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Rotating the Engine for Service Access

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Tools Required: J 41131  Engine Tilt Strap. See Special Tools .

  1. Remove the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  2. Apply the parking brake.
  3. Put the transaxle in the Neutral position.
  4. Remove the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Front  and Engine Mount Replacement - Front .
  5. Fig 1: J 41131, Engine Mount Strut Bracket & Upper Radiator Support
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  6. Install the J 41131  (2) to the engine mount strut bracket (1) and the upper radiator support (3).
  7. Rotate the engine forward for component access.