For 1990-2009 cars only
- Inspect the bottom pan (59) sealing surface for damage and inspect the bottom pan magnet for excessive metal filings. Clean if necessary.
- Install the scavenge screen seals (53) into the case (6) and install the new scavenge screens (51, 52) into the seals.
- Remove any residual oil from the gasket surface of the case (6), from the bottom pan (59) and from the bolts (62).
- The bottom pan bolt threads in the case must be completely free of transmission fluid. Use a rubber tipped air hose to dry, if necessary.
- Install the new gasket (61) and install the bottom pan (59).
- Hand start the bottom pan bolts (62) and then tighten in the sequence pattern shown.
Caution: Completely dry all bottom pan bolts (62) before installation or fluid leaks may occur.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
| • | Tighten the bolts first to 3 N·m (26.5 lb in). |
| • | Then tighten the bolts to 6 N·m (53.1 lb in). |
| • | Finally tighten the bolts to 10-12 N·m (8-9 lb ft). |
