Transaxle Filler Tube: Installation

Inspect the transaxle filler tube O-ring for damage before installing the transaxle filler tube. If the transaxle filler tube O-ring is damaged, install a new transaxle filler tube O-ring. Lubricate the transaxle filler tube O-ring with clean transmission fluid.

Fig 1: Locating Transaxle Filler Tube O-Ring
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Install the transaxle filler tube and transaxle filler tube bolt.
- Tighten to 8 N.m (71 lb-in).
Fig 2: Locating Transaxle Filler Tube Bolt
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Install the power steering hose retainers and the wiring harness retainer on the transaxle filler tube.

Fig 3: Locating Power Steering Hose Retainers
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Connect the bottom PCM electrical connector.

Fig 4: Locating Bottom PCM Electrical Connector
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Connect the throttle control electrical connector.

Fig 5: Locating Throttle Control Electrical Connector
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Install the transaxle filler tube bolt.
- Tighten to 8 N.m (71 lb-in).
Fig 6: Locating Transaxle Filler Tube Bolt
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Install the transmission fluid level indicator.

Fig 7: Locating Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
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Install the ACL and outlet pipe assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .