Installation Procedure
- Install the transmission to the engine assembly. Transmission Replacement (RWD)
- Place the powertrain and drivetrain and front suspension cradle assembly on the GE-52200 Propulsion System Lift Table or a suitable support table.
- Secure the powertrain to the table using straps and binders or chains.
- Ensure when raising the engine, transmission and front suspension cradle assembly, the following are clear from the drivetrain and front suspension cradle:
- Vacuum lines
- Steering knuckles
- Electrical wiring harnesses
- Oil cooler lines
- With the aid of an assistant, carefully raise the engine, transmission and front suspension cradle assembly.
- CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.
CAUTION:Refer to Fastener Caution
Install the NEW drivetrain and front suspension cradle front bolts (2). Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Removal and Installation (RWD)
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension cradle rear bolts (1). Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Removal and Installation (RWD)
- Transmission Mount Bracket - Install - Transmission Mount Replacement (RWD)
- Connect the electrical connectors and wiring harness retainers. Transmission Replacement (RWD)
- Remove the GE-52200 Propulsion System Lift Table or suitable lift table from under the vehicle.
Install the left side engine mount nut (1). Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side
Install the right side engine mount nut (1). Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side
Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) @ Steering Gear - Install - Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (RWD)
Install the wiring harness retainers to the frame. (1)
Connect the steering gear electrical connectors. (1)
Front Lower Control Rear Link- Left Side and Right Side (1) @ Steering Knuckle - Install - Front Lower Control Rear Link Replacement (RWD)
Front Lower Control Front Link- Left Side and Right Side (1) @ Steering Knuckle - Install - Front Lower Control Front Link Replacement (RWD)
Stabilizer Shaft Link- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Install - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE2) , or Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE3)
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod- Left Side and Right Side (1) - Install - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Front Crossmember Brace-Right Side - Install - Front Crossmember Brace Replacement - Right Side
- Front Crossmember Brace-Left Side - Install - Front Crossmember Brace Replacement - Left Side
Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Nut (3) @ Transmission Fluid Cooler - Install - Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Replacement (LSY, RWD, with V03) , or Transmission Fluid Auxiliary Cooler Replacement (LGY, AWD, RWD)
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Clip (1) @ Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose - Connect
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Bracket Bolt (2) @ Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet Hose - Install
Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector (1) - Install - Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Replacement
Front Compartment Air Deflector (1) - Install - Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement (RWD)
Front Wheelhouse Liner- Left Side and Right Side (3) - Install - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
- Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter-Right Side - Install - Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side
- Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter-Left Side - Install - Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side
- Lower the vehicle.
Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose (3) @ Air Conditioning Compressor - Connect
Air Conditioning Evaporative Connector Hose/Tube and Compressor and Condenser Hose (3) @ Air Conditioning Compressor - Connect - Air Conditioning Evaporative Connector Hose/Tube and Compressor Hose Replacement
- Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Pipe @ Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve - Connect - Evaporative Emission Pipe Replacement
Fuel Feed Pipe (1) @ Fuel Pulse Dampener - Connect - Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement
Heater Inlet Hose (2) @ Heater Core - Connect - Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LSY) , or Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LGY)
- Heater Outlet Hose Clamp (3) - Engage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Heater Outlet Hose (4) - Connect
Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Hose (2) @ Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe - Connect
- Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Hose Clamp (1) @ Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe - Install - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
Radiator Outlet Hose (2) @ Water Pump Inlet Pipe - Connect
- Radiator Outlet Hose Clamp (1) @ Water Pump Inlet Pipe - Install - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Charge Air Cooler Coolant Hose - Install - Charge Air Cooler Cover Replacement
Radiator Inlet Hose Clamp (1) @ Water Outlet - Engage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Radiator Inlet Hose (2) @ Water Outlet - Install
- Position the engine harness and attach harness retainers to the engine.
Engine Control Module Electrical Connector (1) - Connect [ 4X ]
Harness Connector (1) - Connect
- Engine Wiring Harness Junction Block - Install - Engine Wiring Harness Junction Block Replacement
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
- Radiator Surge Tank Inlet Hose (2) @ Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe - Install
- Hose Clamp (1) - Install - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Install the front compartment front sight shield. Front Compartment Front Sight Shield Replacement
Intake Manifold Cover - Install - Intake Manifold Cover Replacement
- Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Fill the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSY GE 47716) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LSY Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LGY Static Fill) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (LGY GE 47716)
- Fill the engine oil to the proper level with NEW engine oil. Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
- If the engine is replaced with a new engine or has been overhauled, perform the Engine Prelubing procedure. Engine Prelubing
- Charge the A/C system. Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
- Perform the crankshaft position variation learn procedure. Crankshaft Position Variation Learn
- Perform the throttle body idle air flow compensation reset procedure. Throttle Body Idle Air Flow Compensation Reset
Prelube is necessary if the engine is replaced or overhauled.