2007 Scion tC Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Automatic Transaxle Assembly: Installation

  1. INSTALL TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 
    1. Using a vernier caliper, measure dimension "A" between the transaxle fitting part of the engine and the converter fitting part of the drive plate.
      Fig 1: Measuring Dimension A Between Transaxle Fitting Part Of Engine
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    2. Set the key of the front oil pump drive gear to the top and put a mark on the housing.
      Fig 2: Setting Key Of Front Oil Pump Drive Gear
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    3. Put a mark on the torque converter clutch so that its groove can be clearly indicated.
      Fig 3: Putting Mark On Torque Converter Clutch
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    4. Match the 2 marks on the transaxle case and the torque converter clutch and fit the spline part of the input shaft to the spline part of the turbine runner.
      Fig 4: Identifying Match Marks On Transaxle Case And Torque Converter Clutch
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    5. Rotating the torque converter clutch, fit the spline part of the stator shaft with the spline part of the stator.

      HINT:

      Rotate it about 180°.

      Fig 5: Fitting Spline Part Of Stator Shaft With Spline Part Of Stator
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    6. Rotating the torque converter clutch, match the 2 marks on the case and the torque converter clutch again and fit the key of the oil pump drive gear into the key way of the torque converter clutch.
      NOTE: When rotating the torque converter clutch, do not push it with excessive force.
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