Installation Procedure
- Install the engine and transaxle back together. Refer to TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT (AWD) .
- Position the powertrain support table under the vehicle.
- Raise the powertrain into position under the vehicle.
- With the table positioned, if required, lower the vehicle over the powertrain.
- Install the NEW frame to body bolts. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side .
- Install the engine mount (1). Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
- Install the transfer case. Refer to Transfer Case Replacement .
- Install the left wheel drive shaft. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (GNB/GNA) .
- Connect the lower control arms from the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (GNA) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (GNB) .
- Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LTG AWD) .
- Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
- Connect the stabilizer links (1) from the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Connect the tie rods (1) from the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- Install the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose (1). Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement .
- Install the heater outlet hose. Refer to Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG) .
- Install the heater inlet hose (1). Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LTG) .
- Connect the radiator outlet hose (1). Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG) .
- Connect the EVAP hose (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the fuel line. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the vacuum hose (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Install the intake manifold cover (2). Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (LTG) .
- Install the air cleaner assembly (1). Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct (2). Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (LTG) .
- Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .
- Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .
- If the engine is replaced with a new engine or has been overhauled, perform the Engine Prelubing procedure. Refer to Engine Prelubing .
- If prelubing has not been performed, fill the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without Start/Stop) .
NOTE:
Prelube is necessary if the engine is replaced or overhauled.