Quest Minivan XE V6-2960cc 3.0L SOHC MFI (VG30E) (1998)
42.
Re-install the oil pump and tighten the mounting bolts evenly in a criss-cross pattern to 18 - 21 N.m (1.8 - 2.1 kg-m, 13 - 15 ft-lb).
43.
Re-install the 0-ring in the oil pump input shaft.
44.
Clean the sealing surfaces of the transaxle and the converter housing.
45.
Apply locking sealant (Loctite # 518 or equivalent) to the converter housing sealing surface.
46.
Re-install the converter housing and tighten the mounting bolts evenly in a criss-cross pattern to 43 - 47 N.m (4.4 - 4.8 kg-m, 32 - 35 ft-lb).
47.
Re-install the torque converter making sure the converter is fully engaged into the oil pump.
48.
Re-install the speed sensor and tighten the mounting bolt to 5 - 7 N.m (0.5 - 0.7 kg-m, 43 - 61 in-lb).
49.
Re-install the revolution sensor and tighten the mounting bolt to 5-7 N.m (0.5-0.7 kg-m, 43-61 in-lb).
50.
Re-install the transaxle assembly in the reverse order that it was removed.
51.
Re-install the drivers side front wheel and tighten the wheel securing nuts to 98 - 118 N.m (10 12 Kg-m, 72 - 86 ft-lb).
52.
Re-install the side plastic covers.
53.
Check the ATF level with the engine warm and at idle speed and with the vehicle on a level surface. Add fluid accordingly.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to overfill the transaxle with ATF.
54.
Road test the vehicle to check for noise. Also check for fluid leaks.
55.
Re-program all radio pre-sets