf)
ShaftLH Hole
Exhaust Pipe Support Bracket 64 (653, 47)
Snap Ring
Flywheel Housing
Under Cover Transmission Control
Cable Bracket No.1
Oil Cooler Tube Clamp Transimission Oil
5.4 (55, 48 in.lbf) Filler Tube Sub-assy
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE (SEE PAGE 14-29 )
2. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSY RH (SEE PAGE 30-8 )
3. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSY LH (SEE PAGE 30-8 )
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8. DISCONNECT CONNECTORS
Transmission
Wire Connector
(a) Disconnect the transmission wire connector.
(b) Disconnect the park/neutral position switch connector.
(c) Disconnect the 2 transmission revolution sensor connec-
tors.
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(b) Turn the crankshaft to gain access and remove the 6 bolts
while holding the crankshaft pulley bolt with a wrench.
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(d) Install the flywheel housing under cover with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 7.8 Nm (80 kgfcm, 69 in.lbf)
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(b) Install the oil filler tube with the bolt to the automatic trans-
axle.
Torque: 5.5 Nm (56 kgfcm, 49 in.lbf)
(c) Install the ATF level gauge.
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Breather Hose
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(c) Install the oil cooler tube clamp with the bolt.
Torque: 5.4 Nm (55 kgfcm, 48 in.lbf)
HINT:
Install them so that the oil cooler tube cushion is positioned as
Oil cooler tube cushion shown in the illustration.
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(d) Using SST and spanner, tighten the oil cooler inlet tube
No.1.
SST
Torque: 34 Nm (350 kgfcm, 25 ftlbf)
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INSPECTION
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Sample showing minimum amount of (b) Determine the condition of the torque converter clutch
powders in ATF assy.
(1) If the inspection result of the torque converter clutch
assy meets the following item, replace the torque
converter clutch.
Malfunction item:
Any metallic sound is heard from the torque convert-
er clutch during stall test or when the shift lever is in
neutral position.
One-way clutch is free or locked in both directions.
Fine powders exceeding the sample limit is identified
in ATF. (See the sample.)
HINT:
The sample shows the auto fluid of approx. 0.25 liters (0.26 US
qts, 0.22 Imp. qts) that is taken out from the removed torque
converter clutch
(c) Replace the ATF in the torque converter clutch.
Actual Size (1) If the ATF is discolored and/or has a foul odor, com-
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and drain it with the face for installation facing up.
(d) Clean and check the oil cooler and oil pipe line.
(1) If the torque converter clutch is inspected or the ATF
is exchanged, clean the oil cooler and oil pipe line.
HINT:
Spray compressed air of 196 kPa (2 kgf/cm2, 28 psi) from
the inlet hose.
If plenty of fine powders are identified in the ATF, add new
ATF using a bucket pump and clean it again.
C11090 (2) If the ATF is cloudy, inspect the oil cooler (radiator).
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SPEED SENSOR
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REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE BATTERY
2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY
3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE NO.1
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REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
2. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
(a) Remove the drain plug, gasket, and drain ATF.
(b) Install a new gasket and drain plug.
Torque: 49 Nm (500 kgfcm, 36 ftlbf)
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(c) Install a new gasket, oil pan and 18 bolts to the transaxle
case.
Torque: 7.8 Nm (80 kgfcm, 69 in.lbf)
NOTICE:
Since the bolts should be seal bolts, apply seal packing to
the bolts and tighten them within 10 minutes after applying.
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REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
2. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
(a) Remove the drain plug, gasket, and drain ATF.
(b) Install a new gasket and drain plug.
Torque: 49 Nm (500 kgfcm, 36 ftlbf)
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(c) Align the groove of the manual valve with the pin of lever.
(d) Install the 17 bolts.
C Torque: 11 Nm (110 kgfcm, 8 ftlbf)
A NOTICE:
B
B
Push the valve body against the accumulator piston
B
B C spring and the check ball body to install it.
A
Temporarily tighten those bolts marked by in the il-
B lustration first because they are positioning bolts.
C C C Bolt length:
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(c) Install a new gasket, oil pan and 18 bolts to the transaxle
case.
Torque: 7.8 Nm (80 kgfcm, 69 in.lbf)
NOTICE:
Since the bolts should be seal bolts, apply seal packing to
the bolts and tighten them within 10 minutes after applying.
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REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS
2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
3. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
(a) Remove the drain plug, gasket and drain ATF.
(b) Install a new gasket and drain plug.
Torque: 49 Nm (500 kgfcm, 36 ftlbf)
4. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSY RH (SEE PAGE 30-8 )
5. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSY LH (SEE PAGE 30-8 )
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ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK SHIFT LOCK OPERATION
(a) Shift the shift lever to P position.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
(c) Check that the shift lever cannot be shifted to any other positions other than P.
(d) Turn the ignition switch to ON, depress the brake pedal and check that the shift lever can be shifted
to any other positions.
2. CHECK SHIFT LOCK RELEASE BUTTON OPERATION
(a) Using a small screwdriver, remove the shift lock release cover.
(b) When operating the shift lever with the shift lock release button pressed, check that the lever can be
shifted to any position other than P.
3. CHECK KEY INTERLOCK OPERATION
(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(b) Depress the brake pedal and shift the shift lever to any other position other than P.
(c) Check that the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK.
(d) Shift the shift lever to P position, turn the ignition key to LOCK and check that the ignition key can be
removed.
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OVERHAUL
1. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
2. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSY NO.1 (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
4. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY LOWER (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
5. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY UPPER (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL INSERT SUB-ASSY LOWER LH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
7. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSY (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
8. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX CARPET
9. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSY (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
10. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL END RH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
11. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL END LH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
12. REMOVE AIR DUCT REAR NO.1 (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
13. REMOVE AIR DUCT REAR NO.2 (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
14. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX DUCT NO.1 (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
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(b) Insert the slide cap into the through hole and install.
(c) Shift the shift lever to P position and turn the ignition
switch to Lock.
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(d) Insert the lever pin into the hole of the parking lock cable.
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ADJUSTMENT
1. INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION
(a) When shifting from P to R position only with ignition switch ON and brake pedal, make sure that the
shifting lever moves smoothly and can be moderately operated.
(b) When starting engine, make sure that the vehicle moves forward when shifting from N to D position
and moves rearward when shifting to R position.
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REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
2. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSY NO.1 (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
4. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY LOWER (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
5. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY UPPER (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL INSERT SUB-ASSY LOWER LH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
7. REMOVE CONSOLE PANEL UPPER REAR (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
8. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX CARPET
9. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX ASSY (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
10. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL END LH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
11. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL END RH (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
12. REMOVE AIR DUCT REAR NO.1 (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
13. REMOVE AIR DUCT REAR NO.2 (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
14. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX DUCT NO.1 (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
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(e) Using a screwdriver, unlock the claw of the lock key of au-
Lock Key tomatic adjustment part.
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(f) Insert the slide cap into the through hole and install.
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(g) Insert the lever pin into the hole of the parking lock cable.
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REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSY (SEE PAGE 71-1 1)
2. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING RADIATOR ASSY (SEE PAGE 55-17 )
3. REMOVE AIR BAG SENSOR ASSY CENTER (SEE PAGE60-55 )
4. REMOVE BATTERY
5. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSY
6. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE NO.1
7. REMOVE INTAKE AIR RESONATOR SUB-ASSY
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(c) Remove the clip and disconnect the control cable from
the control cable bracket.
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(e) Disconnect the floor shift cable from the rod of the floor
shift assy.
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(d) Install the shift cable grommet retainer No.2 with the 2
bolts.
Torque: 4.9 Nm (50 kgfcm, 43 in.lbf)
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(f) Temporarily install the control cable to the control shaft le-
ver with nuts.
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(g) Install the control cable and a new clip to the bracket.
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