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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Transaxle Support Jack & Transaxle
    GM1240923Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Support the transaxle with a transaxle support jack.
  2. Install the transaxle by inserting the transaxle input shaft into the clutch disc and sliding the transaxle sideways into the engine block.
  3. Fig 2: Transaxle Lower Bolts
    GM1291941Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Install the transaxle lower bolts (1, 2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 55-65 N.m (41-48 lb ft).

  5. Fig 3: Rear Damping Block & Retaining Bolts
    GM1291940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the 2 rear damping block retaining bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50-60 N.m (37-44 lb ft).

  7. Fig 4: Damping Block Connection Nut, Rear Mounting Bracket & Bolts
    GM1291939Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the bracket, the 3 rear mounting bracket bolts (1), and the damping block connection nut.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the bracket bolts to 55-65 N.m (41-48 lb ft).
    • Tighten the connection nut and bolt to 75-85 N.m (55-63 lb ft).

  9. Fig 5: Transaxle Mounting Bracket & Bolts
    GM1291938Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the 3 rear transaxle mounting bracket bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 45-55 N.m (33-41 lb ft).

  11. Fig 6: Front Exhaust Pipe Nuts & Exhaust Manifold Side
    GM1291937Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the front exhaust pipe nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 25-35 N.m (18-25 lb ft).

  13. Fig 7: Clutch Housing Lower Plate & Bolts
    GM1223641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the clutch housing lower plate (2).
  15. Install the clutch housing lower plate bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 8-12 N.m (71-106 lb in).

  16. Install the drive axle. Refer to Inner Axle Shaft Replacement - Front Drive Axle .
  17. Install the front under longitudinal frames and stabilizer. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  18. Fig 8: Clutch Cable, Transaxle Mount, Wire Clip & Adjusting Nut
    GM1224509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the clutch cable to the transaxle mount (2).
  20. Install the cable to the wire clip (1).
  21. Install the clutch cable adjusting nut (3).
  22. Fig 9: Transaxle Upper Exhaust Manifold Side Bolt & Thermostat Housing Side Bolt
    GM1291935Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the transaxle upper bolts (1, 2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 55-65 N.m (41-48 lb ft).

  24. Fig 10: Exhaust System & J 28467-B
    GM1291934Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .
  26. Remove J 28467-B  (1).
  27. Fig 11: VSS Connector
    GM1240920Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Install the VSS.
  29. Install the VSS mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 4-7 N.m (35-62 lb in).

  30. Connect the VSS connector.
  31. Fig 12: Radiator Lower Hose, Bolts & CKP Sensor Bolt
    GM1240918Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  32. Install the radiator lower hose and CKP sensor.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the hose bolt to 8-15 N.m (70-132 lb in).
    • Tighten the sensor bolt (3) to 5-8 N.m (44-70 lb in).

  33. Fig 13: Ground Wire, Bolt & Backup Lamp Switch Connector
    GM1224507Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  34. Connect the ground wire (1) and the backup lamp switch connector (3).
  35. Install the engine wiring harness bending strap.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 10-16 N.m (7-12 lb ft).

  36. Fig 14: Select And Shift Cable Pin
    GM1224503Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  37. Connect the shift cables to the cable bracket.
  38. Install the cable E-rings (4).
  39. Connect the select and shift cable (3).
  40. Install the washers (2).
  41. Install the shift cable pins (1).
  42. Fig 15: Drain Plug & Oil Level Plug
    GM1223658Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  43. Install the drain plug (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the drain plug to 25-30 N.m (18-22 lb ft).

  44. Remove the oil level plug (1).
  45. Fill recommended fluid to the proper level.

    Specification: 

    • The classification is 75W-85 (GL-4).
    • The capacity is 2.1 liters (2.21 quarts).

  46. Install the oil level plug (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil level plug to 25-30 N.m (18-22 lb ft).

  47. Adjust the clutch cable.