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Disassembly And Reassembly: Assembly

CAUTION: Never reuse the outer race.
  1. Using the special tool MB991550, Install the outer race of the differential side bearing on the transaxle case.
    Fig 1: Installing Outer Race Of Differential Side Bearing On Transaxle Case
    G12119933Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the outer race.
  2. Using the special tools MD998812, MD998813 and MD998830, install the outer race of the reduction gear bearing on the transaxle case.
    Fig 2: Installing Outer Race Of Reduction Gear Bearing On Transaxle Case
    G12119934Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply transmission fluid to the bearing so that the interference can be adjusted in a smooth condition.
    • Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  3. Measure an interference (A) of the reduction gear assembly in the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the interference of the reduction gear assembly.
    Fig 3: Measuring Interference Of Reduction Gear Assembly
    G12119935Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Install the reduction gear assembly on the transaxle case.
      Fig 4: Installing Reduction Gear Assembly On Transaxle Case
      G12119936Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Set the outer race on the reduction gear bearing.
      Fig 5: Setting Outer Race On Reduction Gear Bearing
      G12119937Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L1 from the outer race to the end face of the transaxle case.
      Fig 6: Measuring Distance L1 From Outer Race To End Face Of Transaxle Case
      G12119938Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    4. Place a block on the end face of the converter housing and measure distance L2 to the reduction gear taper bearing shim mounting surface.
    5. Calculate distance L3 from the end face of the converter housing to the outer race of the reduction gear assembly from the following formula.

      L3 = L2 - Height of block 

    6. Calculate the thickness of the reduction gear taper bearing shim from the following formula.
    Fig 7: Measuring Distance L2 To Reduction Gear Taper Bearing Shim Mounting Surface
    G12119939Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

    Thickness of reduction gear taper bearing shim = L3 - L1 + Interference 

    Standard value: 0.16 - 0.22 mm (0.006 - 0.009 in) (For reduction gear preload)  .

    CAUTION: Never reuse the reduction gear taper bearing shim.
  4. Install a selected reduction gear taper bearing shim on the converter housing. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the reduction gear taper bearing shim.
    Fig 8: Installing Selected Reduction Gear Taper Bearing Shim On Converter Housing
    G12119940Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the outer race.
  5. Using the special tools MD998812, MD998813 and MD998830, install the outer race of the reduction gear bearing on the converter housing.
    Fig 9: Installing Outer Race Of Reduction Gear Bearing On Converter Housing
    G12119941Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply transmission fluid to the bearing so that the interference can be adjusted in a smooth condition.
    • Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  6. Measure an interference (A) of the differential assembly in the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the interference of the differential assembly.
    Fig 10: Measuring Interference Of Differential Assembly
    G12119942Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Install the differential assembly on the transaxle case.
      Fig 11: Installing Differential Assembly On Transaxle Case
      G12119943Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Set the outer race on the differential side bearing.
      Fig 12: Setting Outer Race On Differential Side Bearing
      G12119944Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L1 from the outer race to the end face of the transaxle case.
      Fig 13: Measuring Distance L1 From Outer Race To End Face Of Transaxle Case
      G12119945Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    4. Measure distance L2 from the end face of the converter housing to the differential taper bearing shim mounting surface of the converter housing.
    5. Calculate the thickness of the differential taper bearing shim from the following formula.

    Thickness of differential taper bearing shim = L2 - L1 + Interference 

    Standard value: 0.19 - 0.25 mm (0.008 - 0.010 in)  .

    (For differential preload  )

    Fig 14: Measuring Distance From Converter Housing End Face To Differential Taper Bearing Shim Mounting Surface
    G12119946Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the differential taper bearing shim.
  7. Install a selected differential taper bearing shim on the converter housing. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the differential taper bearing shim.
    Fig 15: Installing Selected Differential Taper Bearing Shim On Converter Housing
    G12119947Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the outer race.
  8. Using the special tool MB991445, Install the outer race of the differential side bearing on the converter housing.
    Fig 16: Installing Outer Race Of Differential Side Bearing On Converter Housing
    G12119948Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  9. Install an O-ring on the transaxle case.
    Fig 17: Installing O-Ring On Transaxle Case
    G12119949Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Mounting bolts are Torx E18 bolts.
  10. Install the output gear set. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.
    No. of bolts 10

    Tightening torque: 41 ± 1 N.m (30 ± 1 ft-lb)  .

    Fig 18: Installing Output Gear Set
    G12119950Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the D-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the D-rings before installation.
  11. Install D-rings on the low-reverse brake piston.
    Fig 19: Installing D-Rings On Low-Reverse Brake Piston
    G12119951Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Apply transmission fluid to the low-reverse brake piston before installation.
  12. Install the low-reverse brake piston on the transaxle case.
    Fig 20: Installing Low-Reverse Brake Piston On Transaxle Case
    G12119952Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  13. Install the diaphragm spring.
    Fig 21: Installing Diaphragm Spring
    G12119953Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  14. Install the diaphragm spring retainer.
    Fig 22: Installing Diaphragm Spring Retainer
    G12119954Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  15. Using the special tool MB992195, install the snap ring.
    Fig 23: Installing Snap Ring
    G12119955Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  16. Measure the clearance (A) of the low-reverse brake using the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the specified low-reverse brake clearance.
    Fig 24: Measuring Low-Reverse Brake Clearance
    G12119956Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. While compressing the drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate, measure the thickness L1 of the pack.
      Compression load (N(kgf)) 7056 - 8056 (720 - 822)
      Fig 25: Measuring Drive Plate Pack Thickness (1 Of 2)
      G12119957Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      Fig 26: Measuring Drive Plate Pack Thickness (2 Of 2)
      G12119958Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      NOTE: If there is no appropriate plate, use the special tool, MD998917
    2. Measure thickness L2 of the one-way clutch.
      Fig 27: Measuring Thickness L2 Of One-Way Clutch
      G12119959Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L3 from the end face of the transaxle case to the low-reverse brake piston.
      Fig 28: Measuring Distance L3 From End Face Of Transaxle Case To Low-Reverse Brake Piston
      G12119960Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    4. Temporarily assemble the snap ring, one-way clutch and snap ring to the transaxle case.
    5. Measure distance L4 from the end face of the transaxle case to the one-way clutch, while pulling up the one-way clutch.
    6. Remove the temporarily assembled snap ring, one-way clutch and snap ring from the transaxle case.
    7. Calculate the clearance using the following formula. Clearance = L3 - (L1 + L2 + L4)
    8. Select an appropriate retaining plate so that the specified clearance is obtained. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the retaining plate.

      Standard value: 1.9 - 2.2 mm (0.07 - 0.09 in) (For low-reverse brake clearance)  .

      Fig 29: Measuring Distance L4 From End Face Of Transaxle Case To One-Way Clutch
      G12119961Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  17. Install the needle bearing.
    Fig 30: Installing Needle Bearing
    G12119962Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Apply vaseline to the bearing race before installation.
  18. Install the bearing race on the RR sun gear on the front side.
    Fig 31: Installing Bearing Race On RR Sun Gear On Front Side
    G12119963Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  19. Install the RR sun gear on the front side.
    Fig 32: Installing RR Sun Gear On Front Side
    G12119964Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  20. Install the needle bearing on the RR carrier assembly.
    Fig 33: Installing Needle Bearing On RR Carrier Assembly
    G12119965Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  21. Install the RR carrier assembly.
    Fig 34: Installing RR Carrier Assembly
    G12119966Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Ensure that the various plates are installed in the correct order.
  22. Install the low-reverse brake drive plate, driven plate and selected retaining plate on the transaxle case.
    Fig 35: Installing Low-Reverse Brake Drive Plate, Driven Plate And Selected Retaining Plate On Transaxle Case
    G12119967Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  23. Using a flat-head screwdriver or equivalent, install the snap ring.
    Fig 36: Installing Snap Ring
    G12119968Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  24. Install the one-way clutch.
    Fig 37: Installing One-Way Clutch
    G12119969Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  25. Using a flat-head screwdriver or equivalent, install the snap ring.
    Fig 38: Installing Snap Ring
    G12119970Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  26. Measure the clearance (A) of the 2-6 brake using the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the specified 2-6 brake clearance.
    Fig 39: Measuring Clearance Of 2-6 Brake
    G12119971Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. While compressing the drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate, measure thickness L1 of the pack.
      Compression load (N(kgf)) 800 - 1800 (82 - 184)
      Fig 40: Measuring Drive Plates Pack Thickness (1 Of 2)
      G05431900Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      Fig 41: Measuring Drive Plates Pack Thickness (2 Of 2)
      G12119973Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      NOTE: If there is no appropriate plate, use the special tool, MD998917
    2. Measure distance L2 from the end face of the transaxle case to the snap ring.
      Fig 42: Measuring Distance L2 From End Face Of Transaxle Case To Snap Ring
      G12119974Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      CAUTION: When measuring L3, use the same straight bar as used when L2 is measured.
    3. Measure distance L3 from the end face of the side cover to the 2-6 brake piston.
    4. Calculate the clearance using the following formula.

      Clearance = L2 - (L1 + L3)  .

    5. Select an appropriate retaining plate so that the specified clearance is obtained. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the retaining plate.

      Standard value: 1.9 - 2.2 mm (0.07 - 0.09 in)  .

      (For 2-6 brake clearance)  .

    Fig 43: Measuring Distance L3 From End Face Of Side Cover To 2-6 Brake Piston
    G12119975Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  27. Install the needle bearing on the RR carrier assembly.
    Fig 44: Installing Needle Bearing On RR Carrier Assembly
    G12119976Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  28. Install the RR sun gear on the rear side.
    Fig 45: Installing RR Sun Gear On Rear Side
    G12119977Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  29. Install the needle bearing on the RR sun gear on the rear side.
    Fig 46: Installing Needle Bearing On RR Sun Gear On Rear Side
    G12119978Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  30. Install the high clutch hub.
    Fig 47: Installing High Clutch Hub
    G12119979Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  31. Install the needle bearing on the reduction internal gear.
    Fig 48: Installing Needle Bearing On Reduction Internal Gear
    G12119980Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  32. Install the reduction internal gear on the high clutch hub.
    Fig 49: Installing Reduction Internal Gear On High Clutch Hub
    G12119981Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  33. Install the needle bearing on the reduction internal gear.
    Fig 50: Installing Needle Bearing On Reduction Internal Gear
    G12119982Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  34. Install the reduction carrier.
    Fig 51: Installing Reduction Carrier
    G12119983Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  35. Install the reduction sun gear.
    Fig 52: Installing Reduction Sun Gear
    G12119984Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  36. Measure the reduction sun gear end play (A) using the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the specified reduction sun gear end play (A).
    Fig 53: Measuring Reduction Sun Gear End Play
    G12119985Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Measure distance L1 from the reduction carrier to the end face of the transaxle case.
      Fig 54: Measuring Distance L1 From Reduction Carrier To End Face Of Transaxle Case
      G12119986Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Measure distance L2 from the reduction carrier to the reduction sun gear.
      Fig 55: Measuring Distance L2 From Reduction Carrier To Reduction Sun Gear
      G12119987Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L3 from the end face of the side cover to the end face of the high clutch support area.
    4. Calculate the end play using the following formula.

      End play = L3 - (L1 - L2) - Thickness of straight bar - Thickness of spacer 

    5. Select an appropriate spacer so that the specified end play is obtained. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the spacer.

      Standard value: 0.4 - 0.7 mm (0.02 - 0.03 in)  .

      (For reduction sun gear end play)  .

    Fig 56: Measuring Distance L3 From End Face Of Side Cover To End Face Of High Clutch Support
    G12119988Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  37. Measure the side cover end play (A) in the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the specified side cover end play (A).
    Fig 57: Measuring Side Cover End Play
    G12119989Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Measure distance L1 from the reduction carrier to the end face of the transaxle case.
      Fig 58: Measuring Distance L1 From Reduction Carrier To End Face Of Transaxle Case
      G12119990Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Measure distance L2 from the end face of the side cover to the needle bearing mounting surface.
      Fig 59: Measuring Distance L2 From End Face Of Side Cover To Needle Bearing Mounting Surface
      G12119991Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L3 from the contact surface with the needle bearing of the high clutch drum to the snap ring of the cancel cover in the following procedure.
      Fig 60: Measuring Distance L3 From Contact Surface With Needle Bearing Of High Clutch Drum To Snap Ring Of Cancel Cover
      G12119992Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      1. Measure distance L4 from the high clutch drum edge to the snap ring of the cancel cover.
        Fig 61: Measuring Distance L4 From High Clutch Drum Edge To Snap Ring Of Cancel Cover
        G12119993Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      2. Measure height L5 of the high clutch drum.
        Fig 62: Measuring Height L5 Of High Clutch Drum
        G12119994Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      3. Measure distance L6 from the underside of the high clutch drum to the contact surface with the needle bearing.
      4. Calculate L3 using the following formula.

        L3 = L5 - (L4 + L6) + Thickness of straight bar 

    4. Calculate the end play using the following formula.

      End play = L2 - (L1 + L3) - Thickness of needle bearing 

    5. Select an appropriate needle bearing so that the specified end play is obtained. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the needle bearing.
      Fig 63: Measuring Distance L6 From Underside Of High Clutch Drum To Contact Surface With Needle Bearing
      G12119995Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

      Standard value: 0.70 - 1.05 mm (0.028 - 0.041 in)  .

      (For side cover end play)  .

  38. Install the high clutch assembly.
    Fig 64: Installing High Clutch Assembly
    G12119996Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

    Ensure that the various plates are installed in the correct order. 

  39. Install the 2-6 brake drive plate, driven plate and selected retaining plate on the transaxle case.
    Fig 65: Installing 2-6 Brake Drive Plate, Driven Plate And Selected Retaining Plate On Transaxle Case
    G12119997Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  40. Install an O-ring on the transaxle case.
    Fig 66: Installing O-Ring On Transaxle Case
    G12119998Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the spacer.
    • Apply vaseline to the spacer and needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  41. Install an appropriate spacer and the needle bearing on the side cover.
    Fig 67: Installing Spacer And Needle Bearing On Side Cover
    G12119999Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Completely degrease the FIPG-applied surface so that water and oil including the old sealant cannot adhere to the surface coated with the sealant. Never touch the degreased surface by hand.
    • Make sure the starting point and the ending point are about the middle between the bolts.
  42. Apply the sealant to the transaxle case mounting surface of the side cover (almost the center line of the surface).

    Specified sealant: Three Bond 1216B 

    L1 mm (in) 3 - 5 (0.1 - 0.2) L2 mm (in) 2. 3 (0.09)
    Fig 68: Sealant Applying Area To Transaxle Case Mounting Surface Of Side Cover
    G12120000Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Mounting bolts are Torx E16 bolts.
  43. Install the side cover on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.
    No. of bolts 14

    Tightening torque: 27 ± 2 N.m (20 ± 1 ft-lb)  .

    Fig 69: Installing Side Cover On Transaxle Case
    G12120001Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  44. Measure the drum support end play (A) using the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the specified drum support end play (A).
    Fig 70: Measuring Drum Support End Play
    G12120002Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Measure distance L1 between the end face of the RR internal gear splines and the oil pump mounting surface of the transaxle case.
      Fig 71: Measuring Distance L1 Between End Face Of RR Internal Gear Splines And Oil Pump Mounting Surface Of Transaxle Case
      G12120003Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Measure distance L2 between the thrust washer mounting surface of the drum support and the oil pump mounting surface of the transaxle case.
      Fig 72: Measuring Distance L2 Between Thrust Washer Mounting Surface Of Drum Support And Oil Pump Mounting Surface Of Transaxle Case
      G12120004Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L3 using the following procedure.
      1. Install the FR carrier on the low clutch assembly.
        Fig 73: Installing FR Carrier On Low Clutch Assembly
        G12120005Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
        CAUTION:
        • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
        • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
      2. Install the needle bearing on the FR carrier.
        Fig 74: Installing Needle Bearing On FR Carrier
        G12120006Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      3. Install the FR internal gear on the FR carrier.
        CAUTION:
        • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
        • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
        Fig 75: Installing FR Internal Gear On FR Carrier
        G12120007Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      4. Install the needle bearing on the FR sun gear.
        Fig 76: Installing Needle Bearing On FR Sun Gear
        G12120008Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      5. Install the FR sun gear.
        Fig 77: Installing FR Sun Gear
        G12120009Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
        CAUTION:
        • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
        • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
      6. Install the needle bearing on the FR sun gear.
        Fig 78: Installing Needle Bearing On FR Sun Gear
        G12120010Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      7. Install the 3-5 reverse clutch assembly.
        Fig 79: Installing 3-5 Reverse Clutch Assembly
        G12120011Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      8. Measure distance L3 between A and B.
    4. Calculate the end play using the following formula.

      End play = L3 - (L1 - L2) - Thrust washer thickness 

    5. Select an appropriate thrust washer so that the specified end play is obtained. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the thrust washer.

      Standard value: 0 - 0.35 mm (0 - 0.014 in)  .

      (For drum support end play)  .

    Fig 80: Measuring Distance L3 Of Drum Support End Play
    G12120012Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  45. Install the reduction gear assembly.
    Fig 81: Installing Reduction Gear Assembly
    G12120013Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  46. Install the reduction gear lubrication tube.
    Fig 82: Installing Reduction Gear Lubrication Tube
    G12120014Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  47. Install the parking pawl.
    Fig 83: Installing Parking Pawl
    G12120015Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  48. Install the parking pawl shaft.
    Fig 84: Installing Parking Pawl Shaft
    G12120016Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  49. Install the return spring.
    Fig 85: Installing Return Spring
    G12120017Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  50. Install the pawl shaft plate. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 7.9 N.m (70 in-lb)  .

    Fig 86: Installing Pawl Shaft Plate
    G12120018Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  51. Install the differential gear assembly.
    Fig 87: Installing Differential Gear Assembly
    G12120019Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Ensure that the claws on the thrust washer are correctly engaged with the holes in the drum support.
    • Apply vaseline to the thrust washer before installation.
  52. Install an appropriate thrust washer on the drum support.
    Fig 88: Installing Thrust Washer On Drum Support
    G12120020Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  53. Install the low clutch assembly.
    Fig 89: Installing Low Clutch Assembly
    G12120021Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  54. Install the FR carrier on the low clutch assembly.
    Fig 90: Installing FR Carrier On Low Clutch Assembly
    G12120022Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  55. Install the needle bearing on the FR carrier.
    Fig 91: Installing Needle Bearing On FR Carrier
    G12120023Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  56. Install the FR internal gear on the FR carrier.
    Fig 92: Installing FR Internal Gear On FR Carrier
    G12120024Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  57. Install the needle bearing on the FR sun gear.
    Fig 93: Installing Needle Bearing On FR Sun Gear
    G12120025Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  58. Install the FR sun gear.
    Fig 94: Installing FR Sun Gear
    G12120026Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  59. Install the needle bearing on the FR sun gear.
    Fig 95: Installing Needle Bearing On FR Sun Gear
    G12120027Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  60. Install the 3-5 reverse clutch assembly.
    Fig 96: Installing 3-5 Reverse Clutch Assembly
    G12120028Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  61. Measure the 3-5 reverse clutch end play (A) using the following procedure. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for the specified 3-5 reverse clutch end play (A).
    Fig 97: Measuring 3-5 Reverse Clutch End Play
    G12120029Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    1. Measure distance L1 between the oil pump assembly end face and A.
      Fig 98: Measuring Distance L1 Between Oil Pump Assembly End Face
      G12120030Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Measure distance L2 between A and the bearing race mounting surface.
      Fig 99: Measuring Distance L2 Between Bearing Race Mounting Surface
      G12120031Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Measure distance L3 between the oil pump mounting surface of the transaxle case and the needle bearing mounting surface of the 3-5 reverse clutch drum.
      Fig 100: Measuring Distance L3 Between Transaxle Case And 3-5 Reverse Clutch Drum
      G12120032Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    4. Measure thickness L4 of the needle bearing.
    5. Calculate the end play using the following formula.

      End play = L3 - (L1 - L2) - L4 - Bearing race thickness 

    6. Select an appropriate bearing race so that the specified end play is obtained. Refer to "Appropriate Service Information" for selecting the bearing race.

      Standard value: 0.55 - 0.85 mm (0.022 - 0.034 in)  .

      (For 3-5 reverse clutch end play)  .

    Fig 101: Measuring Thickness L4 Of Needle Bearing
    G12120033Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply vaseline to the needle bearing before installation.
    • Ensure that the needle bearing faces the correct direction.
  62. Install the needle bearing on the 3-5 reverse clutch drum.
    Fig 102: Installing Needle Bearing On 3-5 Reverse Clutch Drum
    G12120034Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  63. Install the input shaft.
    Fig 103: Installing Input Shaft
    G12120035Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  64. Install an O-ring on the transaxle case.
    Fig 104: Installing O-Ring On Transaxle Case
    G12120036Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  65. Install the magnets on the oil strainer.
    Fig 105: Installing Magnets On Oil Strainer
    G12120037Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the oil strainer.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-ring of the oil strainer.
  66. Install the oil strainer on the oil pump assembly. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.
    Bolt code A B
    Shank length mm (in) 25 (1.0) 16 (0.6)
    No. of bolts 2 1

    Tightening torque: 9.4 N.m (83 in-lb)  .

    Fig 106: Installing Oil Strainer On Oil Pump Assembly
    G12120038Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Apply vaseline to the bearing race before installation.
  67. Install an appropriate bearing race on the oil pump assembly.
    Fig 107: Installing Bearing Race On Oil Pump Assembly
    G12120039Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
    • Apply the transmission fluid as little as possible because too much transmission fluid applied to the O-ring, could cause some confusion over oil leakage.
  68. Install an O-ring on the oil pump.
    Fig 108: Installing O-Ring On Oil Pump
    G12120040Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  69. Install the oil pump assembly and oil strainer as one unit. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.
    No. of bolts 7

    Tightening torque: 21 N.m (15 ft-lb)  .

    Fig 109: Installing Oil Pump Assembly And Oil Strainer Unit
    G12120041Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  70. Install an O-ring on the input shaft.
    Fig 110: Installing O-Ring On Input Shaft
    G12120042Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Completely degrease the FIPG-applied surface so that water and oil including the old sealant cannot adhere to the surface coated with the sealant. Never touch the degreased surface by hand.
    • Make sure the starting point and the ending point are about the middle between the bolts.
    • Apply a double bead of sealant in sections A.
  71. Apply the sealant to the transaxle case mounting surface of the converter housing (almost the center line of the surface).

    Specified sealant: Three Bond 1216B 

    L1 mm (in) 3 - 5 (0.1 - 0.2)
    L2 mm (in) 2. 3 (0.09)
    L3 mm (in) 1.8 (0.07)
    Fig 111: Sealant Applying Dimension To Transaxle Case Mounting Surface Of Converter Housing
    G12120043Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Mounting bolts are Torx E20 bolts.
  72. Install the converter housing on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.
    No. of bolts 19

    Tightening torque: 47 ± 2 N.m (35 ± 1 ft-lb)  .

    Fig 112: Locating Converter Housing On Transaxle Case Bolts
    G12120044Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the side oil seal.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the side oil seal before installation.
  73. Using the special tools MB992197 and MB992075, install a side oil seal.
    Fig 113: Installing Side Oil Seal
    G12120045Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Ensure that the side oil seal is installed to the specified depth shown in the table below.
    • Measure the installed depth of the seal at four locations diagonally. Any difference between the measurements should be no more than 0.3 mm (0.01 in).
    On the transaxle case side Seal depth (A) from case end face: 4.0 ± 0.5 mm (0.2 ± 0.02 in) or less
    Fig 114: Measuring Side Oil Seal Depth
    G12120046Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  74. Install an O-ring on the ATF adjusting bolt.
  75. Install the ATF adjusting bolt on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 7.4 ± 2.4 N.m (65 ± 21 in-lb)  .

    Fig 115: Installing ATF Adjusting Bolt On Transaxle Case
    G12120047Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the lip seals.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the lip seals before installation.
  76. Install the lip seals on the transaxle case.
    Fig 116: Installing Lip Seals On Transaxle Case
    G12120048Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  77. Install the detent spring. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 4.9 N.m (43 in-lb)  .

    Fig 117: Installing Detent Spring
    G12120049Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  78. Install the bracket on the oil temperature sensor.
  79. Install the oil temperature sensor on the control valve. Refer to the following view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 7.9 N.m (70 in-lb)  .

    Fig 118: Installing Bracket On Oil Temperature Sensor
    G12120050Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Check the oil pressure switch connectors (each indicated with an arrow) for correct fit.
  80. Install the terminal assembly on the control valve.
    Fig 119: Installing Terminal Assembly On Control Valve
    G12120051Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Apply transmission fluid to the manual valve before installation.
  81. Install the manual valve on the control valve.
    Fig 120: Installing Manual Valve On Control Valve
    G12120052Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  82. Press the terminal body into the transaxle case.
    Fig 121: Pressing Terminal Body Into Transaxle Case
    G12120053Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Ensure that the notch in the manual valve is engaged with the lug on the manual plate.
    Fig 122: Manual Valve Notch With Manual Plate Lug
    G12120054Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  83. Install the control valve assembly on the transaxle case.
    Fig 123: Installing Control Valve Assembly On Transaxle Case
    G12120055Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Mounting bolt A is a hexagon head bolt.
    • Mounting bolt B is a hexagon socket head bolt.
  84. Install the control valve assembly mounting bolts A and B. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for tightening torque.
    Bolt code A B
    Shank length mm (in) 71.5 (2.82) 58.0 (2.28)
    No. of bolts 5 4

    Tightening torque: 7.9 N.m (70 in-lb)  .

    Fig 124: Locating Control Valve Assembly Mounting Bolts
    G12120056Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the control valve cover gasket.
    • Thoroughly clean the control valve cover gasket mounting surface of the transaxle case so that it is completely free of moisture, lubricant and the old gasket.
  85. Install the control valve cover gasket on the transaxle case.
    Fig 125: Installing Control Valve Cover Gasket On Transaxle Case
    G12120057Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  86. Install the control valve cover on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.
    No. of bolts 16

    Tightening torque: 9.0 ± 0.9 N.m (80 ± 8 in-lb)  .

    Fig 126: Locating Control Valve Cover On Transaxle Case Bolts
    G12120058Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the snap ring.
  87. Install a snap ring on the terminal body.
    Fig 127: Installing Snap Ring On Terminal Body
    G12120059Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the copper washers.
  88. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque to install the cooler tube (OUT) onto the side cover.

    Eye bolt tightening torque: 33 ± 3 N.m (29 ± 2 ft-lb)  .

    Bracket tightening torque: 22 ± 1 N.m (16 ± 1 ft-lb)  .

    Fig 128: Installing Cooler Tube (Out) Onto Side Cover
    G12120060Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Never reuse the copper washers.
  89. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque to install the cooler tube (IN) on the side cover.

    Tightening torque: 33 ± 3 N.m (29 ± 2 ft-lb)  .

    Fig 129: Installing Cooler Tube (In) On Side Cover
    G12120061Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Ensure that the cooler tube (IN) is against the stop on the side cover.
    Fig 130: Cooler Tube (In) Stop On Side Cover
    G12120062Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Ensure that the stud bolts protrude from the case as much as indicated in the table below.
    Stud bolt code 1 2
    Projection amount mm (in) 39.9 (1.57) 61.4 (2.42)
  90. Install stud bolt 1 and 2 on the transaxle case.
    Fig 131: Installing Stud Bolt On Transaxle Case
    G12120063Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  91. Install an O-ring on the baffle plate.
  92. Install the baffle plate on the converter housing. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 6.6 ± 1.0 N.m (58 ± 9 in-lb)  .

    Fig 132: Installing O-Ring On Baffle Plate
    G12120064Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  93. Install an O-ring on the pressure test port bolt.
  94. Install the pressure test port bolt on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 7.4 N.m (65 in-lb)  .

    Fig 133: Installing O-Ring On Pressure Test Port Bolt
    G12120065Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  95. Install an O-ring on the water-cooled transmission fluid cooler.
    Fig 134: Installing O-Ring On Water-Cooled Transmission Fluid Cooler
    G12120066Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  96. Install the water-cooled transmission fluid cooler on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 4.3 ± 0.6 N.m (38 ± 16 in-lb)  .

    Fig 135: Installing Water-Cooled Transmission Fluid Cooler On Transaxle Case
    G12120067Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the transmission range switch.
    • When loosely installing the switch, insert it squarely onto the manual shaft. (Do not hold the switch at an angle.)
  97. Install an transmission range switch using the following procedure.
    1. Loosely install an transmission range switch on the manual shaft.
      Fig 136: Installing Transmission Range Switch On Manual Shaft
      G12120068Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Install the manual control lever on the manual shaft. Install the spring washer and jam nut on the manual shaft. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

      Tightening torque: 22 ± 3 N.m (17 ± 2 ft-lb)  .

      Fig 137: Installing Manual Control Lever On Manual Shaft
      G12120069Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    3. Set the manual shaft to Range N.
    4. Align the hole in the transmission range switch with the hole in the shift plate. With the holes aligned, insert a pin (5 mm) or equivalent through the holes. Now, tighten the bolt to the specified torque shown in the following or in the illustration. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

      Tightening torque: 5.9 N.m (52 in-lb)  .

      Fig 138: Aligning Transmission Range Switch Hole With Shift Plate Hole
      G12120070Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
      CAUTION:
      • Never reuse the O-rings.
      • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  98. Install an O-ring on the turbine sensor.
  99. Install the turbine sensor on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 5.9 N.m (52 in-lb)  .

    Fig 139: Installing O-Ring On Turbine Sensor
    G12120071Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION:
    • Never reuse the O-rings.
    • Apply transmission fluid to the O-rings before installation.
  100. Install an O-ring on the vehicle speed sensor.
  101. Install the vehicle speed sensor on the transaxle case. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 5.9 N.m (52 in-lb)  .

    Fig 140: Installing O-Ring On Vehicle Speed Sensor
    G12120072Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    CAUTION: Measure the end play at more than two locations and obtain the average of the measurements.
  102. Install the torque converter on the transaxle. Ensure that the dimension A is to the specification.
    Dimension A mm (in) 11.6 (0.46)
    Fig 141: Measuring Dimension Of Torque Converter On Transaxle
    G12120073Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  103. Install the control cable bracket and breather hose on the transaxle. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 23 ± 3 N.m (17 ± 2 ft-lb)  .

  104. Install the oil filler tube and oil level gage on the transaxle. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 11 ± 1 N.m (97 ± 8 in-lb)  .

  105. Install the harness bracket on the transaxle. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 23 ± 3 N.m (17 ± 2 ft-lb)  .

  106. Install the corrugate clamp bracket on the transaxle. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 23 ± 3 N.m (17 ± 2 ft-lb)  .

  107. Install the roll rod adapter bracket on the transaxle. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 90 ± 10 N.m (66 ± 7 ft-lb)  .

  108. Install the transfer on the transaxle. Refer to the following specification or the exploded view for the tightening torque.

    Tightening torque: 69 ± 9 N.m (51 ± 6 ft-lb)  .