Removal

1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure.
2. Disconnect battery and set Power Control Module (PCM) aside.
3. Drain cooling system.
4. Remove upper radiator hose, radiator and fan module.
5. Remove lower radiator hose.
6. Disconnect automatic transmission cooler lines and plug, if equipped.
7. Disconnect transmission shift linkage.
8. Disconnect throttle body linkage.
9. Disconnect engine wiring harness.
10. Disconnect heater hoses.
11. Discharge Air Conditioning System.
12. Hoist vehicle and remove right inner splash shield.
13. Remove accessory drive belts.
14. Remove axle shafts.
15. Disconnect exhaust pipe from manifold.
16. Remove front and rear engine mount brackets from the body.
17. Lower vehicle. Remove air cleaner assembly.
18. Remove power steering pump and reservoir, Set them aside.
19. Remove A/C compressor.
20. Remove ground straps to body.





21. Mount the bracket Special Tool 6973, or equivalent to the right side of the cylinder block. Align the front adjustable post with the hole in the bracket.





22. Raise vehicle enough to allow engine dolly and cradle Special Tools 6135 and 6710, or equivalent to be installed under vehicle.
23. Loosen cradle engine mounts to allow movement for positioning onto engine locating holes on the engine bedplate. Lower vehicle and position cradle mounts until the engine is resting on mounts. Tighten mounts to cradle frame. This will keep mounts from moving when removing or installing engine and transmission.
24. Lower vehicle so weight of the engine and transmission ONLY is on the cradle.
25. Remove engine and transmission mount bolts.
26. Raise vehicle slowly. It may be necessary to move the engine/transmission assembly on the cradle to allow for removal around body flanges.