Automatic Transaxle Assembly Installation

Inspect the torque converter (RAV4_ACA30 RM000001GS000XX.html).

Install the torque converter clutch to the automatic transaxle.

Using a vernier caliper, measure dimension A between the transaxle and the end surface of the drive plate.

Using a vernier caliper and straightedge, measure the dimension B shown in the illustration and check that B is greater than A.

Standard dimension:

A + 1.0 mm (0.039 in.) or more

Install the cable bracket with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

12 N*m{122 kgf*cm, 9 ft.*lbf}

Install the filler tube with the bolt.

Torque:

5.5 N*m{56 kgf*cm, 49 in.*lbf}

Install the ATF dipstick.

Install the automatic transaxle with the 5 upper side mounting bolts to the engine.

Torque:

64 N*m{653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf} for bolt A

46 N*m{469 kgf*cm, 34 ft.*lbf} for bolt B

Install the 4 lower side mounting bolts.

Torque:

37 N*m{377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf}

Install the 6 torque converter clutch mounting bolts.

Torque:

41 N*m{418 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf}

HINT:

First install the green colored bolt and then the 5 bolts.

Install the flywheel housing under cover.

Install the mounting bracket with the 3 bolts.

Torque:

64 N*m{653 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf}

Install the mounting bracket with the 3 bolts.

Torque:

64 N*m{657 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf}

Install the mounting bracket with the 3 bolts.

Torque:

45 N*m{459 kgf*cm, 33 ft.*lbf}

Install the transmission oil cooler hoses and tube (RAV4_ACA30 RM0000024P800JX.html).

Connect the wire harness clamps.

Connect the speed sensor connectors.

Connect the transaxle wire connector.

Connect the park/neutral position switch connector.

Install the starter with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

37 N*m{377 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf}

Connect the starter wire with the nut.

Torque:

13 N*m{133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf}

Connect the starter connector.

Install the terminal nut and cover the nut with the cap.

Torque:

9.8 N*m{100 kgf*cm, 7 in.*lbf}

Install the engine with transaxle (RAV4_ACA30 RM000001BC100OX.html).

Inspect the automatic transaxle fluid (RAV4_ACA30 RM0000022UI00GX.html).

Perform the RESET MEMORY procedures (A/T initialization) (RAV4_ACA30 RM000000W7F0AMX.html).