Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the right and left catalytic converters. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side and Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side .
3. Support the transaxle with a transaxle jack.

1

Rear Transaxle Brace Bolt

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

2

Rear Transaxle Brace Bolt

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

3

Rear Transaxle Brace