Tools Required

Notice: Use J 36850 or equivalent during assembly in order to retain checkballs or to lubricate components. Lubricants other than the recommended assembly lube changes the transmission fluid characteristics and causes undesirable shift conditions or filter clogging.

Notice: Do not overfill the transmission. Overfilling will result in foaming, loss of fluid, and possible damage to the transmission.

1. When service requires the removal of the case side cover and/or bottom oil pan, the washers on the bolts must be inspected. A new bolt and washer assembly should be installed if the washer is inverted.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

   Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

   in General Information.
3. Remove the air cleaner and the duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Element in Engine Controls.
4. Install the J 28467-360 J 28467-90 and J 28467-200 .
5. Remove the torque strut at the engine strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement in Engine Mechanical.
6. Remove the transaxle range switch harness connector. Refer to Transaxle Range Switch .
7. Remove the shift control cable from the transaxle range switch. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement .
8. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to General Vehicle Lifting and Jacking in General Information.
9. Remove the left front tire and the wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
10. Remove the left inner fender splash shield. Refer to Fender in Body Front End.
11. Remove the stabilizer shaft brackets from the lower controls arms. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft and Insulation in Front Suspension.
12. Remove the left tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod in Front Suspension.
13. Remove the left lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to Ball Joint in Rear Suspension.
14. Remove the left drive axle from the transaxle. Refer to Drive Axle in Drive Axle.

Caution: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion steering gear stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear or to the intermediate shaft. This damage may cause loss of steering control, which could result in an accident and possible personal injury.

15. Secure the drive axle to the steering knuckle/strut.
16. Remove the pinch bolt/screw at intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft in Steering Column.
17. Remove the intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft in Steering Column.
18. Remove the exhaust pipe from the manifold. Refer to Exhaust Pipe Replacement in Exhaust System.
19. Support the right and the left sides of the frame with jackstands.
20. Remove the transaxle mounts at frame. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement and Transmission Mount Replacement .
21. Remove the right frame to the body bolts/screws. Refer to Frame in Body Dimensions, Frame and Underbody.
22. Remove the left frame to the body bolts/screws.
23. Adjust the jackstand to the lower left side of the frame.
24. Position the drain pan under the transaxle.
25. Remove the transaxle lines. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes Replacement .



26. Remove the case side cover bolts/screws.
27. Remove the case side cover pan.
28. Remove the case side gasket.
29. Clean the case and the side case cover pan gasket surfaces with the solvent and air dry.

Notice: If the case and oil pan flanges are not dry and free of any oil film, leakage may result.

30. Clean thoroughly all traces of the old gasket material.

1. Install the case side gasket.



2. Install the case side cover pan.
3. Install the case side cover bolts/screws.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts/screws to 11 N·m(97 lb in).

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.

4. Install the channel plate flange nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts/screws to 8 N·m(71 lb in).

5. Install the transaxle lines. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes Replacement .
6. Install the raise the left side of the frame.
7. Install four new frame-to-body bolts/screws. Refer to Frame in Body Dimensions, Frame and Underbody.
8. Install the transaxle mounts and brackets. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement and Transmission Mount Replacement .
9. Remove the jackstands.
10. Install the exhaust pipe to the manifold. Refer to Exhaust Pipe Replacement in Engine Exhaust.

Notice: When installing the intermediate shaft be sure that the shaft is seated prior to pinch bolt installation. If the pinch bolt is inserted into the coupling before shaft installation, the two matching shafts may disengage.

11. Install the steering shaft to the steering gear stub shaft. Refer to Intermediate Shaft in Steering Column.

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 the shaft installation, the two mating shafts may disengage.

12. Install the pinch bolt at the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Shaft in Steering Column.
13. Install the left drive axle to transaxle. Refer to Drive Axle in Drive Axle.
14. Install the left lower ball joint. Refer to Ball Joint in Front Suspension.
15. Install the left tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod in Front Suspension.
16. Install the stabilizer shaft brackets from the lower controls arms. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft and Insulation Front Suspension.
17. Install the left inner fender splash shield. Refer to Fender in Body Front End.
18. Install the left front tire and the wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
19. Lower the vehicle.
20. Install the shift control cable bracket with the shield and the cable to transaxle. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Bracket Replacement .
21. Install the transaxle range switch harness connector. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement .
22. Install the torque strut to the engine strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
23. Remove the J 28467-360 ,J 28467-90 and J 28467-200 .
24. Install the air cleaner and the duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Element .
25. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery in Engine Electrical.
26. Adjust the fluid level.

Inspection

26.1.

Inspect the proper completion of repairs.

26.2.

Inspect the proper fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .

26.3.

Inspect the fluid leaks. Refer to Fluid Leak Diagnosis and Repair .

1. Inspect the proper completion of repairs.