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Automatic Transaxle Removal/Installation: Installation

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CAUTION:
  • Verify that the torque converter stud bolts are inserted into the drive plate bolt holes, and install the transaxle installation bolts. Otherwise, the drive plate could be damaged.
  1. Verify that the torque converter stud bolts are inserted into the drive plate bolt holes from the starter installation hole.
    G13715438Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the transaxle mounting bolts.
    Fig 1: Transaxle Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715439Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the protector.
    Fig 2: Protector Bolt With Torque Specification
    G13715440Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the stud bolts for the transaxle.
    Fig 3: Transaxle Stud Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715441Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • If the No. 4 engine mount bracket nut is loosened, tighten the stud bolts for the transaxle because they may be loosened.
  5. Install the No. 4 engine mount bracket and the No. 4 engine mount rubber, and temporarily tighten the bolts shown in the figure.
    G13715442Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Lift up the transaxle using the SSTs, pass the stud bolt through the No. 4 engine mount rubber, and temporarily tighten the No. 4 engine mount rubber installation nuts.
    G13715443Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the No. 1 engine mount bracket, and tighten the installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
    Fig 4: No. 1 Engine Mount Bracket Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715444Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the transfer. (See TRANSFER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  9. Install the front crossmember component and No. 1 engine mount rubber as a single unit. (See FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  10. Temporarily tighten the No. 1 engine mount rubber installation bolts.
    G13715445Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Align the nuts and bolts shown in the figure with the alignment marks.
    G13715446Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  12. Tighten the No. 4 engine mount rubber installation nuts and the No. 4 engine mount bracket installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
    Fig 5: No. 4 Engine Mount Bracket, Rubber, Nuts And Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715447Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the SSTs.
  14. Install the protector.
    G13715427Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  15. Connect the hose clamp to the engine shown in the figure.
    G13715426Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the bolts and clip shown in the figure.
    Fig 6: Wiring Harness Bracket Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715450Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  17. Tighten the No. 1 engine mount rubber installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
    Fig 7: No. 1 Engine Mount Rubber Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715451Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  18. Install the propeller shaft. (See PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  19. Fix the crankshaft pulley to lock the torque converter against rotation.
    G11441015Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • After temporarily tightening the torque converter installation nut uniformly, tighten it to the specified torque.
  20. Tighten the torque converter installation nuts.
    NOTE:
    • There are six installation nuts.
    Fig 8: Torque Converter Nuts With Torque Specification
    G13715453Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  21. Install the service hole cover using the following procedure.
    1. Align the service hole cover so that its arrow is facing the front of the vehicle as shown in the figure.
      G13176852Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. Move the service hole cover in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure and hook the service hole cover tab onto the converter housing.
      G13715455Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. Install the service hole cover by pushing it in the direction of arrow (2) shown in the figure using the service hole cover tab as a pivot.
    4. Verify that the service hole cover is securely installed.
  22. Install the blind cover.
    G13715418Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the starter. (See STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
  24. Install the front drive shaft (RH) to the transfer. (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  25. Install the front drive shaft (LH) to the transaxle. (See FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  26. Connect the front stabilizer control links to the front stabilizer. (See FRONT STABILIZER INSTALLATION (US) .)
  27. Connect the front lower arms to the steering knuckles. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  28. Connect the tie-rod ends to the steering knuckles. (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  29. Install the water pipe bracket installation bolts.
    Fig 9: Water Pipe Bracket Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715457Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  30. Install the wiring harness bracket.
    Fig 10: Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt With Torque Specification
    G13715458Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  31. Tighten the wiring harness bracket installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
    Fig 11: Wiring Harness Bracket Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715459Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  32. Connect the water hose to the oil cooler. (Automatic Transaxle Replacement) (See OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  33. Connect the oil cooler to the transaxle with the hose connected. (Except Automatic Transaxle Replacement) (See OIL COOLER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  34. Install the tunnel cover. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
  35. Install the front tires. (See WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  36. Connect the intermediate shaft (lower side) to the steering gear and linkage. (See INTERMEDIATE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  37. Install the joint cover. (See INTERMEDIATE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  38. Connect the breather hose to the transaxle.
    G13715415Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  39. Install the selector cable bracket.
    Fig 12: Selector Cable Bracket Bolts With Torque Specification
    G13715461Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  40. Connect the selector cable to the transaxle. (See SELECTOR CABLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
  41. Connect the ground cable to the No. 4 engine mount rubber.
    Fig 13: Ground Cable Bolt With Torque Specification
    G13715462Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  42. Connect the control valve body connector.
    CAUTION:
    • Make sure that your hand does not touch the terminal as the connector terminal could be damaged.
    • Verify that there is no fluid or foreign matter adhering to the connector before connecting the connector.
    • Insert the connector straight as the connector terminal could be damaged.
    • Rotate the connector lever until a click is heard.
    G13558443Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  43. Install the splash shield. (See SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  44. Install the front deflector. (See DEFLECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  45. Install the turbocharger air outlet pipe component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
  46. Install the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
  47. Install the following parts as a single unit. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
    • Air cleaner cover
    • Air cleaner element
    • Fresh-air duct
    • Air cleaner case
    • Air hose
  48. Install the plug hole plate. (See PLUG HOLE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
  49. Connect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION (US) .)
  50. Refill the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [(VIN Y) (US)] .)
  51. Add the ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)
  52. Install the front under cover No. 1. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  53. Install the front under cover No. 2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  54. If the automatic transaxle has been replaced, perform TCM configuration. (See TCM CONFIGURATION .)
  55. If the automatic transaxle has been replaced, perform the "Initial Learning". (See INITIAL LEARNING .)
  56. Perform the "Mechanical System Test". (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)
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