Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (L26) or Drive Belt Replacement (L32) .
- Remove the A/C compressor from the engine. Refer to Compressor Replacement (L26 L32) in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
- Secure the compressor away from the bracket area.
- Remove the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
- Remove the engine knock sensor shield and disconnect the sensor harness. Refer to Knock Sensor (KS) 2 Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L (L26 and L32).
- Remove the front engine mount bracket bolts from the engine.
- Remove the rear engine mount bracket bolts from the engine.
- Remove the engine mount bracket from the vehicle.
IMPORTANT:
Do not discharge the air conditioning system.