Buick Regal: Torque Converter and Differential Housing Assembly Assemble

1. Front Differential Transfer Drive Gear Fluid Passage Tube
2. Lubricant Fluid Hose Clamp
3. Automatic Transmission Fluid Baffle Bolt

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten 7 N.m (62 lb in)

4. Automatic Transmission Fluid Baffle
5. Automatic Transmission Fluid Baffle Bolt [2x]

Tighten 7 N.m (62 lb in)

TORQUE CONVERTER AND DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING INSTALLATION

Fig. 4: Torque Converter And Differential Housing Bolts Tightening Sequence

1. Torque Converter and Differential Housing

Procedure

Install a bead of sealant around the perimeter of the torque converter and differential housing mating surface: Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.

2. Torque Converter Housing Bolt[2x] M10 x 40

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten in sequence 35 N.m (26 lb ft)

3. Torque Converter Housing Bolt[2x] M8 x 35

Tighten in sequence 29 N.m (21 lb ft)

4. Torque Converter Housing Bolt[14x] M8 x 39

Tighten in sequence 29 N.m (21 lb ft)

5. Torque Converter Housing Bolt [5x] M8 x 30

Tighten in sequence 29 N.m (21 lb ft)

INPUT SPEED SENSOR INSTALLATION

1. Automatic Transmission Input Speed Sensor
2. Automatic Transmission Input Speed Sensor Bolt

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten 5 N.m (44 lb in)

CONTROL VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

1. Control Valve Body - Model Dependent

NOTE: For models with start/stop, Electronic Component Description.

2. Valve Body Bolt [5x] M6 x 21

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)

3. Valve Body Bolt[1x] M6 x 51

Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)

4. Valve Body Bolt[2x] M6 x 31

Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)

5. Manual Valve Link

NOTE: Ensure you reconnect the manual valve link.

WIRING HARNESS INSTALLATION

1. Automatic Transmission Wiring Connector Seal
2. Automatic Transmission Wiring Connector Seal
3. Wiring Harness Wire

NOTE: Tab on wiring harness connector fits in slot on case to insure alignment of transmission control module (TCM).

4. Automatic Transmission Wiring Harness Retainer
5. Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Clip
6. Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Bolt

Procedure

Connect the wiring harness connectors to the control valve body in proper location as mark when removed.

Tighten 7 N.m (62 lb in)

CONTROL VALVE BODY COVER INSTALLATION

Fig. 5: Automatic Transmission Valve Body Control Unit Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence

1. Control Valve Body Cover

Procedure

Install a bead of sealant around the perimeter of the case to valve body cover mating surface: Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.

2. Control Valve Body Cover Bolt [13x]

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten in sequence 13 N.m (115 lb in)

TRANSMISSION FLUID FILLER OVERFLOW TUBE AND DRAIN PLUG INSTALLATION

1. Transmission Oil Level Check Plug Seal

NOTE: Install a NEW seal. Do NOT reuse the old seal.

2. Transmission Fluid Filler Upper Tube
3. Transmission Oil Level Check Plug Seal

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten 47N.m (35 lb ft)

4. Transmission Oil Drain Plug Seal

NOTE: Install a NEW seal. Do NOT reuse the old seal.

5. Transmission Oil Drain Plug

Tighten 7N.m (62 lb in)

TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INSTALLATION

1. Transmission Control Module
2. Transmission Control Module Bolt [3x]

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten 25N.m (18 lb ft)

TORQUE CONVERTER FLUID SEAL INSTALLATION

1. Torque Converter Fluid Seal

Procedure

Install seal with hand, then finish by tapping around perimeter with rubber mallet until properly seated.

NOTE: Install a NEW seal. Do NOT reuse the old seal.

TORQUE CONVERTER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

1. Torque Converter

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