Installation Procedure
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- Remove the engine from the engine stand.
- Install the transmission to the engine.
- Install the upper transmission bolts (1) and tighten to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- Install the upper transmission bolts (1) and tighten to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- Install the transmission brace (1) and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
- Slowly lower the body onto the powertrain.
- Install the NEW left transmission mount to transmission bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the NEW right side engine mount bolts (1) and tighten to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
- Install the frame retaining bolts (1) then tighten the bolts to 160 N.m (118 lb ft)
- Install the lower transmission bolts (1) and tighten to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- Install the torque converter to flywheel bolts (1) and tighten to 62 N.m (46 lb ft)
- Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement (LEA, LUK) .
- Install the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LHU) .
- Install the frame reinforcements bracket (3) then tighten the bolts (1) and (2) to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
- Install the NEW strut to the steering knuckle using new bolts (1) and nuts (2) and tighten to 185 N.m (136 lb ft).
- Inspect the stabilizer link seals for damage and replace the link as necessary.
- Install the stabilizer link to the strut nut (1) and tighten to 65 N.m (48 lb ft)
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod (2). Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
- Install the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose (2). Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement .
- Connect the heater outlet hose (1). Refer to Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LEA) .
- Connect the heater inlet hose (1). Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LUK) .
- Install the radiator surge tank (1). Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LUK) .
- Install the radiator inlet hose (1). Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LEA) .
- Install radiator outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG) .
- Install the fuel feed line (1).
- Connect the EVAP pipe (1).
- Install the air cleaner assembly (1). Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct assembly (1). Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Install the intake manifold cover (1). Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
- 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 .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .
- Refill the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without Start/Stop) .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Use the proper size allen wrench to keep the stabilizer link ball stud from rotate while installing the nut.
NOTE:
Prelube is necessary if the engine is replaced or overhauled.