Installation Procedure

Important: 

• Ensure that the transaxle brace is in position prior to installing the oil pan.
• Use the J 39505  in order to install the engine right side oil pan side bolts.

1. Install the oil pan gasket and the oil pan. Refer to OIL PAN INSTALLATION  .
2. Install the transaxle brace.
3. Install the engine mount with the engine mount bracket to the oil pan. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET REPLACEMENT (FWD)  or ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET REPLACEMENT (AWD)  .
   Fig 1: Installing Engine Right Side Oil Pan Side Bolts Using Torque Wrench Adapter

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4. Install the J 45057-2  lower support bar.
5. Remove the utility strap.
6. If the vehicle is equipped with All-Wheel-Drive (AWD), install the transfer case brace.
7. Install the starter motor.
   Fig 2: Installing J 45057-2 Lower Support Bar

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8. Connect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
9. Install the frame.
10. Connect the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
11. Install the A/C compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT .
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE  .
14. Install the right engine mount strut to the engine. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT REPLACEMENT - RIGHT  .
15. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT  .
16. Connect the battery negative cable.
    Fig 3: Connecting Oil Level Sensor Electrical Connector - Oil Pan Replacement

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