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
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Inject the automatic transaxle fluid and inspect the fluid level.
(Refer to Hydraulic System - "Β AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF)Β ")Β
CAUTION:- After ATF level check or exchange be sure to remove residual ATF on transaxle case.
(Be especially sure to remove residual ATF between automatic transaxle case and valve body cover)
- After installing the valve body cover, make sure to check the oil leakage at the connection area with the engine ON.
- After ATF level check or exchange be sure to remove residual ATF on transaxle case.
- Fill the engine and transaxle system coolant.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Β ENGINE COOLANTΒ ")Β
- Add coolant on the hybrid motor cooling system and perform air bleeding job using diagnostic tool.
(Refer to Hybrid Motor System - "Β COOLANTΒ ")Β
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
