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.
Steering Wheel Installation
SRS components are located in this area.
Review the SRS component locations, and the
precautions and procedures before doing
repairs or service.
Before installing the steering ...
Shift Solenoid Valve Removal and Installation (A/T)
NOTE: Do not hold the solenoid valve connector to remove and install the
solenoid valve. Be sure to hold the solenoid valve body.
Remove the mounting bolts, then remove the solenoid valves by ...
Shift Cable Adjustment (A/T)
Remove the center console.
Shift the transmission to N.
Remove the nut securing the shift cable end.
Rotate the socket holder (A) on the shift cable ( ...