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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1997 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Manual Transmission - MM6 🢒 Transmission Installation
  1. Remove the J 39430 from the transmission.
  2. Mount the transmission assembly on a suitable safety stand.

    3. Object Number: 33375 Size: SH
  3. Perform the following:
    4. 3.1. Align the transmission assembly to the flywheel housing.
    3.2. Guide the input shaft into the clutch disc hub and into the flywheel pilot bearing.
    3.3. Install the transmission to flywheel housing bolts.

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 43 N·m (35 lb ft). Refer to

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    in General Information.

  4. Install the transmission support-mount assembly. Refer to Transmission Support and Mount Assembly .
  5. Remove the transmission assembly safety stand.
  6. Remove the engine safety stand.

    7. Object Number: 33374 Size: SH
  7. Push the clutch fork assembly up until it engages the release bearing.

    8. Object Number: 33373 Size: SH
  8. Install the following:
    9. 8.1. The actuator spacer
    8.2. The clutch actuator cylinder
    8.3. The actuator cylinder nuts

    Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 33365 Size: SH
  9. Connect the following wire harness connectors:
    10. • The vehicle speed sensor
    • The backup lamp switch
    • The ship shift solenoid
    • The reverse lockout solenoid
  10. Install the catalytic converter hanger assembly. Refer to Converter Hanger Assembly in Engine Exhaust.
  11. Install the rear axle torque arm assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Torque Arm Replacement in Rear Suspension.
  12. Install the propeller shaft assembly. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
  13. Check the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Inspection .
  14. Remove the safety stands.
  15. Lower the vehicle.

    16. Object Number: 33372 Size: SH
  16. Connect the clutch pushrod to the clutch pedal assembly pin.
  17. Connect the pin retainer to the clutch pushrod.
  18. Install the left-hand Instrument panel sound insulator assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
  19. Install the control lever handle. Refer to Control Lever Handle Assembly (6-Speed) .

    20. Object Number: 38205 Size: SH
  20. Connect the battery negative cable assembly to the battery negative terminal.

    21. Tighten
    Tighten the terminal bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).