the end of the threads turn back 1/8 turn and, pull
the stem (Fig. 30) from the radiator tank.
INSTALLATION
(1) Push the draincock assembly body into the
tank opening until it snaps into place.
(2) Tighten the draincock stem by turning clock-
wise until it stops.
FAN MODULE
REMOVAL
There are no repairs to be made to the fan or
shroud assembly. If the fan is warped, cracked, or
otherwise damaged, it must be replaced as a assem-
bly (Fig. 31).
(1) Raise the vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove the radiator outlet hose from hose
retaining clip and remove clip from shroud.
(3) Remove lower auxiliary transmission cooler
lines from retaining clips on the fan module shroud,
if equipped.
(4) Lower the vehicle. Remove the air intake res-
onator from the throttle body and air cleaner assem-
bly.
(5) Disconnect the fans electrical connector
located on the left side of the fan module.
(6) Remove the Coolant Recovery System (CRS)
attaching screw from the upper crossmember.
(7) Remove upper grill to crossmember valence
panel.
(8) Disconnect the upper radiator mounts from the
crossmember. Remove the upper crossmember. Refer
to Group 23 Body for procedure.
(9) Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(10) Remove fan module retaining fasteners (Fig.
31).
(11) Remove upper auxiliary transmission cooler
lines from retaining clips on the fan module shroud,
if equipped.(12) Disconnect and plug the transmission line
from the radiator fitting on the lower left side.
(13) Raise vehicle on the hoist and remove the fil-
ter/drier, fan module and radiator mounting bolts
located on the lower right of the module.
(14) Lower the vehicle on hoist and remove the
upper fan module to radiator retaining clips.
(15) Remove the fan module from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install fan module assembly into attaching
clips on the radiator.
(2) Install the upper fan module to radiator
retaining clips.
(3) Raise vehicle on the hoist and install the fil-
ter/drier, fan module and radiator mounting fasten-
ers located on the lower right of the module.
(4) Lower the vehicle. Connect the transmission
line to the radiator fitting on the lower left side.
(5) Install the upper auxiliary transmission cooler
lines to the retaining clips on the fan module shroud,
if equipped.
(6) Install fan module retaining fasteners (Fig.
31). Tighten to 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.).
(7) Install the air cleaner assembly.
(8) Install the crossmember. Refer to Group 23
Body for procedure. Connect the upper radiator
mounts to the crossmember. Tighten fasteners to 12
N´m (105 in. lbs.).
(9) Install the Coolant Recovery System (CRS)
attaching screw to the upper crossmember. Tighten
to 2 N´m (18 in. lbs.).
(10) Install upper grill to crossmember valence
panel.
(11) Connect the fans to the connector located on
the left side of the fan module.
(12) Install the air intake resonator to the throttle
body and air cleaner assembly.
Fig. 30 Draincock Disassembled
Fig. 31 Fan Module
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
(13) Raise the vehicle. Install the lower auxiliary
transmission cooler lines to the retaining clips on the
fan module shroud, if equipped.
(14) Install outlet hose retainer clip to the shroud.
Install the radiator outlet hose to the retaining clip.
(15) Lower the vehicle.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
REMOVAL
(1) Drain coolant from radiator and cylinder block.
Refer to Cooling System Drain, Clean, Flush and
Refill of this section for procedure.
(2) Remove power cord plug from heater.
(3) Loosen screw in center of heater. Remove
heater assembly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Thoroughly clean core hole and heater seat.
(2) Insert heater assembly with element loop posi-
tionedupward.
(3) With heater seated, tighten center screw
securely to assure a positive seal.
(4) Fill cooling system with coolant to the proper
level, vent air, and inspect for leaks. Pressurize sys-
tem with Radiator Pressure Tool before looking for
leaks.
(5) Install power cord plug to heater.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELTSÐ2.4L
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION-ADJUST
GENERATOR AND AIR CONDITIONING
(1) Loosen lower generator pivot bolt and upper
locking nut, then loosen adjusting bolt (Fig. 32) to
remove belt tension.
CAUTION: Belt damage may occur if the following
procedure is not performed.
(2) Tighten lock nut to 21 N´m (180 in. lbs.) and
torque generator pivot bolt to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.). To
assure proper alignment of generator assembly.
Adjust belt tension by tightening the adjusting bolt
until proper belt tension is obtained. Refer to tension
specification in Belt Tension Chart.
(3) Torque lock nut to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.).
POWER STEERING PUMP
(1) From on top of the vehicle loosen locking nuts
D and F (Fig. 33).
(2) From under the vehicle loosen the pivot bolt E.
Loosen adjusting bolt G until belt can be removed.
(3) After installing a new belt, adjust belt tension
by tightening the adjusting bolt until the proper ten-sion obtained. Refer to tension specification in Belt
Tension Chart.
(4) Tighten locking nuts D and F to 54 N´m (40 ft.
lbs.).
(5) Tighten pivot bolt E to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
Fig. 32 Air Conditioning Compressor/Generator
BeltsÐ2.4L
Fig. 33 Power Steering Pump Adjustment
NSCOOLING SYSTEM 7 - 23
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
REVERSE SHIFT LEVER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove reverse shift lever E-clip.
(2) Remove the flat and wave washers.
(3) Remove the reverse shift lever from the mount-
ing stud.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the reverse shift lever onto the mount-
ing stud.
(2) Install the washers onto the mounting stud.
(3) Install the E-clip.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
TRANSAXLE
Clean the gears, bearings, shafts, synchronizers,
thrust washers, oil feeder, shift mechanism, gear
case, and bellhousing with solvent. Dry all parts
except the bearings with compressed air. Allow thebearings to either air dry or wipe them dry with
clean shop towels.
Inspect the gears, bearings, shafts and thrust
washers. Replace the bearings and cups if the rollers
are worn, chipped, cracked, flat spotted, or brin-
nelled, or if the bearing cage is damaged or distorted.
Replace the thrust washers if cracked, chipped, or
worn. Replace the gears if the teeth are chipped,
cracked, or worn thin. Inspect the synchronizers.
Replace the sleeve if worn or damaged in any way.
Replace the stop rings if the friction material is
burned, flaking off, or worn. Check the condition of
the synchro struts and springs. Replace these parts if
worn, cracked, or distorted.
SYNCHRONIZER
CLEAN
Do not attempt to clean the blocking rings in sol-
vent. The friction material will become contaminated.
Place synchronizer components in a suitable holder
and clean with solvent. Air dry.
INSPECT
Proper inspection of components involve:
²Teeth, for wear, scuffed, nicked, burred, or bro-
ken teeth
²Struts, for wear or distortion
²Springs, for distortion, cracks, or wear
If any of these conditions exist in these compo-
nents, replace as necessary.
ADJUSTMENTS
GEARSHIFT CROSSOVER CABLE
Before replacing the gearshift cables for a hard-
shifting complaint, disconnect both cables at the
transaxle. Then, from the driver's seat, manually
operate the gearshift lever through all gear ranges. If
the gearshift lever moves smoothly, the cable(s)
should NOT be replaced. If the gear lever binds
replace the cable that is causing the binding condi-
tion. If the problem still exists, check the crossover
cable adjustment (Fig. 210).
(1) Working over the left front fender, remove the
auxiliary vent from the selector shaft housing (Fig.
211).
(2) Locate the gearshift lock pin that has been
included in the new vehicle packet located in the
glove box.
(3) Place transaxle gearshift in the neutral posi-
tion.
(4) Insert lock pin (so long end is down) into same
threaded hole (Fig. 212). A hole in the selector shaft
will align with the lock pin, allowing the lock pin to
Fig. 208 Slide Hammer 3752
Fig. 209 Shift Rail Bushing Removal
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY (Continued)
be screwed into the housing. This operation locks the
selector shaft in the 3-4 neutral position.
(5) Remove gearshift knob (Fig. 213).
(6) Remove gearshift boot (Fig. 214).
(7) Remove gearshift console screws and remove
the console (Fig. 215).
(8) Loosen crossover cable adjustment screw.
(9) Verify gearshift mechanism is in the neutral
position.CAUTION: Be sure crossover bellcrank does NOT
move when tightening adjusting screw.
Fig. 210 Gearshift Mechanism
Fig. 211 Auxiliary Vent Removal
Fig. 212 Lock Pin Installation
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ADJUSTMENTS (Continued)
(10) Tighten crossover cable adjuster to 8 N´m (70
in. lbs.) (Fig. 216).CAUTION: Proper torque to the crossover cable
adjusting screw is very important.
(11) Remove lock pin from gearshift housing. Rein-
stall auxiliary vent in gear shift housing (Fig. 217).
Tighten auxiliary vent to 8 N´m (70 in. lbs.).
(12) Check for shift into first and reverse.
(13) Gearshift mechanism and cables are now
functioning properly.
(14) Install gearshift console.
(15) Install gearshift boot.
(16) Install gearshift knob.
(17) Stow gearshift lock pin in glove packet.
Fig. 213 Gearshift Knob
Fig. 214 Gearshift Boot
Fig. 215 Gearshift Console
Fig. 216 Crossover Cable Adjustment
Fig. 217 Auxiliary Vent Installation
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ADJUSTMENTS (Continued)
GEARSHIFT CROSSOVER CABLE
Before replacing the gearshift cables for a hard-
shifting complaint, disconnect both cables at the
transaxle. Then, from the driver's seat, manually
operate the gearshift lever through all gear ranges. If
the gearshift lever moves smoothly, the cable(s)
should NOT be replaced. If the gear lever binds
replace the cable that is causing the binding condi-
tion. If the problem still exists, check the crossover
cable adjustment (Fig. 218).
(1) Working over the left front fender, remove the
auxiliary vent from the selector shaft housing (Fig.
219).
(2) Locate the gearshift lock pin that has been
included in the new vehicle packet located in the
glove box.
(3) Place transaxle gearshift in the neutral posi-
tion.
(4) Insert lock pin (so long end is down) into same
threaded hole (Fig. 220). A hole in the selector shaft
will align with the lock pin, allowing the lock pin to
be screwed into the housing. This operation locks the
selector shaft in the 3-4 neutral position.
(5) Remove gearshift knob (Fig. 221).
(6) Remove gearshift boot (Fig. 222).
(7) Remove gearshift console screws and remove
the console (Fig. 223).(8) Loosen crossover cable adjustment screw.
(9) Verify gearshift mechanism is in the neutral
position.
CAUTION: Be sure crossover bellcrank does NOT
move when tightening adjusting screw.
Fig. 218 Gearshift Mechanism
Fig. 219 Auxiliary Vent Removal
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ADJUSTMENTS (Continued)
(10) Tighten crossover cable adjuster to 8 N´m (70
in. lbs.) (Fig. 224).
CAUTION: Proper torque to the crossover cable
adjusting screw is very important.
(11) Remove lock pin from gearshift housing. Rein-
stall auxiliary vent in gear shift housing (Fig. 225).
Tighten auxiliary vent to 8 N´m (70 in. lbs.).
(12) Check for shift into first and reverse.
(13) Gearshift mechanism and cables are now
functioning properly.
(14) Install gearshift console.
(15) Install gearshift boot.
(16) Install gearshift knob.(17) Stow gearshift lock pin in glove packet.
BEARING ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
The A-598 (T-750) transaxle has two bearing
adjustment procedures that must be performed if the
transaxle case or related components have been
replaced. If the intermediate shaft, and/or bearing
cups and cones have been replaced, you must per-
form the intermediate shaft preload shim adjust-
ment. If the differential case, cups or cones have
Fig. 220 Lock Pin Installation
Fig. 221 Gearshift Knob
Fig. 222 Gearshift Boot
Fig. 223 Gearshift Console
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ADJUSTMENTS (Continued)
been replaced, you must perform the differential
bearing preload shim adjustment. If the transaxle
case has been replaced, you must perform both pro-
cedures.
GENERAL RULES ON SERVICING BEARINGS
(1) Use extreme care when removing and install-
ing bearing cups and cones. Burrs or nicks on the
bearing seat will give a false end play reading while
gauging for proper shims. Improperly seated bearing
cups and cones are subject to low±mileage failure.
(2) Bearing cups and cones should be replaced if
they show signs of pitting or heat distress. If distress
is seen on either the cup or bearing rollers, both cup
and cone must be replaced.(3) Bearing preload and drag torque specifications
must be maintained to avoid premature bearing fail-
ures. Used (original) bearings may lose up to 50% of
their original drag torque after break in. All bearing
adjustments must be made with no other component
interference or gear intermesh.
(4) Replace bearings as a pair: If one differential
bearing is defective, replace both differential bear-
ings.
(5) Bearing cones must not be reused if removed.
(6) Turning torque readings should be obtained
while smoothly rotating in either direction.
INTERMEDIATE SHAFT BEARING PRELOAD
The intermediate shaft preload must be checked if
the housing, intermediate shaft, bearing plate, bear-
ings, or transaxle case are replaced.
The intermediate shaft bearing preload procedure
must be done with the transaxle out of the vehicle
and on a bench.
(1) Remove end cover (Fig. 226).
(2) Remove 5th shift fork roll pin (Fig. 227).
(3) Use Special Tool 6252 to hold 5th gear. Remove
input shaft 5th gear nut (Fig. 228).
(4) Remove 5th gear synchro snap ring (Fig. 229).
(5) Remove 5th gear synchro, synchro plate, and
fork.
(6) Remove 5th drive gear off of the input shaft
(Fig. 230).
(7) Remove bearing retainer plate (Fig. 231).
(8) Remove bearing preload shim (Fig. 232).
(9) Bolt down the bearing support plate in two
places (verify dowels are in place).
(10) Seat the intermediate bearing cup against the
bearing.
(11) Measure depth of intermediate bearing cup
with dial depth gauge (Fig. 233).
Fig. 224 Crossover Cable Adjustment
Fig. 225 Auxiliary Vent Installation
Fig. 226 End Cover Removed
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ADJUSTMENTS (Continued)