Repair Procedure

How to use this service information .

NOTICE:

Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.

NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations used in the procedure are for 22-24 models.

22-24

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

*1: 2 types

*2: With AWD

*3: Without ATF cooler

*4: With ATF cooler

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

*1: 2 types

*2: With AWD

*3: Without ATF cooler

*4: With ATF cooler

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

*1: 2 types

*2: Without AWD

*3: 22-24

*4: 25

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

*1: 22-24

*2: 25

A.-
Sub-Procedure

Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Object Type

O-Ring ATF
B.-
Sub-Procedure

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Removal
- Refer to the figure.

C.-

Sub-Procedure

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Installation

Installation Directions

Mark	Direction
a	b	Front

D.-
Sub-Procedure

Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Object Type

O-Ring ATF
E.-
Preconditions
- Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Undercover Area Parts
- - -
    Engine Undercover
  - -
    Splash Shield
- Air Intake Tube - Refer to: Air Cleaner Area (3.0L Engine) or Air Cleaner Area (3.5L Engine)
Sub-Procedure

NOTICE:

When disconnecting/connecting the hose, do not bend the pipe excessively or it will be damaged or deformed.

Installation
- Connect the hoses until the hose end contacts the bulge while aligning the paint marks (a) as shown.
Specifications

Standard Value

b 7.0 mm (0.276 in)

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After Installation
- Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
F.-
Preconditions
- Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Air Intake Tube - Refer to: Air Cleaner Area (3.0L Engine) or Air Cleaner Area (3.5L Engine)
Sub-Procedure

NOTICE:

The ATF warmer is an aluminum part. Be careful not to damage the ATF warmer.

Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Object Type

O-Ring ATF

After Installation
- Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
- ATF Level Check

Standard Value
b	7.0 mm (0.276 in)

G.-

Sub-Procedure

Removal

Clean the ATF warmer strainer if necessary. Replace the ATF warmer strainer, if it is clogged or damaged.
NOTICE:
- Do not use compressed air to clean the ATF warmer strainer.
- Soak the ATF warmer strainer thoroughly in ATF.

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Installation

Installation Directions

Position	Direction
a	Transmission Side

Lubricant Specifications

Object	Type
O-Ring	ATF

H.-
WARNING:

Before following the procedure, be sure to observe precautions and eliminate static electricity.

NOTE:
- The TCM and the valve body assembly are not available separately. Replace them as a set.
- If you are replacing the TCM, the vehicle cannot be turned to the ON mode until the keyless access system registration procedure is complete.
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- 12 Volt Battery Base - Refer to: 12 Volt Battery Area (3.0L Engine) or 12 Volt Battery Area (3.5L Engine)
After Installation

Procedure After Replacing TCM

1. Keyless Access System Registration2. TCM Set Up

Connect the HDS to the DLC .

-2. Select the following menu buttons on the HDS screen in sequence.

NOTE: If the procedure is unfinished, try to do it again.
- AT (System Selection Menu)
- Adjustment
- TCU Set up
I.-
Preconditions
- Vehicle Lifted
- ATF Drained
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Engine Undercover
Sub-Procedure

Installation
- Remove metal particles from the magnetic surface of the drain plug.
After Installation
- ATF Refill
J.-
Preconditions
- Vehicle Lifted
- ATF Drained
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Under-Floor Three Way Catalytic Converter (Under-Floor TWC)
- Intermediate Shaft
Sub-Procedure

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Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Position Type

a ATF

Specifications

Specification

b Flush with Housing

NOTICE:

Install the oil seal until the oil seal driver (c) has been fully seated.

After Installation
- ATF Refill
K.-
Preconditions
- Vehicle Lifted
- ATF Drained
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Disconnect:
- Left Driveshaft Inboard Joint - Refer to: Front Driveshaft Removal and Installation (3.0L Engine) or Front Driveshaft Removal and Installation (3.5L Engine)
Sub-Procedure

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Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Position Type

a ATF

Specifications

Specification

b Flush with Housing

NOTICE:

Install the oil seal until the oil seal driver (c) has been fully seated.

After Installation
- ATF Refill

L.-

Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:

12 Volt Battery Base - Refer to: 12 Volt Battery Area (3.5L Engine) or 12 Volt Battery Area (3.0L Engine)

Sub-Procedure

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Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Position	Type
a	ATF

Specifications

Specification
b	Flush with Housing

Tool Details

Name
c	Spacer (Commercially Available)

M.-
Preconditions
- Vehicle Lifted
- ATF Drained
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Undercover Area Parts
- - -
    Engine Undercover
  - -
    Splash Shield
- 12 Volt Battery Base - Refer to: 12 Volt Battery Area (3.5L Engine) or 12 Volt Battery Area (3.0L Engine)
Sub-Procedure

Installation

NOTICE:
- Be careful not to pinch the solenoid wire harness.
- Tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern in at least two steps.
After Installation
- ATF Refill

N.-

NOTICE:

Do not disassemble the valve body assembly. If any problem occurs, replace the assembly.

NOTE: The valve body assembly and the TCM are not available separately. Replace them as a set.

Preconditions

Park Lock Released - Refer to: A/T Road Test or How to Release Park Lock

Sub-Procedure

Figure 1

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Removal

Remove the appropriate bolts (a) as shown. (Figure 1)

Figure 2

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Installation

1. Make sure the control shaft (b) and the two-way clutch (c) are positioned as shown below. (Figure 2)

Specifications (Figure 2)

Condition	Position
Except replacing valve body assembly	d	Upper side
Replacing valve body assembly	e	Lower side

2. Align the control shaft and the two-way clutch with the valve body assembly.

After Installation

Shift the transmission to P position/mode - Refer to: A/T Road Test or How to Release Park Lock .

O.-
Preconditions
- Vehicle Lifted
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Engine Undercover

P.-

Preconditions

Vehicle Lifted
Engine Support Hanger Installed - Refer to: Engine Support Hanger Installation (3.0L Engine) or Engine Support Hanger Installation (3.5L Engine)
ATF Drained

Key Information

NOTE: For the removal and installation procedure, refer to Transmission Removal and Installation - Refer to: Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (3.0L Engine) or Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (3.5L Engine) and the sub-procedure below.

Sub-Procedure

NOTICE:

Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

Figure 1

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Removal

1. Remove six bolts (a) while rotating the crankshaft pulley. (Figure 1)

Figure 2

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2. Check that the transmission is free of hoses and electrical wiring.

3. Hold the transmission as shown below. (Figure 2)

Tool Details (Figure 2)

Name
b	Transmission Jack (Commercially Available)

4. Remove the transmission carefully.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to drop the torque converter.

After Installation

1. Keyless Access System Registration (Only for Replacing Transmission or TCM)

2. TCM Set Up (Only for Replacing Transmission or TCM)

Connect the HDS to the DLC .

-2. Select the following menu buttons on the HDS screen in sequence.

NOTE: If the procedure is unfinished, try to do it again.

AT (System Selection Menu)
Adjustment
TCU Set up

3. ATF Refill

4. Transmission Operation Check

Park the vehicle on level ground, and block all four wheels.

-2. Start the engine.

NOTE: Check that the engine starts in P position/mode, and does not start in any other positions/modes.

-3. While pressing the brake pedal firmly, shift the transmission to each position/mode.

5. Make sure the shift position indicator follows the shift operation.

6. Front Wheel Alignment Check - Refer to: Wheel Alignment (3.0L Engine) or Wheel Alignment (3.5L Engine)

7. VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization - Refer to: VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization or VSA Modulator-Control Unit Update

8. Vehicle Road Test - Refer to: A/T Road Test or How to Release Park Lock

Q.-
Sub-Procedure

Removal
- Inspect the drive plate, and replace it if it is damaged.
Installation

NOTICE:

Tighten the bolts in a crisscross pattern in at least two steps.
R.-
Sub-Procedure

Installation
- Make sure the torque converter is fully engaged on the transmission. Failure to do so will result in severe transmission or engine damage.
After Installation

Procedure After Replacing Torque Converter
- Torque Converter Correction Value Learning
NOTE: Do the torque converter correction value learning only when replacing the original torque converter.

1. Connect the HDS to the DLC .

2. Select the following menu buttons on the HDS screen in sequence.
- AT (System Selection Menu)
- Adjustment
- Torque Converter Correction Value Learning

S.-

Sub-Procedure

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Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Position	Type
a	ATF

Specifications

Specification
b	Flush with Housing

Tool Details

Name
c	Spacer (Commercially Available)

T.-
Sub-Procedure

Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Object Type

O-Ring ATF
U.-
Sub-Procedure

Removal
- Remove the appropriate bolts (a) as shown. (Figure 1)
  NOTICE:
  
  The valve body assembly includes the rollers (b). Be careful not to drop them while removing the solenoid wire harness. (Figure 2)
Figure 1

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Figure 2

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Installation

Lubricant Specifications

Object Type

O-Ring ATF