Mechatronic Assembly: Installation

SSE 

1. Install the SSE  .
   Fig 1: Locating Shift Solenoid E

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2. Position the solenoid bracket in place and install the 8 bolts.
   • Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
     Fig 2: Locating Solenoid Bracket Bolts

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NOTE: The TR  switch pin must be aligned with the manual control valve during installation.
3. Position the TCM  on the mechatronic assembly.
   1. TCM 
   2. Mechatronic assembly
   3. TR  switch pin
      Fig 3: Identifying TCM And Mechatronic Assembly

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4. Install the 6 long bolts into the TCM  unit. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
   • Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
     Fig 4: Identifying TCM Unit Long Bolts Tightening Sequence

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     Mechatronic assembly 

NOTE: Before installing the mechatronic assembly into the transmission case, verify presence and correct orientation of the thermal bypass valve, pump adapter seal and center support seals. Also note that one or more of the center support seals may have remained in the mechatronic assembly during removal and should be installed into the transmission case at this time.
5. Verify the 4 rubber feed tubes for the center support are in place.
   1. Black feed tubes
   2. Green feed tube
   3. Blue feed tube
      Fig 5: Locating Center Support Rubber Feed Tubes

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6. Verify the rubber adapter is in place.
   Fig 6: Locating Rubber Adapter

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7. Coat the thermal bypass valve with petroleum jelly to hold it in place and install the thermal bypass valve in the transmission case.
   Fig 7: Locating Thermal Bypass Valve

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NOTE: Do not touch the electrical connector pins or the exposed solenoid tabs on the transmission vehicle harness connector. Electrostatic discharge may occur and may cause damage to the mechatronic unit.
8. Position the mechatronic assembly in place and loosely install the 11 bolts.
   1. Align the manual valve and control lever linkage.
      Fig 8: Locating Mechatronic Assembly Bolts

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9. Tighten the mechatronic bolts in the sequence shown.
   • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
     Fig 9: Identifying Mechatronic Bolts Tightening Sequence

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NOTE: Do not touch the electrical connector pins or the exposed solenoid tabs on the transmission bulkhead electrical connector. Electrostatic discharge may occur and may cause damage to the mechatronic unit.
Fig 10: Locating Release Tab And Outer Shell Of Transmission Bulkhead Electrical Connector
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10. With the release tab down and unlocked, push the outer shell of the transmission bulkhead electrical connector into the transmission. Make sure that the transmission bulkhead electrical connector is fully seated into the mechatronic assembly.
11. Press up on the tab and lock the outer shell of the transmission bulkhead electrical connector in place. Make sure that the locking tab is securely locked.
    Fig 11: Locating Transmission Bulkhead Electrical Connector

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NOTE: The transmission fluid filter may be reused if no excessive contamination is indicated.
Fig 12: Locating Transmission Fluid Filter
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12. If required, install a new transmission fluid filter.
NOTE: The transmission fluid pan gasket can be reused if not damaged.
Fig 13: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Gasket
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13. Install a new transmission fluid pan gasket, if required.
14. Install the transmission fluid pan and tighten the transmission fluid pan bolts in a crisscross pattern.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 14: Locating Transmission Fluid Pan Bolts

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15. Connect the transmission vehicle harness connector by pushing it in and twisting the outer shell to lock it in place.
    Fig 15: Locating Transmission Vehicle Harness Connector

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16. Make sure the transmission fluid is at the correct level, follow the steps for Adding Additional Transmission Fluid or Removing Transmission Fluid. For additional information, refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL .
17. If a new or existing mechatronic assembly is installed, the TCM  will need to be programmed with the latest calibration.