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pipe. Drain transaxle fluid. Remove axle shafts from transaxle. See FWD AXLE SHAFTS article in
DRIVE AXLES.
6. Remove rear (firewall side) engine mount-to-lower frame assembly bolts/nuts. Remove transaxle mount-
to-transaxle bolts at driver's side end of transaxle.
7. Remove stabilizer bar mount bracket-to-lower frame assembly bolts. Remove steering gear assembly-to-
lower frame assembly bolts/nuts. Support lower frame assembly with floor jack. Lower frame assembly is
located below the engine and transaxle.
8. Remove bolts for each fender liner from lower frame assembly. Remove lower frame assembly mounting
brackets. Lower frame assembly mounting brackets are located on the front and rear of lower frame
assembly attaching the lower frame assembly to the body. Remove lower frame assembly.
9. Support transaxle with transmission jack. Remove torque converter cover from front of transaxle.
Remove torque converter bolts. Remove exhaust manifold support brace from rear of exhaust manifold.
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 .539" (13.70 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 Black torque converter bolt is installed first before installing the
remaining torque converter bolts.
5. Use NEW gaskets when installing front exhaust pipe. Adjust all cables and fill with ATF. See appropriate
TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Celica 1.8L 7A-FE)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove transaxle oil dipstick and battery. Disconnect throttle cable
valve from throttle body. Remover air cleaner assembly. Remove transaxle-to-mount nut from top of
transaxle at driver's side end of transaxle.
2. 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. Remove transaxle oil dipstick tube and "O" ring from transaxle. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower
engine covers. Disconnect necessary electrical connectors and ground cables for transaxle removal.
Disconnect oil cooler lines for transaxle.
4. 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
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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
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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
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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
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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 .539" (13.70 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 Black 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 and fill with ATF.
See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Supra)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove transmission oil dipstick, dipstick tube and "O" ring.
Disconnect throttle valve cable from throttle body.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine cover. Remove exhaust pipes and heat insulators as
necessary for access to transmission. Remove floor crossmember brace located between each side of the
body and is directly below the drive shaft.
3. Place reference marks drive shaft flanges for reassembly reference. Remove drive shaft. Disconnect
necessary electrical connectors and oil cooler pipes for transmission removal. Remove shift control rod
located between gearshift and the shift lever on side of transmission.
4. Remove starter. On Turbo models, remove intercooler pipe located below the radiator. On all models,
support transmission with transmission jack. Remove transmission crossmember located below the
transmission. Remove torque converter bolts. 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 transaxle. To ensure torque converter is fully seated, place straightedge on
torque converter bolt mounting lugs on torque converter with straightedge extending out over cylinder
block mounting surface on transmission.
3. Using feeler gauge, measure distance between straightedge and cylinder block mounting surface on
transmission. The distance should be less than .0040" (.100 mm). If distance is more than specified, check CAUTION: When removing drive shaft, DO NOT remove the bolts that hold the
drive shaft on the flange. Remove only the bolts that fasten the
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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 shift linkage and fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION
SERVICING article.
Removal (Tacoma 2WD 2.4L 4-Cyl.)
1. Manufacturer recommends removing engine and transmission as an assembly and then remove
transmission from engine. See 2.4L & 2.7L 4-CYLINDER article in ENGINES for engine removal.
2. With engine and transmission removed, remove starter. Remove bolts and stiffener plates. Stiffener plate
fits between each side of cylinder block and front of transmission.
3. Remove torque converter cover from front of transmission. Remove torque converter bolts. Remove
transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Separate transmission from engine.
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. Once engine and transmission are installed, adjust all cables and fill with ATF.
See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Tacoma 2WD 2.7L 4-Cyl. & 3.4L V6)
1. Manufacturer recommends removing engine and transmission as an assembly and then remove
transmission from engine. See 2.4L & 2.7L 4-CYLINDER article or 3.4L V6 article in ENGINES for
engine removal.
2. With engine and transmission removed, remove transmission oil dipstick, dipstick tube and "O" ring.
Remove oil cooler pipes and brackets from engine and transmission. Disconnect necessary wiring
connectors from transmission.
3. Remove torque converter cover from front of transmission. Remove torque converter bolts. Remove
transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Separate transmission from engine.
Installation
1. Before installing transaxle, use dial indicator to check drive plate runout. Drive plate runout should be
checked ri
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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 .707" (17.95 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. Once engine and transmission are installed, adjust all cables and fill with ATF. See appropriate
TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (Tacoma 4WD)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove transmission oil dipstick. Disconnect throttle valve cable from
throttle body.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine cover. Remove fan shroud from radiator. Remove rear
console box, located between the seats. Remove screws from front console, located near transfer case and
transmission shift levers.
3. Remove front console with transfer case shift lever knob. Disconnect electrical connectors for removal of
transmission shift lever assembly. Disconnect shift linkage at transmission shift lever assembly. Remove
transmission shift lever assembly.
4. Remove snap ring and transfer case shift lever from transfer case. Remove transmission oil dipstick tube
and "O" ring. Place reference marks on drive shaft flanges for reassembly reference. Remove drive shafts.
5. Remove exhaust pipes as necessary for access to transmission and transfer case. Disconnect speedometer
cable and necessary electrical connectors for transmission and transfer case removal. Remove
transmission oil cooler pipes and brackets as necessary.
6. Remove starter and stabilizer bar. Remove torque converter cover from front of transmission. Remove
torque converter bolts. Front differential assembly rear mount must be removed for transmission removal.
Rear mount is located on front differential assembly, just behind the drive shaft flange.
7. Support front differential assembly with jack. Remove front differential assembly rear mount-to-
crossmember nut. Slightly raise front differential assembly. Remove the 2 front differential assembly rear
mount bolts.
8. Support transmission with transmission jack. Remove transmission mount-to-transmission crossmember
bolts. Remove transmission crossmember, located below transmission and transfer case. 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 full
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2. With engine and transmission removed, remove starter if not previously removed. Remove torque
converter cover from front of transmission. Remove torque converter bolts. Remove transmission-to-
cylinder block bolts. Separate transmission from engine.
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 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) for 2.7L 4-cylinder or .707" (17.95 mm)
for 3.4L V6. 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.
5. Once engine and transmission are installed, adjust all cables and fill with ATF. See appropriate
TRANSMISSION SERVICING article.
Removal (T100 4WD)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove knob from transfer case shift lever. Remove screws and boot
from transfer case shift lever. Remove snap ring and transfer case shift lever from transfer case.
2. Disconnect throttle valve cable from throttle body. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine
cover. Remove transmission oil dipstick, dipstick tube and "O" ring.
3. Place reference marks on drive shaft flanges for reassembly reference. Remove drive shafts. Remove
front exhaust pipe located between exhaust manifold and catalytic converter.
4. Disconnect speedometer cable and necessary electrical connectors for transmission and transfer case
removal. Disconnect shift linkage at side of transmission. Remove shift linkage cross shaft located
between frame and shift lever on transmission.
5. Remove starter. Remove transmission oil cooler pipes and brackets as necessary. Remove stiffener plates
located on each side of cylinder block. Stiffener plate fits between side of cylinder block and front of
transmission.
6. Remove stabilizer bar. Support transmission with floor jack. Remove bolts and dynamic damper
transmission crossmember. Dynamic damper is located on driver's side of transmission crossmember,
next to transmission mount bolts and is fastened to bottom of transmission crossmember using 2 bolts.
7. Remove transmission mount-to-transmission crossmember bolts. Remove transmission crossmember
located below transmission and transfer case.
8. Remove torque converter cover from front of transmission. Remove torque converter bolts. Remove
transmission-to-cylinder block bolts. Lower transmission with transfer case from vehicle.
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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 .707" (17.95 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.
5. Apply grease to transfer case shift lever before installing. Use NEW gasket when installing front exhaust
pipe. Adjust all cables, shift linkages and fill with ATF. See appropriate TRANSMISSION SERVICING
article.
Removal (4Runner 2WD)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove transmission oil dipstick, dipstick tube and "O" ring.
Disconnect throttle valve cable from throttle body.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Remove lower engine cover. Disconnect shift linkage for transmission at
gearshift. Remove front exhaust pipe, located between exhaust manifold and catalytic converter on rear
exhaust pipe.
3. Place reference marks on drive shaft flange for reassembly reference. Remove drive shaft. Disconnect
necessary electrical connectors for transmission removal. Remove transmission oil cooler pipes and
brackets as necessary.
4. Support transmission with floor jack. Remove transmission crossmember, located below transmission.
Remove starter.
5. Remove cover from front of transmission for access to torque converter bolts. On 3.4L, note location of
Green torque converter bolt for reassembly reference. Remove torque converter bolts. 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) for 2.7L 4-cylinder or .707" (17.95 mm)
for 3.4L V6. 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 installin
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