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.
Repair Procedures: Installation
- Installation is the reverse of removal.CAUTION: After replacement or reinstallation procedure of the valve body assembly, must perform procedures below.
- Continue to apply liquid gasket at application points at the valve body cover with Ø2.5 mm (0.0984 in.) thickness.
Liquid gasket Part name:
Threebond 1281B or LOCTITE FMD-546
- Adding automatic transaxle fluid. (Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM .)
- Continue to apply liquid gasket at application points at the valve body cover with Ø2.5 mm (0.0984 in.) thickness.
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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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