Materials:

* New automatic transmission and installation kit
* Keys and tools
* New wiring, electronic control unit (ECU) and sensors for automatic transmission (if necessary)
* Automatic transmission radiator
* Transmission fluid

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

* Raise the car and secure it on lifts.
* Drain the oil from the manual transmission.
* Remove the exhaust system, driveshaft and starter.

2. Removing the manual transmission:

* Disconnect all electrical connectors and vacuum lines from the transmission.
* Disconnect the clutch and release bearing.
* Unscrew the engine and gearbox mounting bolts.
* Carefully lower the manual transmission.

3. Preparing the automatic transmission:

* Install the mounting kit on the automatic transmission (if applicable).
* Connect any additional wiring harness, ECU and sensors.
* Install the automatic transmission radiator and fill it with transmission fluid.

4. Automatic transmission installation:

* Lift the automatic transmission and align it with the engine.
* Secure the engine and gearbox mounting bolts.
* Connect all electrical connectors and vacuum lines.

5. Wiring and electronics:

*If the automatic transmission requires new wiring or ECU, make the necessary modifications.
* Check that all electrical connections are secure.

6. Drive shaft and cardan shaft:

* Install a drive shaft compatible with automatic transmission.
* Connect the propeller shaft to the drive shaft and axle.

7. Exhaust system and starter:

* Reinstall the exhaust system.
* Reinstall the starter.

8. Refilling with transmission fluid:

* Fill the automatic transmission with transmission fluid to the appropriate level.
* Check the fluid level after starting the engine and warming up the automatic transmission.

9. Completion:

* Lower the vehicle from the lifts.
*Take a test drive to ensure that the automatic transmission operates correctly.
* Recheck the transmission fluid level and add it if necessary.

Warning:

Replacing a manual transmission with an automatic transmission is a complex process and should be performed by a qualified mechanic. Improper installation may result in vehicle damage or accident.

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