Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the transmission upper brace.
- Install the transmission upper brace bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission upper brace outboard bolts (2) to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
Tighten: Tighten the transmission upper brace inboard bolt (1) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the transmission to the engine. Then install the powertrain (engine, transmission and frame) to the vehicle. Refer to Transmission Replacement (LA1) or Transmission Replacement (LY7) .
- Install the transmission lower brace.
- Install the transmission lower brace bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission lower brace bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the transfer case brace. Refer to Support Brace Replacement (LA1) or Support Brace Replacement (LY7) in Transfer Case - Steyr.
- Install the right engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body Front End.
- Install the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.