Transmission Replacement (Installation)

1. Remove the transmission from the J 3289-20 if necessary.
2. Install the transmission to the jack stand.
3. Remove the J 36842 from the transmission, if necessary.
4. Install the bellhousing (1) to the transmission (2).
5. Install the transmission bolts (3).
^ Tighten the transmission bolts (3) to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





6. Install the clutch actuator cylinder (2).
7. Install the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1).
^ Tighten the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1) to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).

8. Install the clutch line to the actuating cylinder.
9. Install the clutch bleeder to the actuating cylinder.





10. Slowly raise the manual transmission (4) to the vehicle.
11. Install the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3).
^ Tighten the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3) to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).

12. Install the transmission support and mount.
13. Remove the transmission jack.
14. Remove the J 42055 from the transmission jack.
15. Remove the engine safety stand.





16. Connect the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the clutch master cylinder hose.
Push together the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fittings, then pull back on the fittings to verify engagement.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT rely on an audible click or a visual verification of the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fitting connection.

17. Check the clutch hydraulic hoses for twists or kinks.





18. Install the flywheel housing cover (3) to the transmission (1).
19. Install the flywheel housing cover bolts (2).
^ Tighten the flywheel housing cover bolts (2) to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).





20. Install the right transmission brace (1).
21. Install the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4).
^ Tighten the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4) to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





22. Install the left transmission brace (1).
23. Install the left transmission brace bolts (2, 3).
^ Tighten the left transmission brace bolt (2) (to transmission) to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the left transmission brace bolt (3) (to engine) to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).

24. Install the starter motor.





25. Install the wiring harness clip bolt (1) to the right side of the transmission.
^ Tighten the wiring harness clip bolt (1) to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).





26. Install the wiring harness clip bolt (2) to the left side of the transmission.
^ Tighten the wiring harness clip bolt (2) to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).

27. Connect the speed sensor (1) and backup lamp switch (3) electrical connectors.
28. Install the catalytic converter.
29. Install the rear axle torque arm.
30. Remove the rear axle jack stands.
31. Install the propeller shaft.





32. Fill transmission with fluid.
33. Lower the vehicle.
34. Install the control assembly.
35. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system.