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.
Identification Numbers
Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places.
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses
to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is ...
Audio Antenna
Your vehicle is equipped with a removable
antenna at the rear of the roof.
NOTICE
Before using a “drive-through” car wash, remove the
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the
ant ...
Removal
Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure.
Remove the drive belt.
Remove the intake manifold.
Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and the p ...