Removing
1. Remove the cover and disconnect the ground wire from the battery. Refer to procedure: Specifications (414-00 Charging system - General information, Specifications).
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: Place secure stands under the vehicle.
3. Drain the fluid from the gearbox. Refer to Procedure: Draining and Refilling Transmission Fluid - 3.2L NA - I6 (307-01 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Transmission, General Procedures).
4. Remove the front subframe assembly. Refer to procedure: Front subframe (502-00 Uni-body, subframe and mounting system, Removal and installation).
5.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect leaking oil.
6. Remove the gasket.
Installation
1. For information on sealant specifications, refer to the specifications section. Refer to procedure: Specifications (307-01 Automatic transmission / transaxle transaxle, Specifications).
2. Apply sealant in a 3 mm diameter bead to the area shown.
3. Install the transmission fluid case. Tightening torque: 14 Nm
4. Install the front subframe. Refer to procedure: Front subframe (502-00 Uni-body, subframe and mounting system, Removal and installation).
5. Connect the ground wire to the battery and install the cover. Refer to procedure: Specifications (414-00 Charging system - General information, Specifications).
6. Fill the gearbox with transmission fluid. Refer to Procedure: Draining and Refilling Transmission Fluid - 3.2L NA - I6 (307-01 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Transmission, General Procedures).
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