Repair Procedure

How to use this service information .

NOTICE: 

When working with a vehicle equipped with the electronic air suspension, be sure to set it to the leveling off mode to prevent unexpected operation. Refer to the Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions - Refer to: Electronic Air Suspension System Connector Fitting Precautions or Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions for the procedure.

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

*1: Replace the break head band if it was used.

*2: 22

*3: 23-25

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

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: Torque, N.m (lbf.ft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

1. A.-

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Engine Cover - Refer to: Cylinder Head Cover Area(3.5L Engine) or Cylinder Head Cover Area(3.0L Engine)

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Removal/Installation 

   Tool Details 

   Name
   a	O2 Sensor Wrench (Snap-on S6176 or equivalent)

2. B.-

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Engine Cover - Refer to: Cylinder Head Cover Area (3.5L Engine) or Cylinder Head Cover Area (3.0L Engine)
   • Dashboard Upper Cover Extension

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Removal/Installation 

   Tool Details 

   Name
   a	O2 Sensor Wrench (Snap-on S6176 or equivalent)

3. C.-

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Removal/Installation 

   Tool Details 

   Name
   a	O2 Sensor Wrench (Snap-on S6176 or equivalent)

4. D.-

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Installation 

   • Refer to the figure.
5. E.-

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Installation 

   1. Tighten the bolt (a) and the bolt (b) until the oil feed pipe sits on the turbocharger and the engine block.

   Lubricant Specifications 

   Position		Type
   b	Threads	Engine Oil
   	Flange

   2. Tighten the bolt (a) to the specified torque.

   3. Set the washer portion (c) to the direction (d).

   4. Tighten the bolt (b) to the specified torque.

   5. Make sure the washer is positioned within area (e) as shown.

6. F.-

   Preconditions 

   • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Expansion Tank - Refer to: Radiator Area (3.5L Engine) or Radiator Area (3.0L Engine)

   After Installation 

   • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
7. G.-

   Preconditions 

   • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC)
   • Front Subframe/Steering Gearbox Assembly - Refer to: Front Subframe/Steering Gearbox Area (3.5L Engine) or Front Subframe/Steering Gearbox Area (3.0L Engine)

   After Installation 

   • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
8. H.-

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Rear Engine Undercover
9. I.-

   Preconditions 

   • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Expansion Tank - Refer to: Radiator Area (3.5L Engine) or Radiator Area (3.0L Engine)
   • Exhaust Upper Cover

   Sub-Procedure 

   Installation 

   1. Clean the turbocharger flange surface (a) and the three way catalytic converter flange surface (b) with a rag and parts cleaner. (Figure 1)

   NOTICE: 

   • Do not spray parts cleaner directly on the turbocharger and the three way catalytic converter.
   • Use a commercially available parts cleaner.

   Figure 1 

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   2. Align the gasket tab (c) and the converter rib (d) with the band head (e) properly positioned (f). (Figure 2)

   NOTICE: 

   Do not remove the band bolt as the band will deform if it is opened more than necessary.

   Specifications (Figure 2) 

   Specification
   f	15 deg.

   Tightening Procedure (Figure 2) 

   Step	Operation	Object	Detail
   1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts	-> ->
   2	Tighten	All Bolts	-> ->

   Figure 2 

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   After Installation 

   • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
10. J.-

    Key Information 

    Do the following before starting your work.

    Remove: 

    • Engine Cover - Refer to: Cylinder Head Cover Area (3.5L Engine) or Cylinder Head Cover Area (3.0L Engine)

    Sub-Procedure 

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    Installation 

    NOTE:  When installing the break head band, do the following procedure.

    1. Tighten the break head bolt until the bolt head (a) is twisted off completely.

    NOTICE: 

    Do not use an air tool.

    2. Make sure the stopper end (b) contacts the housing end (c) after tightening the break head bolt.

11. K.-

    Key Information 

    Do the following before starting your work.

    Remove: 

    • Air Flow Tube - Refer to: Air Cleaner Area (3.0L Engine) or Air Cleaner Area (3.5L Engine)
12. L.-

    Preconditions 

    • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

    Key Information 

    Do the following before starting your work.

    Remove: 

    • Water Lower Pipe - Refer to: Water Pump Area (3.5L Engine) or Water Pump Area (3.0L Engine)

    Sub-Procedure 

    Installation 

    • Installing the turbo inlet front pipe in the following procedures.

    Tightening Procedure 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts	->
    2	Tighten	All Bolts	->

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    After Installation 

    • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
13. M.-

    Preconditions 

    • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

    Sub-Procedure 

    Installation 

    • Installing the turbo inlet rear pipe in the following procedures.

    Tightening Procedure 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts	->
    2	Tighten	All Bolts	->

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    After Installation 

    • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
14. N.-

    Sub-Procedure 

    Installation 

    • Installing the exhaust front chamber in the following procedures.

    Tightening Procedure 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts and Nuts	-> -> ->
    2	Tighten	All Bolts and Nuts	-> -> ->

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15. O.-

    Key Information 

    Do the following before starting your work.

    Remove: 

    • Dashboard Upper Cover Extension
16. P.-

    Sub-Procedure 

    Installation 

    • Installing the exhaust rear chamber in the following procedures.

    Tightening Procedure 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts and Nuts	-> -> ->
    2	Tighten	All Bolts and Nuts	-> -> ->

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17. Q.-

    Preconditions 

    • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

    Sub-Procedure 

    Installation 

    • Installing turbocharger bracket B in the following procedures.

    Tightening Procedure 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts	->
    2	Tighten	All Bolts	->

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    After Installation 

    • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
18. R.-

    Preconditions 

    • Engine Coolant Drained - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)

    Key Information 

    NOTE:  For the removal and installation procedure, refer to Turbocharger Removal and Installation and the sub-procedure below.

    Sub-Procedure 

    NOTICE: 

    Hold the turbocharger at an area other than the turbocharger wastegate control actuator (a). (Figure 1)

    Figure 1 

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    Installation 

    1. Install turbocharger bracket B. (Figure 2)

    Tightening Procedure (Figure 2) 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Tighten	b	Specified Torque

    Figure 2 

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    2. Temporarily install the turbo inlet front pipe and the turbo inlet rear pipe. (Figure 3)

    Tightening Procedure (Figure 3) 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts	Until the gaskets are compressed

    Figure 3 

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    3. Install the turbocharger in the following procedures. (Figure 4 and 5)

    Tightening Procedure (Figure 4 and 5) 

    Step	Operation	Object	Detail
    1	Temporarily Tighten	c	Until the gaskets are compressed
    2	Tighten	d	Specified Torque
    3	Tighten	c	-> -> ->

    Figure 4 

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    Figure 5 

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    After Installation 

    • Engine Oil Level Check - Refer to: Engine Oil Level Check or Engine Oil Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Engine Oil Replacement (3.0L Engine)
    • Engine Coolant Refill - Refer to: Coolant Check (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.5L Engine) or Coolant Replacement (3.0L Engine) or Coolant Check (3.0L Engine)
    • PCM Reset - Refer to: PCM Reset or PCM Update (When replacing the turbocharger)
    • PCM Idle Learn (When replacing the turbocharger)
19. S.-

    Sub-Procedure 

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    Installation 

    Installation Directions 

    Position	Direction
    a	Up