2001 Mazda Tribute ES, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Assembly Note

  1. Prepare the transaxle for assembly by proceeding with the following steps:
    1. Clean all parts (except the friction plates, seals, and intermediate/overdrive band) in solvent.
    2. Dry all parts with moisture-free regulated compressed air (do not use shop towels).
    3. Lubricate all internal parts (including friction plates) with MERCON(R) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF).
    4. Make sure the complete assortment of selective thickness parts are on hand for adjustments during assembly:
      1. Drive sprocket thrust washers.
      2. Driven sprocket thrust bearing shims.
      3. Differential case thrust bearing shims.
      4. Low/reverse clutch pressure plates.
    5. During assembly, use petroleum jelly to hold the parts in place (do not use grease).
    6. Lightly coat bolt and nut threads with automatic transaxle fluid for correct installation torque specifications.
  2. Install intermediate and overdrive band assembly into the transaxle case.
    Fig 1: Installing Intermediate And Overdrive Band Assembly
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  3. Install the No. 1 pump support thrust bearing.
    Fig 2: Installing No. 1 Pump Support Thrust Bearing
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    1. Lubricate the seal rings with MERCON(R) Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF).
      NOTE: Apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly to the pump support seals and to the pump bore in the transaxle.
  4. Install pump assembly into the case.
    Fig 3: Installing Pump Assembly
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