Removal & Installation: Engine
NOTE:
For reassembly reference, label all electrical connectors, vacuum hoses and fuel lines before removal. Also place mating marks on engine hood and other major assemblies before removal.
CAUTION:
Relieve fuel pressure. Install Fuel Pressure Gauge (J-34730-1) to fuel rail service valve. Place bleed hose into approved container and bleed fuel system.
- Remove negative battery cable. Remove airflow sensor wiring. Disconnect air intake duct. Drain cooling system. Disconnect upper engine strut. Raise and support vehicle.
- Disconnect exhaust pipe. Disconnect engine mount bolts. Remove starter wiring and starter. Disconnect A/C compressor and set aside (if equipped).
- Remove lower transaxle-to-engine bolts. One bolt is located between transaxle case and engine block and is installed in opposite direction. Remove drive plate cover. Match mark drive plate-to-torque converter relationship to assure proper reassembly. Remove drive plate-to-torque converter bolts.
- Disconnect engine support bracket at transaxle. Lower vehicle. Remove radiator hoses. Disconnect heater hoses at engine. Remove alternator. Disconnect engine wiring harness. Remove remaining transaxle-to-engine bolts. Remove engine. To install, reverse removal procedure.