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Installation (To 10/2008): Installation

  1. INSPECT TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Inspect the torque converter clutch. Refer to INSPECTION .
  2. INSTALL TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. While aligning the matchmarks on the transmission case and torque converter clutch, engage the splines of the input shaft and turbine runner.
      Fig 1: Aligning Matchmarks On Transmission Case And Torque Converter Clutch
      GTY143008Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Engage the splines of the stator shaft and stator while turning the torque converter clutch.
      Fig 2: Identifying Matchmark On Stator Shaft
      GTY127117Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      HINT: 

      Turn the torque converter clutch approximately 180°.

    3. Turn the torque converter clutch and align the matchmarks on the torque converter clutch and transmission case to engage the key of the oil pump drive gear into the slot on the torque converter clutch.
      Fig 3: Aligning Matchmarks On Torque Converter Clutch And Transmission Case
      GTY114320Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      Do not push on the torque converter when aligning the matchmarks.

    4. Using a vernier caliper and straightedge, measure dimension A between the transmission and the end surface of the drive plate.
      Fig 4: Measuring Dimension A Between Transmission And End Surface Of Drive Plate
      GTY114584Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Using a caliper and straightedge, measure dimension B shown in the illustration. Check that B is greater than A.

      Standard dimension

      A + 1 mm (0.039 in.) or more

      Fig 5: Measuring Dimension B Between Transmission And End Surface Of Drive Plate
      GTY155096Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. INSTALL TRANSMISSION CONTROL SHAFT LEVER RH 
    1. Install the transmission control shaft lever RH with the nut.
      Fig 6: Locating Transmission Control Shaft Lever RH Nut
      GTY135786Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 16 N*m (160 kgf*cm, 12 ft.*lbf) 

  4. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR 
    1. Install the mounting insulator with the 4 bolts.
      Fig 7: Identifying Engine Rear Mounting Insulator Bolts
      GTY112793Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 12 N*m (122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf) 

  5. INSTALL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY 
    1. Install the automatic transmission to the engine with the 9 bolts.
      Fig 8: Identifying Automatic Transmission Assembly To Engine
      GTY113584Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 37 N*m (377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf) 

      for bolt A

      Torque: 71 N*m (724 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf) 

      for bolt B

      HINT: 

      • Make sure that the mark is positioned as shown in the illustration.
      • Bolt head size:

        14 mm for bolt A

        17 mm for bolt B

      • Bolt (B) will be installed with the wire harness clamp in a later step.
    2. Hold the crankshaft pulley bolt with a wrench and install the 6 torque converter clutch mounting bolts.
      Fig 9: Locating Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
      GTY125212Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 48 N*m (489 kgf*cm, 35 ft.*lbf) 

      HINT: 

      First install the black colored bolt and then the remaining 5 bolts.

  6. INSTALL FLYWHEEL HOUSING UNDER COVER 
    1. Install the fly wheel housing under cover with the 2 bolts.
      Fig 10: Locating Flywheel Housing Under Cover Bolts
      GTY121484Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 18 N*m (184 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf) 

  7. INSTALL WIRE HARNESS 
    1. Connect the 2 speed sensor connectors.
    2. Connect the transmission wire connector.
    3. Connect the park/neutral position switch connector.
    4. Install the wire harness clamps with the 5 bolts.
      Fig 11: Locating Wire Harness Clamps And Bolts
      GTY129711Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 71 N*m (724 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf) 

      for bolt A

      Torque: 10 N*m (102 kgf*cm, 7 ft.*lbf) 

      for bolt B

      HINT: 

      Bolt (A) is tightened to the transmission housing.

  8. INSTALL REAR ENGINE MOUNTING MEMBER 
    1. Install the rear engine mounting member with the 4 nuts.
      Fig 12: Locating Rear Engine Mounting Member Nuts
      GTY143066Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 13 N*m (133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf) 

    2. Install the rear engine mounting member with the 4 bolts.
      Fig 13: Locating Rear Engine Mounting Member Bolts
      GTY112792Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 26 N*m (265 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf) 

  9. CONNECT FLOOR SHIFT GEAR SHIFTING ROD SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Connect the floor shift gear shifting rod with the nut.
      Fig 14: Locating Floor Shift Gear Shifting Rod Nut
      GTY114495Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 13 N*m (133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf) 

  10. INSTALL OIL COOLER TUBE 
    1. Temporarily install the oil cooler outlet tube.
    2. Temporarily install the oil cooler inlet tube.
    3. Install the 3 clamps with the 3 bolts.

      Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf) 

      Fig 15: Locating Oil Cooler Tube Bolts And Clamps
      GTY112791Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Using a union nut wrench, tighten the oil cooler outlet tube.
      Fig 16: Locating Oil Cooler Outlet Tube Union Nut
      GTY125890Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 44 N*m (449 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

      for use without SST

      Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf) 

      for use with SST

      HINT: 

      Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 460 mm (18.11 in.).

    5. Using union nut wrench, tighten the oil cooler inlet tube.
      Fig 17: Locating Oil Cooler Outlet Tube
      GTY125688Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 44 N*m (449 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

      for use without union nut wrench

      Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf) 

      for use with union nut wrench

      HINT: 

      Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 460 mm (18.11 in.)

  11. INSTALL PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Install the propeller with center bearing shaft assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  12. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE CABLE HEAT INSULATOR 
    1. Install the heat insulator with the 4 bolts.
  13. INSTALL FRONT FLOOR NO. 1 HEAT INSULATOR 
    1. Install the heat insulator with the 4 bolts.
  14. INSTALL TWC  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 45
  15. INSTALL NO. 1 EXHAUST PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Install the bracket with the 2 bolts.
      Fig 18: Identifying No. 1 Exhaust Pipe Support Bracket Bolts
      GTY114494Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 43 N*m (438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

  16. INSTALL CENTER EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 48
  17. INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY  . Refer to INSTALLATION - Step 49
  18. INSTALL FRONT FLOOR CENTER BRACE 
    1. Install the brace with the 4 bolts.

      Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf) 

  19. CONNECT HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 

    Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf) 

    for use with SST

    Torque: 44 N*m (449 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

    for use without SST

    HINT: 

    Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 460 mm (18.11 in)

  20. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
  21. ADJUST SHIFT LEVER POSITION 
    1. Adjust the shift lever position. Refer to ADJUSTMENT .
  22. INSPECT SHIFT LEVER POSITION 
    1. Inspect the shift lever position. Refer to ADJUSTMENT .
  23. ADD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID 

    Fluid type

    Toyota Genuine ATF WS

  24. ADJUST AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID 
    1. Adjust the amount of automatic transmission fluid. Refer to ADJUSTMENT .
  25. INSTALL NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER 
  26. INSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER 
  27. PERFORM INITIALIZATION 
    1. Perform initialization. Refer to INITIALIZATION .
      NOTE:

      Certain systems need to be initialized after disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.