Removal 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.
- With the tires in the straight forward position, remove the key from the ignition.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove the air inlet duct and resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement .
- Secure the cooling module to the upper body structure.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
- Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel rail. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Drain 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) .
- Remove the radiator inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5)) .
- Remove the surge tank to cylinder head hose. Refer to Surge Tank Hose/Pipe Replacement - Inlet and Surge Tank Hose/Pipe Replacement - Outlet .
- Remove the radiator outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5)) .
- Remove the inlet (1) and outlet (2) heater hoses. Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (RPOs L61, LE5) and Heater Hose Replacement - Outlet (RPOs L61, LE5) .
- Disconnect the following harness connectors:
- Idle air control (IAC) motor
- Temperature position sensor (TPS)
- Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
- Crankshaft sensor
- Oil pressure sensor
- Purge solenoid
- Ignition coil and module assembly
- Oxygen (O2) sensor
- Vehicle speed sensor
- Engine temperature sensor
- Backup lamp switch
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the engine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Remove the A/C compressor bolts and set the compressor aside.
- Disconnect the starter harness connectors (3, 4, 5).
- Disconnect the generator harness connectors.
- Drain the engine oil.
- Disconnect the front exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement (RPO L61) .
- Disconnect the transmission harness connectors.
- Disconnect the transmission shift cable from the transmission.
- Use blocks of wood to support the powertrain assembly between the frame and the powertrain.
- Remove the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
- Remove the side transmission mount. Refer to the appropriate procedure:
- 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
- Disconnect the stabilizer links from the stabilizer bar. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Disconnect the outer tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
- Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
- Disconnect the lower control arms from the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Disconnect the drive axles from the steering knuckle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
- Use a paint pen or magic marker in order to mark the frame to body position.
- Lower the vehicle to about 1 m (3 ft) off the ground in order to position the lift table under the frame.
- Use wood blocks as necessary between the lift table and the frame to support the assembly.
- Slowly remove the frame bolts using the following sequence:
- Remove the front frame bolts.
- Partially unscrew the rear frame bolts until 4 cm (1.5 in) of bolt shank is exposed.
- Slowly lower the table to the floor with the cradle and powertrain assembly.
- Attach the engine lift hoist to the engine lift hooks.
- Remove the starter.
- If applicable, remove the torque converter to flywheel bolts.
- Remove the transmission to engine bolts.
- Separate the engine from the transmission.
- If applicable, remove the clutch pressure plate and disk.
- Remove the following components:
- Exhaust manifold
- Exhaust manifold studs
- Engine mount bracket
- Engine block heater
- Thermostat housing and feed pipe
- Generator
- Remove the engine from the engine lift.
IMPORTANT:
In order to prevent possible SIR system deployment, do not attempt to rotate the steering shaft.