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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
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INSPECTION
Installation and Inspection of Torque Converter
After inserting a torque converter to a A/T, be sure to check dis-
tance “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
INSTALLATION
Install the removed parts in the reverse order of the removal, while paying attention to the following work.
When installing A/T assembly to the engine assembly, attach the fixing bolts in accordance with the follow-
ing standard.
VQ35DE models
VK45DE models
*: No.2 bolt also secures A/T fluid charging pipe.
Align the positions of tightening bolts for drive plate with those of
the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the bolts. Then,
tighten the bolts with the specified torque. Refer to AT- 2 7 4 ,
"COMPONENTS" .
CAUTION:
When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from
the front of the engine.
When tightening the tightening bolts for the torque con-
verter after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, be sure to
confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley
mounting bolts. Refer to EM-74, "
INSTALLATION" (for
VQ35DE engine), EM-208, "
INSTALLATION" (for VK45DE
engine).
After converter is installed to drive plate, rotate crankshaft several turns and check to be sure that
A/T rotates freely without binding.Distance “A”
VQ35DE models: 25.0 mm (0.98 in) or more
VK45DE models: 22.0 mm (0.87 in) or more
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Bolt No. 1234
Number of bolts 1 5 2 2
Bolt length
“ ”mm (in)55 (2.17) 65 (2.56) 65 (2.56) 35 (1.38)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)75
(7.7, 55)55
(5.6, 41)47
(4.8, 35)
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Bolt No. 1 2* 3
Number of bolts 5 1 4
Bolt length
“ ”mm (in)70 (2.76) 70 (2.76) 65 (2.56)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)11 3
(12, 83)74
(7.5, 55)
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
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INSPECTION
Installation and Inspection of Torque Converter
After inserting a torque converter to a A/T, be sure to check dis-
tance “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
INSTALLATION
Install the removed parts in the reverse order of the removal, while paying attention to the following work.
When installing A/T assembly to the engine assembly, attach the
fixing bolts in accordance with the following standard.
Align the positions of tightening bolts for drive plate with those of
the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the bolts. Then,
tighten the bolts with the specified torque. Refer to AT- 2 7 8 ,
"COMPONENTS" .
CAUTION:
When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from
the front of the engine.
When tightening the tightening bolts for the torque con-
verter after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, be sure to
confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley
mounting bolts. Refer to EM-74, "
INSTALLATION" .
After converter is installed to drive plate, rotate crankshaft
several turns and check to be sure that A/T rotates freely without binding.
Install crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to EM-38, "Removal and Installation (AWD Models)" .
After completing installation, check A/T fluid leakage, A/T fluid level and A/T position. Refer to AT- 1 3 ,
"Checking A/T Fluid" , AT- 2 2 8 , "Checking of A/T Position" . Distance “A”: 25.0 mm (0.98 in) or more
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Bolt No. 1 2 3 4
Number of bolts 1 5 2 1
Bolt length
“ ”mm (in)55 (2.17) 65 (2.56) 35 (1.38) 40 (1.57)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)75
(7.7, 55)47
(4.8, 35)34
(3.5, 25)
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DISASSEMBLY
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DISASSEMBLYPFP:31020
DisassemblyNCS001R3
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble parts behind Drum Support. Refer to AT- 1 7 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Mod-
els for 2WD)" , AT- 1 8 , "Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" , AT- 1 9 , "Cross-Sectional
View (AWD Models)" .
1. Drain ATF through drain plug.
2. Remove torque converter by holding it firmly and turing while
pulling straight out.
3. Check torque converter one-way clutch using a check tool as
shown at figure.
a. Insert a check tool into the groove of bearing support built into
one-way clutch outer race.
b. When fixing bearing support with a check tool, rotate one-way
clutch spline using a screwdriver.
c. Make sure that inner race rotates clockwise only. If not, replace
torque converter assembly.
4. Remove tightening bolts (1) for converter housing and transmis-
sion case.
: Bolt (8)
Self-sealing bolts (2)
5. Remove converter housing from transmission case.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch converter housing.
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AT-310
DISASSEMBLY
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42. Remove A/T assembly harness connector from control valve
with TCM using a flat-bladed screwdriver.
43. Disconnect TCM connector and park/neutral position switch
connector.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage connectors.
44. Remove one of the following parts.
Rear extension assembly (VQ35DE models for 2WD)
Output shaft & companion flange complement (VK45DE models for 2WD)
Adapter case assembly (AWD models)
a.VQ35DE models for 2WD
i. Remove tightening bolts for rear extension assembly and trans-
mission case.
ii. Tap rear extension assembly with a soft hammer.
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DISASSEMBLY
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66. Remove return spring from servo assembly.
67. Remove O-rings from servo assembly.
68. Remove one of the following parts.
Rear extension assembly (VQ35DE models for 2WD)
Adapter case assembly (AWD models)
Output shaft & companion flange complement (VK45DE models for 2WD)
a.VQ35DE models
i. Remove needle bearing (1) from rear extension (2WD models)
or adapter case (AWD models).
ii. Remove parking actuator support from rear extension (2WD
models) or adapter case (AWD models).
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AT-322
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS
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REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTSPFP:00000
Oil PumpNCS001R4
COMPONENTS
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove oil pump housing from oil pump cover.
2. Remove oil pump housing oil seal using a flat-bladed screw-
driver.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch oil pump housing.
1. O-ring 2. Oil pump cover 3. O-ring
4. Oil pump housing 5. Oil pump housing oil seal
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3. Remove O-ring from oil pump housing.
4. Remove O-ring from oil pump cover.
ASSEMBLY
1. Install O-ring to oil pump cover.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse O-ring.
Apply ATF to O-ring.
2. Install O-ring to oil pump housing.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse O-ring.
Apply ATF to O-ring.
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AT-324
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS
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3. Using the drift, install oil pump housing oil seal to the oil pump
housing until it is flush.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse oil seal.
Apply ATF to oil seal.
4. Install oil pump housing to oil pump cover.
5. Tighten bolts to the specified torque in numerical order shown in
the figure after temporarily tightening them. Refer to AT- 3 2 2 ,
"COMPONENTS" .
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