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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the rear transmission mount to the transmission. Refer to Transmission Rear Mount Replacement .
  2. Install the front transmission mount to the transmission. Refer to Transmission Front Mount Replacement .
  3. Use a transmission jack to position the transmission to the vehicle.
  4. Fig 1: Securing Engine To Transmission
    GM851293Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: The number 3 position does not require a bolt.
  5. Secure the transmission to the engine and tighten the bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
  6. Fig 2: Locating Backup Light Connector & VSS Connector
    GM857190Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the vehicle speed sensor (2).
  8. Connect the backup lamp switch harness connector (1).
  9. Connect the shift cable to the transmission. Refer to Shift Cable Replacement .
  10. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement .
  11. Connect the drive axles to the transmission. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Use the engine support fixture in order to raise the powertrain assembly.
  14. Install the transmission side mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side .
  15. Fig 3: View Of Underhood Junction Block
    GM888342Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Position the underhood junction block to the original position.
  17. Install the surge tank inlet hose to the surge tank.
  18. Fig 4: View Of Engine Electrical Center
    GM873343Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the front wiring harness to the junction block bracket.
  20. Connect the positive battery cables to the junction block bracket (1).
  21. Install the positive battery post to the junction block bracket (2).
  22. Fig 5: View Of Engine Compartment Component Locations
    GM889782Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the junction block bracket, bolt and nuts (1).
    • Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    • Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  24. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement .
  25. Remove the engine support fixture.
  26. Install the top engine to transmission bolt and tighten the bolt to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
  27. Fig 6: View Of Hydraulic Clutch Hose
    GM851233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Connect the hydraulic clutch hose to the clutch actuator cylinder.
  29. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch System Bleeding .
  30. Fig 7: View Of Cooling Module Secured To Upper Body Structure
    GM857193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  31. Release the cooling module from the upper body structure.
  32. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  33. Fill the transmission to the proper level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Replacement .