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install depth into the transmission. Torque the 12mm bolts to 25ft lbs,
and use Red Loc-Tite on the threads! After tightening the 12mm
bolts down, go back, and torque the engine mount adaptor bolts in
the block to 35-40ft lbs. I recommend using loctite on those as well.
Visually inspect the axle, and make sure that it’s sitting
flush/perpendicular in the transmission. It’s a good idea to push/hold
the axle into the transmission while tightening the mount adaptor
bolts. This will help to assure that the axle is in perfectly straight.
Here’s where the C-washers are placed:
That’s it for the install of the VQ/transmission! Now, you have lots of
wiring, and other “fun” things to tackle ☺.
Here’s a few recommendations/pointers that will help you along the
way…
The QR A/C compressor will bolt up, if you drill the two bottom holes
to accept the larger diameter 14mm bolts, which the VQ A/C bracket
uses. Here’s a picture: