Transmission Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repair or service.

1. Install the transmission rear mount (A).
   Fig 1: Installing Transmission Rear Mount With Torque Specifications

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2. Check that the two dowel pins are installed in the clutch housing.
3. Apply super high temp area grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the release fork (A), the release hanger (B), and the release bearing guide (C). Install the release fork into the opening in the clutch housing.
   Fig 2: Applying Super High Temp Area Grease To Release Fork, Release Hanger, And Release Bearing Guide

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4. Pull the release fork (A) out until it stops, then wedge a shop towel (B) between the release fork and clutch housing to hold the release fork in place.
   Fig 3: Pulling Release Fork Out

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5. Place the transmission on a transmission jack, and raise it to the engine level.
6. Install the three upper transmission mounting bolts.
   Fig 4: Installing Three Upper Transmission Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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7. Install the wire harness (A) to the transmission, then connect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) (2000-2005 models) or the output shaft (countershaft) speed sensor (2006-08 model) connector (B).
   Fig 5: Installing Output Shaft (Countershaft) Speed Sensor (2006-08 Model) Connector

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8. Raise the transmission, then install the three transmission rear mount bolts.
   Fig 6: Installing Transmission Rear Mount Bolts With Torque Specifications

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9. Place a floor jack under the front subframe and the engine mounting stiffener, and raise it to the frame.
   Fig 7: Raising Front Subframe And Engine Mounting Stiffener To Frame With Torque Specifications

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10. Tighten the four mounting bolts, and install the two center mounting bolts.
11. Install the five lower transmission mounting bolts.
    Fig 8: Installing Lower Transmission Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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12. Remove the shop towel, and install the release fork onto the release hanger.
13. Apply super high area grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the end of the slave cylinder pushrod (A). Install the slave cylinder (B) and the release fork boot (C).
    Fig 9: Applying Super High Area Grease To End Of Slave Cylinder Pushrod With Torque Specifications

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14. Install the four shift boot holder mounting bolts.
    Fig 10: Installing Shift Boot Holder Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications

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15. Install the propeller shaft (see PROPELLER SHAFT INSTALLATION ).
16. Install the gasket (A), exhaust manifold (B), and the exhaust manifold bracket (C).
    Fig 11: Installing Gasket, Exhaust Manifold And Exhaust Manifold Bracket With Torque Specifications

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17. Install the new gaskets (A) and three way catalytic converter (TWO (B).
    Fig 12: Installing Gaskets And Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) With Torque Specifications

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18. Install the wire harness (A) onto the transmission, then connect the primary heated oxygen sensor (primary HO2S) (sensor 1) (2000-2005 models), the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor (sensor 1) (2006-08 model) (B), secondary heated oxygen sensor (secondary HO2S) (sensor 2) (C), and the back-up light switch (D) connectors.
    Fig 13: Installing Wire Harness Onto Transmission With Torque Specifications

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19. Install ground cable (A) the intake manifold bracket (B), and lower mounting bolt, then install the wire harness (C) on the intake manifold bracket.
    Fig 14: Installing Ground Cable Intake Manifold Bracket And Lower Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications

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20. Refill the transmission with the manual transmission fluid (MTF) (see step  4 ).
21. Install the splash shield.
    Fig 15: Installing Splash Shield

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22. Lower the vehicle.
23. Connect the torque sensor 3P connector (A), and install the wire harness clamp (B).
    Fig 16: Connecting Torque Sensor 3P Connector And Installing Wire Harness Clamp

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24. Reconnect the 2P connector (C) to the steering gearbox (D).
25. 2000-2005 models: Connect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor A (top dead center (TDC) sensor 1) and CMP sensor B (TDC sensor 2) connectors.
    Fig 17: Connecting Camshaft Position Sensor A (Top Dead Center Sensor 1) And CMP Sensor B (TDC Sensor 2) Connectors (2000-2005 Models)

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26. 2006-08 model: Connect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor connector.
    Fig 18: Connecting Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (2006-08 Model)

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27. 2000-2005 models: Install the upper intake manifold bracket mounting bolt (A) and upper starter motor mounting bolt (B). Connect the hose (C) to the suction valve.
    Fig 19: Connecting Hose To Suction Valve With Torque Specifications

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28. 2006-08 model: Install the upper intake manifold bracket mounting bolt (A) and upper starter motor mounting bolt (B).
    Fig 20: Installing Upper Intake Manifold Bracket Mounting Bolt And Upper Starter Motor Mounting Bolt (2006-08 Model) With Torque Specifications

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29. Install the heat shield.
    Fig 21: Installing Heat Shield With Torque Specifications

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30. Install the exhaust manifold cover.
    Fig 22: Installing Exhaust Manifold Cover With Torque Specifications

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31. Install the A/C compressor, then connect the 1P connector.
    Fig 23: Connecting A/C Compressor 1P Connector With Torque Specifications

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32. Install the alternator and the alternator-compressor belt (see ALTERNATOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
33. Connect the steering joint (A) by aligning the reference marks (B), and tighten the bolts (C) to the specified torque.
    Fig 24: Connecting Steering Joint By Aligning Reference Marks With Torque Specifications

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34. Remove the steering wheel (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
35. Center the cable reel, and reinstall the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION ).
36. 2000-2005 models: Install the air cleaner housing (A), then connect the air control solenoid valve connector (B) and vacuum hoses (C).
    Fig 25: Installing Air Cleaner Housing (2000-2005 Models) With Torque Specifications

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37. 2000-2005 models: Install the air cleaner element assembly (A) and the air cleaner housing cover (B), then connect the air hose (C) and the breather pipe (D).
    Fig 26: Installing Air Cleaner Element Assembly And Air Cleaner Housing Cover (2000-2005 Models)

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38. 2006-08 model: Install the air cleaner housing (A) then install the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor harness clamps (B).
    Fig 27: Installing Air Cleaner Housing (2006-08 Model) With Torque Specifications

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39. 2006-08 model: Install the air cleaner element assembly (A) and the air cleaner housing cover (B), then connect the IAT sensor connector (C) and breather pipe (D), install the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor harness (E) to the holder.
    Fig 28: Installing Air Cleaner Element Assembly And Air Cleaner Housing Cover (2006-08 Model)

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40. Apply multipurpose grease where shown. Install the shift lever spring and the shift lever.
    Fig 29: Applying Multipurpose Grease To Shift Lever Spring And Shift Lever With Torque Specifications

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41. Install the shift boot and the boot holder.
    Fig 30: Installing Shift Boot And Boot Holder

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42. Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
43. Install the shift lever knob, and tighten the locknut.
    Fig 31: Installing Shift Lever Knob With Torque Specifications

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44. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable, and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
45. Check the front wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
46. Check the shift lever and clutch operation.
47. 2000-2005 models: Do the ECM idle learn procedure (see IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ).
48. Test-drive the vehicle.
49. Enter the radio anti-theft code, then enter the audio presets, and set the clock.