Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View of Upper Transmission Support to Frame Mounting Bolts
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  1. Install the transmission support to the frame.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the upper transmission support to the frame mounting bolts (1, 2).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the upper transmission support to the frame mounting bolts to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

  4. Fig 2: Identifying Lower Transmission Support to Frame Mounting Bolts
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  5. Install the lower transmission support to the frame mounting bolts.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  6. Lower the transmission onto the transmission support.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Transmission Mount To Transmission Support
    GM744176Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the transmission mount to the transmission support retaining nuts.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the transmission mount to the transmission support retaining nuts to 46 N.m (35 lb ft).

  9. Lower the vehicle.
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