Engine, Installing

Procedure 

• The engine/transmission assembly is attached to the Engine Holder Bracket :T03000A  .
• Replace bolts that were tightened with an additional turn after removing them.
• Replace the self-locking nuts and bolts, gaskets, seals and O-rings after removing.
• Secure all hose connections with hose clamps that match the ones used in series production. Refer to the Parts Information.
• During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same location.
• Used coolant cannot be used again.

-- Tighten the transmission to the engine. Refer to TRANSMISSION, INSTALLING .

-- Bring the catalytic converter into the installation position and secure with the screw-type clamp on the turbocharger but do not tighten.

-- Guide the engine/transmission assembly into the body.

-- Install the engine mount. Refer to OVERVIEW - ASSEMBLY MOUNTS .

-- Install the bolts -arrows- for the transmission mount -1- by hand all the way.

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-- Remove the Engine Holder Bracket :T03000A  from the engine.

-- Adjust the assembly mount. Refer to ASSEMBLY MOUNT, ADJUSTING .

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Install the driveshaft. Refer to DRIVESHAFT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the drive axles. Refer to DRIVE AXLE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install and adjust the selector lever cable. Refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE, CHECKING AND ADJUSTING .

-- Install the air duct hoses and pipes. Refer to OVERVIEW - CHARGE AIR SYSTEM and .

-- Install the refrigerant lines. Refer to REFRIGERANT LINES, REMOVING AND INSTALLING TO A/C COMPRESSOR .

-- Install the coolant pipes. Refer to OVERVIEW - COOLANT PIPES and OVERVIEW - COOLANT PIPES .

-- Install the subframe. Refer to SUBFRAME WITH STEERING GEAR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the catalytic converter. Refer to CATALYTIC CONVERTER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the wheel housing liner. Refer to OVERVIEW - FRONT WHEEL HOUSING LINER .

-- Mount the front wheels. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

-- Connect the fuel line. Refer to CONNECTOR COUPLINGS, DISCONNECTING .

-- Install the air filter housing. Refer to OVERVIEW - AIR FILTER HOUSING .

-- Tighten the ground wire. Refer to => Wiring Diagram.

-- Install the B+ wire. Refer to COMPONENT LOCATION OVERVIEW - RELAY PANELS, FUSE PANELS AND E-BOXES .

-- Check the oil level. Refer to => 860.

-- Follow all steps after connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Fill the coolant. Refer to COOLANT, DRAINING AND FILLING .

-- Install the engine cover. Refer to ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- After removing and installing or replacing the engine, perform the adaptation.

-- Connect the => Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .

-- Select Diagnostic  operating mode and Start diagnostics  .

-- Select the Select individual test  tab and select the following tree structure consecutively:

• Drive  (display depends on the model)
• Select the engine code and engine  (display depends on the model)
• 0001 - OBD-Capable Systems  or Diagnostic-Capable System 
• 0001 - Engine Electronics 
• 0001 - Engine electronics, functions 
• 0001 - Step after replacing components 

Tightening Specifications

• The tightening specifications only apply to lightly greased, oiled, phosphated or blackened nuts and bolts.
• Additional lubricant such as engine oil or transmission fluid may be used, but do not use graphite lubricant.
• Do not use any ungreased parts.
• Tightening specification tolerance: ±15%.

• Refer to OVERVIEW - ASSEMBLY MOUNTS 
• Securing engine to transmission. Refer to TRANSMISSION TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .