Removal

1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure. Refer to Powertrain Management.
2. Disconnect and remove battery and tray. Set Powertrain 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. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
7. Disconnect clutch cable (Manual) and transmission shift linkage. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
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. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
15. Disconnect exhaust pipe from manifold.
16. Remove front engine mount.
17. Manual transmission: Remove power hop damper. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
18. Lower vehicle. Remove air cleaner assembly.
19. Remove power steering pump and reservoir, Set them aside.
20. Remove A/C compressor.
21. Remove ground straps to body.
22. Raise vehicle enough to allow engine dolly and cradle Special Tools 6135 and 6710, or equivalents to be installed under vehicle.





23. Loosen engine support posts to allow movement for positioning onto engine locating holes and flange on the engine bedplate. Lower vehicle and position cradle until the engine is resting on support posts. Tighten mounts to cradle frame. This will keep support posts from moving when removing or installing engine and transmission.
24. Install safety straps around the engine to cradle tighten; straps and lock them into position.
25. Raise vehicle enough to see if straps are tight enough to hold cradle assembly to engine.
26. Lower vehicle so weight of the engine and transmission ONLY is on the cradle assembly.
27. Remove engine and transmission mount thru bolts.
28. Raise vehicle slowly. It may be necessary to move the engine/transmission assembly with the cradle to allow for removal around body flanges.