Inspect the thrust needle bearings and the needle bearings for galling and rough movement.

Inspect the splines for excessive wear and damage.
Check the shaft bearing surfaces for scoring and excessive wear.
Before installing the O-rings, wrap the shaft splines with tape to prevent O-ring damage.
Lubricate all parts with ATF during assembly.
Install the conical spring washer and the 40 x 63 mm thrust washer in the direction shown.
Replace the locknut and the conical spring washer with new ones when assembling the transmission.
Check the axial clearance of 3rd gear.
Clutch Clearance Inspection (A/T)
Special Tools Required
Clutch Compressor Attachment 07ZAE-PRP0100
Inspect the clutch piston, the discs, the plates, and the end-plate for
wear and damage, and inspect the clutch wav ...
Valve Body and ATF Strainer Removal (A/T)
Remove the ATF feed pipe (A) from the regulator valve body (B).
Remove the ATF feed pipes (C) (D) from the servo body (E).
Remove the ATF strainer (F) (two bolts).
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Piston, Pin, and Connecting Rod Replacement
Special Tools Required
Pilot Pin 070AF-PWC0110
Piston Base 07973-6570500
Piston Base Spring 07973-6570600
Piston Base Head 07TGF-001000A
Pilot Collar, O.D. 18 mm 070AF-PWC0130
Insert Adj ...