:	Jan 19, 2007

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Position the transmission to the transmission jack.

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: Make sure the transmission remains level.   : Make sure the clutch assembly is not damaged as the transmission is installed. :   Do not install the transmission fully to the engine, a 40mm (1.57 inches) gap must be maintained. With assistance, install the transmission.   Clean the component mating faces.

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Using the transmission jack, rotate the transmission to gain access to the gearshift mechanism.

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Attach the gearshift mechanism to the transmission.

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: Make sure the clutch assembly is not damaged as the transmission is installed. Align the transmission to the engine and install the transmission.

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:   Transfer case shown removed for clarity. Install the 14 transmission bolts.   Tighten the bolts to 40 Nm (30 lb.ft).

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Install the exhaust cross-over pipe center support bracket.   Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

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Reposition the wiring harness to the transmission.

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Install the exhaust cross-over pipe LH and RH support brackets.   Align the exhaust cross-over pipe support bracket assembly.   Tighten the bolts evenly to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

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Connect the transmission and transfer case breather lines.

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Secure the wiring harness to the transmission.   Attach the wiring harness to the clip.   Connect the electrical connectors.   Install and tighten the 2 bolts.

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Raise the transmission jack.

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Secure the wiring harness to the transfer case.   Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).   Attach the wiring harness to the clip.

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Connect the transfer case electrical connectors.

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Attach the gearshift rod.   Clean the components.   Lubricate the components.   Install new O-ring seals.   Install the clip.

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Connect the clutch fluid hose.   Clean the components.   Install a new O-ring seal.   Install the clip.   Remove the hose clamp.

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Install the vacuum hose to the clips.   Remove the adhesive tape.   Install the retaining clips.

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Attach the fuel filter support bracket.   Install the 2 bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).

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Attach the fuel cooler.   Install the bolt and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).

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Install the 2 turbocharger support bracket bolts.   Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

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Tighten the turbocharger support bracket nut.   Tighten the nut to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

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Install the exhaust heat shield.

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Bleed the clutch system.

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Install the front driveshaft.

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Remove the transmission jack.

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Install the engine undershield.

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: To avoid damage to the joint or gaiter, do not allow the driveshaft to hang. Attach the driveshaft to the transfer case drive flange.   Remove the securing strap.   Tighten the Torx bolts to 55 Nm (40 lb.ft).

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Install the driveshaft center bearing mount bolts.   Align the center bearing mount.   Tighten the 2 driveshaft center bearing bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb.ft).

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Install the fuel tank heat shield.   Tighten the bolts to 6 Nm (4 lb.ft).   Tighten the nuts to 3 Nm (2 lb.ft).

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Lower the vehicle.

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Attach the gearshift lever gaiter.

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Install the 2 gearshift mechanism mounting bracket bolts.   Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

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Install the ride and handling optimization switch.

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Connect the battery ground cable.