transmission TOYOTA RAV4 1996 Service User Guide

Fig. 4: Identifying Engine Mount Crossmember, Suspension Crossmember & Bolt Tightening
Specifications (Celica 2.2L 5S-FE)
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Installation
1. Before installing transaxle, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transaxle. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter depth
should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque converter
bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transaxle. See Fig. 1.

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3. Torque converter depth should be more than .512" (13.00 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt
threads before installing. Ensure the Gray torque converter bolt is installed first before installing the
remaining torque converter bolts.
5. When installing suspension crossmember and engine mount crossmember, ensure all bolts and nuts are
installed before tightening to specification. See Fig. 4
.
6. Use NEW gaskets and NEW nuts when installing front exhaust pipe. Adjust all cables and fill with ATF.
See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Corolla)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove battery and battery tray. Remove transaxle oil dipstick.
Remove coolant reservoir tank for access to transaxle (if necessary). Disconnect throttle valve cable from
throttle body. On 1.8L (7A-FE), remove air cleaner assembly.
2. On all models, remove transaxle mount assembly and brace located on top of transaxle at driver's side end
of transaxle. Remove throttle valve cable mounting bracket and wiring harness clamp bolts from top of
transaxle. Remove upper mounting bolt from starter. Remove the 2 upper transaxle-to-cylinder block
bolts located at top of transaxle.
3. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine covers. Disconnect necessary electrical connectors and
ground cables for transaxle removal.
4. Support engine with hoist. Remove front wheels. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove axle shafts from
transaxle. See FWD AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES.
5. Support transaxle with transmission jack. Remove front exhaust pipe-to-front exhaust pipe support
bracket bolts. Remove front exhaust pipe support bracket located between front exhaust pipe and front
suspension crossmember. Front exhaust pipe is located between exhaust manifold and rear exhaust pipe.
6. Remove front exhaust pipe. Support suspension crossmember with floor jack. Suspension crossmember is
located below the engine and fits between both lower control arms. See Fig. 5
.
7. Remove grommets, engine mount crossmember and suspension crossmember. See Fig. 5
. Remove
starter. Disconnect shift cable and electrical connectors at transaxle. Disconnect oil cooler lines as
necessary.
8. Remove transaxle oil dipstick tube from transaxle. On 1.6L (4A-FE), remove bolts and stiffener plate.
Stiffener plate wraps around rear of oil pan and fits between sides of cylinder block and front of transaxle.
9. On all models, remove torque converter cover from front of transaxle. Remove torque converter bolts.
Remove remainin
g transaxle-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower transaxle from vehicle.

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Fig. 5: Identifying Engine Mount Crossmember, Suspension Crossmember & Bolt Tightening
Specifications (Corolla)
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Installation
1. Before installing transaxle, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transaxle. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter depth
should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque converter
bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transaxle. See Fig. 1
.
3. Torque converter depth on models with 1.6L (4A-FE) should be more than .906" (23.00 mm) for 1997
models or more than .528" (13.4 mm) for 1998 models. Torque converter depth on models with 1.8L (7A-
FE) should be more than .898" (22.80 mm) for 1997 models or more than .528" (13.4 mm) for 1998
models. On all models, if torque converter depth is less than specified, check for improperly seated torque
converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . On 1.8L (7A-FE), for transaxle-to-cylinder block bolt tightening specifications,
see Fig. 6
.
5. On all models, when installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt threads
before installing. Use NEW gaskets and NEW nuts when installing front exhaust pipe. Adjust all cables
and fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.

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Fig. 6: Identifying Transaxle-To-Cylinder Block Bolt Tightening Specifications (Corolla 1.8L 7A-FE)
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Removal (Land Cruiser 1997)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove battery and battery tray. Remove fan shroud bolts from top of
radiator to prevent damage to cooling fan.
2. Remove throttle valve cable from mounting bracket and throttle linkage. Remove upper starter bolt.
Disconnect transfer case shift linkage at transfer case. Disconnect transmission shift linkage at control rod
on transmission. Remove knob from transfer case shift lever.
3. Remove screws from each side of center console located around transmission and transfer case shift
levers. Remove center console. Remove shift boot from transfer case shift lever.
4. Remove bolts and center console box located between the seats. Disconnect electrical connectors at

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transmission shift lever assembly for removal of transmission shift lever assembly.
5. Remove bolts and transmission shift lever assembly from top of transmission. Remove bolts, transfer case
shift lever assembly and cushions. Cushions are located between transfer case shift lever assembly and
the transfer case.
6. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect necessary electrical connectors and hoses for transmission and
transfer case removal. Place reference marks on drive shaft flanges for reassembly reference. Remove
bolts and all drive shafts.
7. Remove transmission oil dipstick, dipstick tube and "O" ring. Loosen oil cooler lines at side of
transmission. Remove stabilizer bar-to-frame mounting bracket bolts at each end of stabilizer bar.
Remove lower engine cover.
8. Remove plug on front of transmission for access to torque converter bolts. Remove torque converter
bolts. Remove support brackets and front exhaust pipe with front catalytic converter and gasket. Front
exhaust pipe fits between exhaust manifolds and rear catalytic converter and exhaust pipe.
9. Remove starter. Support transmission with transmission jack. Remove transmission crossmember located
below the transmission. Lower rear of transmission. Separate wiring harness from transmission and
transfer case.
10. Remove oil cooler line mounting bolts from torque converter housing. Disconnect oil cooler lines from
side of transmission. Remove transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower transmission with transfer case
from vehicle.
Installation
1. Before installing transmission, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transmission. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter
depth should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque
converter bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transmission. See Fig. 1
.
3. Torque converter depth should be more than .618" (15.70 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS . When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt
threads before installing. Ensure the Gray torque converter bolt is installed first before installing the
remaining torque converter bolts.
5. Use NEW gaskets and NEW nuts when installing front exhaust pipe. Adjust all cables, shift linkages and
fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Land Cruiser 1998)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove battery and battery tray. Remove serpentine belt, fan and fan CAUTION: When lowering rear of transmission, use care not to damage cooling
fan, brake booster and brake line.

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clutch, fan shroud and radiator. Remove transmission dipstick. Remove dipstick tube upper bolt.
Disconnect 2 bleeder hoses.
2. Remove knob from transfer case shift lever. Remove upper console panel. Remove 4 boots to transfer
shift lever boot and remove shift lever boot. Raise and support vehicle. Remove 2 lower engine covers.
Remove exhaust pipes as necessary. Place reference marks on drive shaft flanges for reassembly
reference. Remove bolts and all drive shafts.
3. Remove dipstick tube lower bolt. Remove dipstick tube and "O" ring. Remove nut and plate washer, and
disconnect transmission shift control rod. Remove clip, plate washer and collar, and disconnect transfer
shift lever rod assembly. Disconnect all necessary electrical connectors for transmission and transfer case
removal. Remove 2 bolts and cover from front of transmission for access to torque converter bolts.
Remove torque converter bolts. Remove oil cooler pipe union nuts and pipe bracket bolt from
transmission.
4. Support transmission with transmission jack. Remove 8 bolts and 2 nuts from crossmember and remove
crossmember. Lower rear of transmission. Remove transmission wire clamp bolt. Remove 10
transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower transmission with transfer case from vehicle.
Installation
1. Before installing transmission, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transmission. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter
depth should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque
converter bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transmission. See Fig. 1
.
3. Torque converter depth should be more than .673" (17.10 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt
threads before installing. Ensure the Green torque converter bolt is installed first before installing the
remaining torque converter bolts.
5. Install NEW "O" ring on dipstick tube. Use NEW gaskets and NEW nuts when installing front exhaust
pipe. Fill cooling system and check for leaks. Adjust shift linkages and fill with ATF. See appropriate
TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Paseo)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove transaxle oil dipstick. Disconnect throttle valve cable from
throttle body. Remove air cleaner assembly along with air intake duct to air cleaner.
2. Remove upper bolt from starter. Remove the 2 upper transaxle-to-cylinder block bolts located at top of
transaxle. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine covers.
3. Support engine with hoist. Remove front wheels. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove axle shafts from
transaxle. See FWD AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES.
4. Disconnect necessary electrical connectors, ground cables, speedometer cable, control cables and oil
cooler lines for transaxle removal. Remove the 2 vertical bottom bolts from front (radiator side) transaxle
mount.

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5. Remove intake manifold brace for access to starter. Remove starter. Support transaxle with transmission
jack.
6. Remove stabilizer bar and mounts for access to transaxle (if necessary). Remove transaxle bracket-to-rear
(firewall side) transaxle mount assembly. Remove rear (firewall side) engine mount assembly (if
necessary) for transaxle removal.
7. Remove plug from front of transaxle for access to torque converter bolts. Remove torque converter bolts.
Remove remaining transaxle-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower transaxle from vehicle.
Installation
1. Before installing transaxle, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transaxle. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter depth
should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque converter
bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transaxle. See Fig. 1
.
3. Torque converter depth should be more than .528" (13.40 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS Tighten transaxle-to-cylinder block bolts to specification as indicated, see Fig. 7 .
5. When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt threads before installing.
Ensure the Gray torque converter bolt is installed first (if equipped) before installing the remaining torque
converter bolts. Adjust all cables and fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING
article.

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Fig. 7: Identifying Transaxle-To-Cylinder Block Bolt Tightening Specifications (Paseo)
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Removal (Previa)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove transmission oil dipstick. Disconnect throttle valve cable from
throttle body. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove transmission oil dipstick tube and "O" ring. Place reference marks flanges on drive shaft(s) for
reassembl
y reference. Remove drive shaft(s). Disconnect shift cable and necessary electrical connectors

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for transmission removal.
3. Remove starter. On 4WD models, remove front drive shaft bracket. This is the bracket that the front drive
shaft center bearing assembly was bolted on.
4. On 2WD models, remove lower stiffener plate located between side of cylinder block and front of
transmission. On 4WD models, remove transmission-to-cylinder block through-bolt located near bottom
of transmission.
5. On all models, remove upper stiffener plate located just above the starter opening. Upper stiffener plate
fits between cylinder block and front of transmission. Remove torque converter bolts.
6. Remove transmission oil cooler pipes and brackets as necessary. Remove exhaust pipe support bracket
located between transmission and exhaust pipe. Support transmission with transmission jack.
7. Remove bolts/nuts from rear transmission mount. Remove transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower
transmission from vehicle.
Installation
1. Before installing transmission, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked right next to the starter ring gear on the drive plate. Replace drive plate if runout
exceeds .0079" (.200 mm).
2. Install torque converter on transmission. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, torque converter
depth should be checked. Using straightedge and caliper, measure torque converter depth from torque
converter bolt lug on torque converter to the surface on transmission. See Fig. 1
.
3. Torque converter depth should be more than 1.250" (31.75 mm). If torque converter depth is less than
specified, check for improperly seated torque converter.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts/nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS When installing torque converter bolts, apply Loctite to torque converter bolt
threads before installing. Adjust all cables and fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION
SERVICING article.
Removal (RAV4 2WD)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect throttle valve cable from throttle body. Remove coolant
reservoir tank. Remover air cleaner assembly. Remove ground cable.
2. Remove starter. Remove the 3 upper transaxle-to-cylinder block bolts located at top of transaxle. Raise
and support vehicle. Remove lower engine covers.
3. Support engine with hoist. Steering gear assembly must be supported in place during transaxle removal.
Secure steering gear assembly to the engine hoist using an attaching strap placed at each end of steering
gear assembly.
4. Remove transaxle-to-mount bolts/nuts from top of transaxle at driver's side end of transaxle.
5. Remove front wheels. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove axle shafts from transaxle. See FWD AXLE
SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES.
6. Remove front exhaust pipe located between exhaust manifold and rear exhaust pipe. Support transaxle
with transmission jack. Disconnect shift cable, necessary electrical connectors and oil cooler hoses at
transaxle.
7. Remove shift cable brackets from suspension crossmember. Suspension crossmember is located below

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