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
- Install in the reverse order of removal.NOTE:
- Do not reuse the drain plug gasket and the valve body cover gasket, oil cooler tube washer.
- Perform the procedures below after installing
- Refill the automatic transaxle with fluid.
(Refer to Fluid .)
- Refill the engine & transaxle cooling system with coolant.
(Refer to Coolant .)
- Refill the hybrid motor cooling system with coolant and then perform the air bleeding using the GDS.
(Refer to Coolant .)
- Reset the automatic transaxle adaptive values using the GDS.
- Confirm the coolant leak or fluid leak from the hose connections part in state of engine start.
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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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