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(52) Using Tool L4407A, and button 6055, remove
output gear from shaft (Fig. 70).(53) Remove output gear bearing shim (select)
(Fig. 71).
(54) Using setup as shown in (Fig. 72), remove
output gear bearing cone.
Fig. 69 Output Gear Bolt and Washer
1 - OUTPUT GEAR
2 - BOLT
3 - CONED LOCK WASHER
Fig. 70 Remove Output Gear
1 - OUTPUT GEAR
2 - BUTTON TOOL 6055
3 - WRENCHES
4 - TOOL L4407A
5 - BOLTS TOOL L4407±6
Fig. 71 Output Gear and (Select) Shim
1 - REAR CARRIER ASSEMBLY
2 - SHIM (SELECT)
3 - OUTPUT GEAR
Fig. 72 Remove Bearing Cone
1 - TOOL 5048 WITH JAWS 5048±5 AND BUTTON L-4539±2
2 - WRENCHES
3 - OUTPUT GEAR
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(15) Install the output gear and bearing assembly
using Tool 6261 (Fig. 105).
(16) Install NEW output gear retaining bolt and
washer (Fig. 106). Using Tool 6259, torque output
gear retaining bolt to 271 N´m (200 ft. lbs.) (Fig.
107).(17) Using an inch pound torque wrench (Fig.
108), check output shaft turning torque.Output
shaft turning torque should be within 3-8 in.
lbs.If the turning torque is too high, install a 0.04
mm (0.0016 in.) thicker shim. If the turning torque is
too low, install a 0.04 mm (0.0016 in.) thinner shim.
Repeat until the proper turning torque of 3-8 in. lbs.
is obtained.
Fig. 105 Install Output Gear
1 - WRENCHES
2 - TOOL 6261 WITH STUD
3 - OUTPUT GEAR
Fig. 106 Output Gear Bolt and Washer
1 - OUTPUT GEAR
2 - BOLT
3 - CONED LOCK WASHER
Fig. 107 Tighten Output Gear to 271 N²m (200 ft.
lbs.)
1 - OUTPUT GEAR
2 - TORQUE WRENCH
3 - 200 FT. LBS.
4 - TOOL 6259
Fig. 108 Check Output Gear Bearings Turning
Torque
1 - INCH-POUND TORQUE WRENCH
2 - OUTPUT GEAR
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(18) Install output gear stirrup with serrated side
out (Fig. 109).
(19) Install retaining strap.
(20) Install strap bolts but do not tighten at this
time (Fig. 110).(21) Rotate stirrup clockwise against flats of
retaining bolt (Fig. 111).
(22) Torque stirrup strap bolts to 23 N´m (200 in.
lbs.) (Fig. 112).
Fig. 109 Install Stirrup
1 - STIRRUP
2 - OUTPUT GEAR RETAINING BOLT
Fig. 110 Install Strap Bolts
1 - RETAINING STRAP
2 - STIRRUP
3 - RETAINING STRAP BOLTS
Fig. 111 Turn Stirrup Clockwise Against Bolt Flats
1 - RETAINING STRAP
2 - STIRRUP
Fig. 112 Tighten Stirrup Strap Bolts To 23 N´m
(200 in. lbs.)
1 - RETAINING STRAP
2 - STIRRUP
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(63) Install valve body to transaxle (Fig. 158).
Rotate manual valve shaft fully clockwise to ease
installation. Make sure park rod rollers are posi-
tioned within park guide bracket.
(64) Install and torque valve body-to-case bolts to
12 N´m (105 in. lbs.) (Fig. 159).
Fig. 156 Accumulator (Overdrive)
1 - ACCUMULATOR PISTON (OVERDRIVE)
2 - RETURN SPRING
3 - SEAL RING
4 - SEAL RING
Fig. 157 Install Underdrive and Overdrive
Accumulators
1 - RETURN SPRING
2 - UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH ACCUMULATOR
3 - SEAL RING (2)
4 - OVERDRIVE CLUTCH ACCUMULATOR
Fig. 158 Install Valve Body
1 - VALVE BODY
Fig. 159 Install Valve Body-to-Case Bolts
1 - VALVE BODY ATTACHING BOLTS (18)
2 - VALVE BODY
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INSTALLATION
NOTE: If transaxle assembly has been replaced or
overhauled (clutch and/or seal replacement), it is
necessary to perfrom the TCM Quick Learn proce-
dure. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CON-
TROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL
MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
NOTE: If torque converter assembly has been
replaced, it is necessary to reset the TCC Break-In
Strategy. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
CONTROL MODULES/TRANSMISSION CONTROL
MODULE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(1) Using a transmission jack and a helper, posi-
tion transaxle assembly to engine. Install and torque
bolts to 95 N´m (70 ft. lbs.).
(2) Install upper mount assembly to transaxle and
torque bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 164).
(3) Raise engine/transaxle assembly into position.
Install and torque upper mount-to-bracket thru-bolt
to 75 N´m (55 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 164).
(4) Remove transmission jack and screw jack.
(5) Secure left wheelhouse splash shield.
(6) Install torque converter-to-drive plate bolts and
torque to 88 N´m (65 ft. lbs.)
(7) Install inspection cover.(8) Install lateral bending brace.
(9) Install starter motor.
(10) Install front mount/bracket assembly.
(11) Install rear mount and bracket assembly into
position (Fig. 165).
(12) Install and torque rear mount bolts to 54 N´m
(40 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 166).
(13) Lower vehicle.
(14) Install and torque rear mount bracket-to-tran-
saxle vertical bolts (Fig. 165) to 102 N´m (75 ft. lbs.).
(15) Raise vehicle.
(16) Install rear mount bracket-to-transaxle hori-
zontal bolt (Fig. 165) and torque to 102 N´m (75 ft.
lbs.).
(17) Install rear mount thru-bolt and torque to 54
N´m (40 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 166).
(18) Install rear mount heat shield (Fig. 167).
(19) AWD models: Install power transfer unit.
(Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/
POWER TRANSFER UNIT - INSTALLATION)
(20) Install cradle plate.
(21) Install exhaust pipe to manifold (Fig. 168).
(22) Install left and right halfshaft assemblies.
(Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/HALF
SHAFT - INSTALLATION)
(23) Install front wheel/tire assemblies.
(24) Lower vehicle.
(25) Install transaxle upper bellhousing-to-block
bolts and torque to 95 N´m (70 ft. lbs.).
(26) Install wiper module assembly. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER MOD-
ULE - INSTALLATION)
(27) Connect crank position sensor (if equipped).
(28) Connect gearshift cable to upper mount
bracket and transaxle manual valve lever (Fig. 169).
(29) Connect solenoid/pressure switch assembly
(Fig. 170).
(30) Connect transmission range sensor connector
(Fig. 170).
(31) Connect input and output speed sensor con-
nectors (Fig. 170).
(32) Remove plugs and install transaxle oil cooler
line service splice kit. Refer to instructions included
with kit.
(33) Remove plug and Install fluid level indicator/
tube assembly.
(34) Install coolant recovery bottle (Fig. 171).
(35) Install battery shield.
(36) Connect battery cables.
(37) Fill transaxle with suitable amount of ATF+4
(Automatic Transmission FluidÐType 9602). (Refer
to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC
- 41TE/FLUID - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Fig. 164 Left Mount to Bracket and Transaxle
1 - BOLT - BRACKET TO FRAME RAIL 68 N´m (50 ft. lbs.)
2 - BOLT - MOUNT TO RAIL THRU 75 N´m (55 ft. lbs.)
3 - BOLT - LEFT MOUNT TO TRANSAXLE 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
4 - TRANSAXLE
5 - MOUNT - LEFT
6 - BRACKET - LEFT MOUNT
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Reverse Block (Shift to Reverse w/Speed Over 8 Mph)
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OPERATION
The function of an accumulator is to cushion the
application of a frictional clutch element. When pres-
surized fluid is applied to a clutch circuit, the appli-
cation force is dampened by fluid collecting in the
respective accumulator chamber against the piston
and spring(s). The intended result is a smooth, firm
clutch application.
AUTOSTICK SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
Autostick is a driver-interactive transaxle feature
that offers manual gear shifting capability. The con-
trol switch is part of the transaxle gear shift lever as
shown in (Fig. 175). It can only be serviced by replac-
ing the gearshift lever assembly. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/COLUMN/GEAR SHIFT LEVER -
REMOVAL)
OPERATION
When the shift lever is moved into the Autostick
position (as indicated by the Shift Lever Position
Indicator in the cluster), the transaxle remains in
whatever gear it was using before Autostick was acti-
vated. The TCM sends a 5 volt signal through the
switch and then monitors the signal for voltage drop.
Each switch state (driver command) results in a spe-
cific voltage reading sensed by the TCM. The TCM
then determines transaxle operation (upshift/down-
shift/OD Lockout) based on their corresponding volt-
age. Refer to the following chart for corresponding
switch states and voltage readings:
Switch State Voltage Reading
Autostick DOWN
depressed0.3V-1.6V
Autostick UP depressed 1.6V-2.8V
Overdrive OFF9Lockout9
depressed2.8V-3.8V
All switches open 3.8V-4.8V
-Voltage values <.3V and >4.8V are considered
INVALID and will result in a DTC
Moving the switch up causes an upshift and mov-
ing the switch down causes a downshift. The instru-
ment cluster will illuminate the selected gear. The
vehicle can be launched in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd gear while
in the Autostick mode. The speed control is operable
Fig. 173 Low/Reverse Accumulator Assembly
1 - ACCUMULATOR PISTON
2 - SEAL RINGS
3 - RETURN SPRINGS
4 - (NOTE NOTCH)
Fig. 174 2/4 Accumulator Assembly
1 - VALVE BODY
2 - RETAINER PLATE
3 - DETENT SPRING
4 - SPRINGS
5 - SEALS
6 - PISTON
Fig. 175 Autostick Switch Location (if equipped)
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ASSEMBLY
(1) Assemble oil pump as shown in (Fig. 300)
(2) Install and torque reaction shaft support-to-oil
pump housing bolts to 28 N´m (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
PLANETARY GEARTRAIN
DESCRIPTION
The planetary geartrain is located between the
input clutch assembly and the rear of the transaxle
case. The planetary geartrain consists of two sun
gears, two planetary carriers, two annulus (ring)
gears, and one output shaft (Fig. 301).
OPERATION
The planetary geartrain utilizes two planetary gear
sets that connect the transmission input shaft to the
output shaft. Input and holding clutches drive or lock
different planetary members to change output ratio
or direction.
SEAL - OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove transaxle from vehicle (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 41TE
- REMOVAL).
(2) Using Tool C-3981-B, remove oil pump seal
(Fig. 302).
Fig. 299 Measure Outer Gear to Pocket
1 - OUTER GEAR
2 - POCKET
Fig. 300 Oil Pump Assembly
1 - PUMP HOUSING
2 - OUTER PUMP GEAR
3 - INNER PUMP GEAR
4 - REACTION SHAFT SUPPORT
5 - SEAL RINGS (4)
6 - REACTION SHAFT
7 - CRESCENT
Fig. 301 Planetary Geartrain
1 - FRONT SUN GEAR ASSEMBLY
2 - #6 THRUST BEARING
3 - #7 THRUST BEARING
4 - REAR CARRIER FRONT ANNULUS ASSEMBLY
5 - REAR SUN GEAR
6 - FRONT CARRIER REAR ANNULUS ASSEMBLY
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OIL PUMP (Continued)