TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
If transaxle assembly is removed from the vehicle, always replace CSC (Concentric Slave Cylinder).
Inserted CSC returns to the original position when removing transaxle assembly. Dust on clutch disc sliding parts may damage CSC seal and may cause clutch fluid leakage.
REMOVAL
Remove the engine and transaxle as an assembly. Refer to See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust\Engine\Service and Repair (QR25DE) See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust\Engine\Service and Repair (VQ35DE). CAUTION:
Do not depress clutch pedal during removal procedure.
Disconnect the electrical connectors from the following:
Back-up lamp switch
Park/neutral position switch
Remove the harness from the transaxle.
Remove the starter motor. Refer to See: Starting and Charging\Starting System\Starter Motor\Service and Repair\M/T Models (QR25DE), See: Starting and Charging\Starting System\Starter Motor\Service and Repair\M/T Models (VQ35DE).
Remove the transaxle to engine and engine to transaxle bolts.
Separate the transaxle from the engine.
If necessary remove the following:
Air breather hose
Switches
LH engine mount
Brackets INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
When installing transaxle assembly do not bring transaxle input shaft into contact with clutch cover.