Engine - Installation

INSTALLATION





CAUTION: While slowly lowering the body to the cradle assembly, constantly check to assure proper positioning and no damage occurs to other components until union is made.

1. Position engine and transmission assembly under vehicle. Slowly lower the vehicle down over the engine and transmission until the cradle is aligned.
2. Install the cradle supporting bolts and tighten to 163 Nm (120 ft.lbs.).
3. Install the right engine mount (3). tighten the bolts to the timing cover to 54 Nm (40 ft.lbs.), tighten the bolts to the right rail to 68 Nm (50 ft.lbs.).
4. Slowly raise the vehicle off of the cradle support.




5. Install the rear transmission torque strut a (1) and tighten bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the engine wiring harness ground strap to transmission case.
7. Connect the left front strut to steering knuckle. Tighten bolts to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.) plus 90 degrees.
8. Connect the left stabilizer link. Tighten to 88 Nm (65 ft.lbs.).




9. Connect the left wheel speed sensor (3) and harness push pin.




10. Reconnect the steering column intermediate shaft to the steering gear (2).
11. Connect the right front strut to steering knuckle. Tighten bolts to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.) plus 90 degrees.
12. Connect the right stabilizer link. Tighten to 88 Nm (65 ft.lbs.).
13. Connect the right wheel speed sensor and harness push pin.




14. Install wheels (1).
15. Connect the in block heater (if equipped).
16. Connect the knock sensor electrical connector.
17. Install the exhaust system and connect the O2 sensor.




18. Install the torque converter bolts. Tighten the bolts to 88 Nm (65 ft.lbs.).
19. Install the flex plate inspection cover (1).
20. Connect the starter wiring, route harness and secure with push pin.
21. Install the front fascia.
22. Connect the coolant hose at the engine oil cooler.
23. Connect the oil pressure sending unit (OPS) wiring harness connector.
24. Lower the vehicle.




25. Connect the A/C lines and compressor electrical connector A/C Compressor - Installation.
26. Route the engine harness to the left cylinder head and attach the purge solenoid.
27. Connect the engine sensor wiring harness connectors.
28. Connect the engine vacuum harnesses.
29. Connect the fuel line to the fuel rail.
30. Connect the generator electrical connectors Generator - Installation.




31. Connect the transmission controller, sensor electrical connectors (1,2,3,4,) and fluid lines.
32. Connect the radiator, coolant reservoir and heater hoses.




33. Connect the ETC connector (1) to the throttle body.
34. Install the air cleaner housing and connect the CCV hose to the left cylinder head cover Installation.
35. Fill the cooling system Service and Repair.
36. Evacuate and recharge A/C system [1][2]Capacity Specifications.
37. Install new oil filter. Fill engine crankcase with proper oil to correct level Maintenance.




38. Connect negative cable (3) to battery.
39. Fill the cooling system Service and Repair.
40. Bleed the braking system Brake Bleeding,Brake Bleeding.
41. Start engine and run until operating temperature is reached.