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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Engine Mount Nuts
    GM2197638Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the engine to the crossmember.
  2. Tighten both the engine mount nuts to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).
    3. Fig 2: Front And Rear Frame Bolts
    GM2536213Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the front frame mountings bolts (2) and tighten to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
  4. Install the front frame mountings bolts (1) and tighten to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
    5. Fig 3: Rear Frame Bolts
    GM2536219Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the rear frame mountings bolts (1) and tighten to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
  6. Convertible vehicle, install the front end lower structure brace.
  7. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Base, RS, SS) .
  8. Connect all necessary engine harness electrical connectors. Refer to Powertrain Component Views , and Harness Routing Views .
    9. Fig 4: Mark On Steering Knuckle & Strut Assembly
    GM2195609Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Align the front strut (1) with the alignment mark (2).
    10. Fig 5: Front Strut Nuts & Bolts
    GM2195813Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Install the front strut bolts (2).
  11. Install the nuts (1) and tighten to 80 N.m (59 lb ft) plus an additional 180 degrees.
    12. Fig 6: Stabilizer Link & Front Stabilizer Shaft Nut
    GM2536234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install the front stabilizer shaft nut (1) and tighten to 49 N.m (36 lb ft).
    13. Fig 7: Strut Assembly Brake Hose Bracket Bolt
    GM2208139Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install the brake hose bracket bolt (1) on the strut assembly and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
    14. Fig 8: Disc Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
    GM2202085Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Install new disc brake caliper bracket bolts any time the bolts are removed.

  14. Install 2 new disc brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.
    15. Fig 9: Identifying Intermediate Steering Shaft To Pinion Shaft Retaining Bolt
    GM1961761Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Working under the vehicle, align the match marks and connect the intermediate steering shaft (1) to the steering gear pinion shaft (3).
  16. Apply thread locking adhesive to the steering gear pinion bolt (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
  17. Install the steering gear pinion bolt and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    18. Fig 10: A/C Evaporator Thermal Expansion Valve Tube & Nut At HVAC Module
    GM2184542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Install A/C evaporator thermal expansion valve tube (2) to thermal expansion valve tube.
  19. Install A/C evaporator thermal expansion valve tube nut (1) and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft)
    20. Fig 11: Heater Inlet Hose & Clamp At Heater Core
    GM2185077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Lubricate the inside diameters of the hose with clean coolant prior to installation.

  20. Install the heater inlet hose (2) to the heater core.
  21. Engage tension on the heater inlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using J-38185  pliers.
    22. Fig 12: Heater Outlet Hose & Clamp At Heater Core
    GM2185069Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Lubricate the inside diameters of the hose with clean coolant prior to installation.

  22. Install the heater outlet hose (2) to the heater core.
  23. Engage tension on the heater outlet hose clamp (1) at the radiator using J-38185  pliers.
    24. Fig 13: Power Brake Booster Vacuum Hose Quick Connect At Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pump
    GM2208617Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  24. Connect the power brake booster vacuum hose quick connect (1) to the power brake booster vacuum pump.
    25. Fig 14: Check Valve
    GM2208172Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  25. Install the check valve (1) and hose assembly to the vacuum brake booster.
  26. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
  27. Install the air cleaner outlet duct hose. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement
  28. Install the transmission. Refer to the appropriate procedure:
  29. Charge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Belt Driven Compressor) .
  30. Fill the engine cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (LFX, Static Fill) .
    31. NOTE:

    Prelube is necessary if the engine is replaced or overhauled.

  31. If the engine is replaced with a new engine or has been overhauled, perform the Engine Prelubing procedure. Refer to Engine Prelubing .
  32. If prelubing has not been performed, fill the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  33. Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement - Rear .
  34. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
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