Installation Procedure
- Install the J 42451-1
to the engine. See Special Tools
.
Tighten: Tighten the M10 engine lift bracket bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install an engine hoist to the J 42451-1 . See Special Tools .
- Remove the engine from the engine stand.
- Install the engine to the vehicle.
- Align the engine and transmission.
- Install the left and right engine mount-to-engine mount bracket bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the engine mount-to-engine mount bracket bolts to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
- Install the upper transmission bolts until snug.
- Remove the floor jack from under the transmission.
- Remove the engine hoist.
- Remove the J 42451-1 from the engine. See Special Tools .
- Install the left and right exhaust manifolds. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Installation - Left Side and to Exhaust Manifold Installation - Right Side .
- Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Installation .
- Install the ignition coil(s) and the spark plug wire(s). Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the J 21366 from the transmission. See Special Tools .
- Install the automatic transmission bolt/studs, if equipped.
- Install the torque converter bolts, if equipped.
Tighten:
- If equipped with the 4L60-E, tighten the torque converter bolts to 63 N.m (37 lb ft).
- If equipped with the 4L80-E, tighten the torque converter bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- If equipped with the 4L80-E automatic transmission, install the transmission converter cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission converter bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
- If equipped with the 4L60-E automatic transmission, install the transmission bolt and stud on the right side.
Tighten: Tighten the automatic transmission bolts/studs to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the automatic transmission oil level indicator tube, if equipped.
- Install the automatic transmission oil level indicator tube nut, if equipped.
Tighten: Tighten the automatic transmission oil level indicator tube nut to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Install the positive battery cable clip and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the positive battery cable clip bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (Dual Exhaust - Left) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (Dual Exhaust - Right) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (Single Exhaust - 4.3L, 4.8L and 5.3L) .
- Connect the following electrical connectors:
- Crankshaft position sensor
- Engine oil level sensor
- Coolant heater, if equipped
- Install the starter motor. Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L) .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Position the generator bracket assembly to the front of the engine.
- Install the generator bracket assembly. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L)
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Tighten: Tighten the generator bracket bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the heater hoses to the water pump.
- Install the air conditioning compressor (2) to the engine.
Tighten: Tighten the compressor mounting bolts to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).
- Install the air conditioning discharge hose to the compressor.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
- Install the engine ground strap to the frame.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the ground strap and negative battery cable to the engine.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the clutch fan. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement .
- Install the accessory drive belt.
- With the aid of an assistant, position the core support assembly to the vehicle.
- Install the core support bolts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the core support bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Tighten the core support nuts to 57 N.m (42 lb ft).
- Install the positive battery cable to the underhood fuse panel.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Install the G106 to the inner fender. Refer to Power and Grounding Component Views
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Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the C4 to the underhood fuse panel. Refer to Power and Grounding Component Views .
- Install the air conditioning lines (2) to the condenser.
Tighten: Tighten the remaining nuts to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the transmission cooler lines to the radiator.
- Install the oil cooler lines to the radiator, if equipped.
- Install the radiator hoses to the thermostat housing and water pump.
- Install the coolant air bleed to the throttle body.
- Install the headlamp capsules (4). Refer to Headlamp Capsule Replacement .
- Install the front bumper. Refer to Front Bumper Replacement .
- Install the air cleaner assembly (4). Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement .
- Install the sheet metal to the fender supports.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Fill the cooling system with coolant. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (Vac N Fill) .
- Fill the crankcase with the proper quantity and grade of engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities or Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations .
- Perform the CKP system variation learn procedure. Refer to Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn
.IMPORTANT: After an overhaul, the engine should be tested. Use the following procedure after the engine is installed in the vehicle.
- Disable the ignition system.
- Crank the engine several times. Listen for any unusual noises or evidence that parts are binding.
- Enable the ignition system.
- Start the engine and listen for unusual noises.
- Check the vehicle oil pressure gage or light and confirm that the engine has acceptable oil pressure.
- Run the engine speed at about 1,000 RPM until the engine has reached normal operating temperature.
- Listen for sticking lifter and other unusual noises.
- Inspect for fuel, oil and/or coolant leaks while the engine is running.
- Perform a final inspection for the proper engine oil and coolant levels.
- Close the hood.