Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac G5 Pursuit, 2007 Pontiac G5, and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Attach the engine lift hoist to the engine lift hooks.
- Install the following components:
- Exhaust manifold-Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement (RPO L61) .
- Engine mount bracket-Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Right Side .
- Fuel rail-Refer to Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement .
- Engine block heater, if equipped-Refer to Coolant Heater Replacement .
- Drive belt tensioner-Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
- Thermostat housing and feed pipe-Refer to Thermostat Replacement (RPO L61) .
- Generator-Refer to Generator Replacement (RPOs L61/LE5) .
- Flywheel-Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement .
- If applicable, install the clutch pressure plate and disk.
- Align the engine to the transmission.
- Secure the engine to the transmission.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission to engine bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
- If applicable, install the torque converter bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Install the starter. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (RPOs L61/LE5) .
- Remove the engine lift from the engine.
- Raise and position the frame and powertrain assembly to the vehicle.
- Hand start all the frame bolts while aligning the frame to the paint marks.
- Tighten the frame bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the frame bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft plus 180 degrees).
- Remove the lift table.
- Connect the drive axles to the steering knuckles. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- Connect the lower control arm to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement .
- Connect the outer tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
- Connect the stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Install the side transmission mount. Refer to the following:
- Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side for the 4T40-E/4T45-E transaxle
- Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side for the MU3 transaxle
- Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side for the Getrag 5 Speed transmission
- Install the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
- Remove the wood blocks between the powertrain and frame.
- Connect the transmission shift cable to the transmission.
- Connect the transmission harness connector.
- Connect the exhaust takedown pipe to the exhaust manifold.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
- Connect the generator harness connectors.
Tighten: Tighten the generator terminal nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Connect the starter harness connectors (3, 4, 5).
Tighten:
- Tighten the battery terminal nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Tighten the S-terminal nut to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
- Install the AC compressor to the engine. Refer to Compressor Replacement (RPOs L61, LE5) .
- Install the engine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Connect the following harness connectors:
- IAC motor
- TPS
- MAP sensor
- Crankshaft sensor
- Oil pressure sensor
- Purge solenoid
- Ignition coil and module assembly
- O2 sensor
- Vehicle speed sensor
- Engine temperature sensor
- Install the inlet heater hose (1) and outlet heater hose (2). Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (RPOs L61, LE5) and Heater Hose Replacement - Outlet (RPOs L61, LE5) .
- Install the radiator outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5)) .
- Connect the fuel line to the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the brake booster hose at the brake booster.
- Release the cooling module from the upper body structure.
- Install the air inlet duct and resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Fill the engine with engine oil to the proper level. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5)) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill) .
- Road test the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
.
IMPORTANT:
The number 3 bolt location is not used.