Repair Procedures: Installation

Installation is the reverse of removal.

CAUTION: If the oil seal on the transaxle case side is damaged and fluid is leaking, replace the oil seal with a new unit. When installing the new oil seal, use the specialized tool (oil seal installer, 09453-3L240).

NOTE: After replacement or reinstallation procedure of the automatic transaxle assembly, must perform procedures below.

Adding automatic transaxle fluid. Proceed to: HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (FLUID) .
After replacing the automatic transaxle, clear the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) using the GDS tool. DTC cannot be cleared by disconnecting the battery.
When replacing the automatic transaxle, reset the automatic transaxle's values by using the GDS.

Fig 1: Resetting The Automatic Transaxle's Values (1 Of 3)
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Fig 2: Resetting The Automatic Transaxle's Values (2 Of 3)
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Fig 3: Resetting The Automatic Transaxle's Values (3 Of 3)
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Perform TCM learning after replacing the transaxle to prevent slow transaxle response, jerky acceleration and jerky startup. Proceed to: ADJUSTMENT .