Installation
Replacement1. Install engine and transaxle into engine compartment as a unit.
2. Install three No.1 engine mount bolts.
Tightening torque: 49.2 - 69 ft. lbs. (67 - 93.2 Nm, 6.8 - 9.5 kg-m)
3. Install No.3 engine mount bolt.
Tightening torque: 62.9 - 86 ft. lbs. (85.3 - 116.6 Nm, 8.7 - 11.9 kg-m)
4. Install two No.2 engine mount nuts.
Tightening torque: 28 - 38 ft. lbs. (38 - 51 Nm, 3.8 - 5.3 kg-m)
5. Install No.4 engine mount.
Tightening torque:
Nuts: 49 - 68 ft. lbs. (68 - 93 Nm, 6.8 - 9.5 kg-m)
Bolt: 47 - 66 ft. lbs. (64 - 89 Nm, 6.5 - 9.1 kg-m)
6. Remove engine hoist.
7. Install new clips on driveshaft.
8. Push driveshaft and joint shaft into transaxle with opening of clips pointing upward.
9. Install joint shaft support bracket using three bolts.
Tightening torque: 32 - 46 ft. lbs. (43 - 62 Nm, 4.4 - 6.3 kg-m)
10. Install right and left lower ball joints into spindle then install pinch bolts.
Tightening torque: 32 - 39 ft. lbs. (43 - 52 Nm, 4.4 - 5.3 kg-m)
11. Install both right and left stabilizer control links.
Tightening torque: 32 - 45 ft. lbs. (43 - 61 Nm, 4.4 - 6.2 kg-m)
12. Install front exhaust pipe.
Tightening torque:
(A): 29.7 - 40.5 ft. lbs. (40.2 - 54.9 Nm, 4.1 - 5.6 kg-m)
(B): 51 - 69 ft. lbs. (69 - 94 Nm, 6.9 - 9.4 kg-m)
(C): 1 5.2 - 20.2 ft. lbs. (20.6 - 27.4 Nm, 2.1 - 2.8 kg-m)
13. Connect two ATF cooler hoses (A/T).
14. Connect solenoid valve connector (A/T).
15. Connect auto transaxle range switch connector (A/T)
16. Install clutch release cylinder and pipe (M/T).
Tightening torque: 13.7 - 18.8 ft. lbs. (18.6 - 25.5 Nm, 1.9 - 2.6 kg-m)
17. Install extension bar and manual transaxle linkage (M/T).
Extension bar tightening torque: 23 - 34 ft. lbs. (32 - 47 Nm)
Manual transaxle linkage tightening torque: 12 - 17 ft. lbs. (16 - 23 Nm)
18. Install washer and nut to auto transaxle linkage (A/T).
Tightening torque: 24 - 83 ft. lbs. (32 - 46 Nm, 3.2 - 4.7 kg-m)
19. Insert U-clip.
20. Connect back-up light switch connector (M/T).
21. Connect vehicle speed sensor connector (M/T).
22. Connect input turbine speed sensor connector.
23. Connect ground strap to top of transaxle.
24. Install A/C compressor mounting bracket (five bolts)
Tightening torque:
Mounting bracket:
Four (14 mm) bolts: 28 - 38 ft. lbs. (38 - 51 Nm, 3.9 - 5.2 kg-m)
One (12 mm) bolt (oil pump side): 14 - 18 ft. lbs. (19 - 25 Nm, 1.9 - 25 kg-m)
A/C compressor: 28 - 38 ft. lbs. (39 - 52 Nm, 3.9 - 5.3 kg-m)
25. Install three P/S pump bracket bolts.
Tightening torque: 28 - 38 ft. lbs. (39 - 52 Nm, 3.9 - 5.3 kg-m)
26. Install exhaust manifold heat shield.
Tightening torque: 13.7 - 22.4 ft. lbs. (18.6 - 30.4 Nm, 1.9 - 3.1 kg-m)
27. Install RH & LH splash shield.
Tightening torque: 10 - 12 ft. lbs. (13.5 - 16 Nm, 1.4 - 1.6 kg-m)
28. Install both front wheels.
Tightening torque: 65 - 87 ft. lbs. (88 - 118 Nm, 9 - 12 kg-m)
29. Connect engine ground strap.
Tightening torque:
(A): 28 - 38 ft. lbs. (38 - 51 Nm, 3.8 - 5.3 kg-m)
(B): 5.8 - 8.7 ft. lbs. (7.8 - 11.8 Nm, 0.8 - 1.2 kg-m)
30. Connect two generator connectors.
(B-terminal connector and C121 to the generator)
31. Connect B-terminal and S-terminal connectors to the starter.
32. Connect IAC and throttle position sensor connectors.
33. Install connector bracket and connect electric connectors.
Tightening torque: 27.5 - 38.3 ft. lbs. (37.2 - 51.9 Nm, 3.8 - 5.3 kg-m)
34. Connect injector connectors.
35. Connect heater hoses.
36. Connect fuel hose to injector rail.
37. Connect upper and lower radiator hoses.
38. Connect brake vacuum hose and purge control vacuum hose to dynamic chamber.
39. Install air cleaner assembly and connect air intake hose to throttle body.
40. Install fresh air duct.
41. Connect ventilation hose.
42. Install accelerator cable and auto cruise control cable, if equipped.
43. Insert data link connector into mass air flow sensor bracket.
44. Connect intake air temperature sensor connector and mass air flow sensor connectors.
45. Install P/S and A/C belt. Turn adjustment screw until correct belt deflection is achieved. Tighten pivot bolt and mounting bolt.
Deflection:
New: 8.0 - 9.0 mm (0.32 - 0.35 inch)
Used: 9.0 - 10.0 mm (0.36 - 0.39 inch)
46. Install battery tray and battery.
Tightening torque: 10 - 12 ft. lbs. (13.5 - 16 Nm, 1.4 - 1.6 kg-m)
47. Fill engine coolant with specified type and amount.
48. Connect both battery cables.
49. Check and/or fill all fluids.
50. Test run engine and perform an overall check.