Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Transaxle Mount & Bracket Nuts

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Install the transaxle mount to the transaxle mount bracket.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the transaxle mount to bracket nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the transaxle mount to bracket nuts to 59 N.m (43 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Transaxle Mount Bracket & Bolts

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Install the transaxle mount with bracket to the differential.
Install the transaxle mount bracket to differential bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the transaxle mount bracket to differential bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Jack Supports

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SLOWLY raise the rear suspension crossmember (still firmly attached to a transmission jack), to the vehicle frame rails.
Guide the transaxle mount studs into the slots in the rear crossmember.
Using ONLY HAND TOOLS, install NEW rear suspension crossmember mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the rear suspension crossmember mounting nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 4: View Of Transaxle Mount-To-Rear Crossmember Nuts

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Remove the transmission jack from the rear suspension crossmember.
Release the J 42055 from the transmission, then remove the J 42055 and transmission jack.
Install the transaxle mount to rear suspension crossmember nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the transaxle mount to rear suspension crossmember nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the rear leaf spring. Refer to Rear Transverse Spring Replacement in Rear Suspension.
Install the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable.
Tighten: Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming in Keyless Entry.