Preliminary Procedures

Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.

1

Transaxle Brace Bolts (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

2

Transaxle Brace

Preliminary Procedures

Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.

1

Transaxle Brace Bolt

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tip
Raise vehicle for better access to bolt. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.

Tighten
120 N·m (89 lb ft)

2

Transaxle Brace Nuts (Qty: 2)

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

3

Transaxle Brace

Preliminary Procedures

Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.

1

Transaxle Brace Nut

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

2

Transaxle Brace Bolt

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

3

Transaxle Brace

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the right front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.

1

Transaxle Brace Bolt (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tip
Install all bolts by hand first before tightening any bolts.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

2

Transaxle Brace Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tip
Install all bolts by hand first before tightening any bolts.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

3

Transaxle Brace