Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Main Control Cover: Installation
- Install the transmission oil drain plug.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
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NOTE: The gasket is to be reused unless damaged.
Install a new transmission fluid pan gasket if required.
- Install the transmission main control cover and the bolts.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Install the transmission main control cover studs.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Install the transmission main control cover studs.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
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NOTE: Make sure that the component terminals are not bent or damaged.
Connect the main electrical connectors and attach the wiring harness retainers.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Install the transmission main control cover studs.
Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
- Install wiring harness retainer bracket nuts to the front cover.
- Attach the wiring harness retainer.
- Install the wiring harness retainers.
- Install the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
- Fill the transmission with transmission fluid. Refer to: Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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