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: Removal
- Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
- Drain the coolant.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "COOLANT ")
- Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening torque:
33.3 - 43.1 Nm (3.4 - 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb.ft)
NOTE: The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with a new one. (Do not reuse it.) - Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
- Remove the wiring bracket (A)
Tightening torque:
9.8-11.8 Nm (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.2-8.7 lb.ft)
- Remove the wiring mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:
9.8-11.8 Nm (1.0-1.2 kgf.m, 7.2-8.7 lb.ft)
- Separate the ATF cooler hose (A).
- Loosen the valve body cover upper mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:
11.8 - 13.7 Nm (1.2 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb.ft)
- Disconnect the coolant hose (A).
- Remove the valve body cover (A) after loosening the lower mounting bolts.
Tightening torque:
11.8 - 13.7 Nm (1.2 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.7 - 10.1 lb.ft)
- Remove the main harness (A) after loosening the bolts.
Tightening torque:
9.8 - 11.8 N m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
- Remove the detent spring (A), then remove the valve body assembly (B) by loosening the bolts.
Tightening torque:
- 24.5 - 35.3 Nm (2.5 - 3.6 kgf.m, 18.1 - 26.0 lb.ft)
- 9.8 - 11.8 Nm (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
- Disconnect the speed sensor connector (A).
- Remove the speed sensor (A).
Tightening torque:
9.8 - 11.8 N m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
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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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