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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the engine to the transmission assembly.
  2. Position the engine, transmission, radiator assembly and drivetrain suspension frame under the vehicle.
  3. Slowly and carefully lower the vehicle, ensure the engine, transmission, radiator assembly and drivetrain suspension frame are free from wiring, hoses and other engine compartment components.
  4. Install the four front drivetrain and front suspension frame retaining bolts, then tighten to the fasteners to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame reinforcements to the rear of the frame, then tighten the reinforcement fasteners to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  6. Install the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
    NOTE: Use the engine support fixture to slightly raise the powertrain assembly to aid in the installation of the engine and transmission mount bolts.
  7. Install the transmission bracket mount to mount through bolt (1) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
    Fig 1: Automatic Transmission Mount Bracket Through Bolt
    GM2027404Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the transmission mount through bolt (1) and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
    Fig 2: Front Transmission Mount Through Bolt
    GM2027411Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side .
  10. Install the NEW left transmission mount to transmission bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus 60-75 degrees.
    Fig 3: Automatic Transmission Mount Bracket Bolts
    GM2027418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Install the inlet and outlet hose (2) to the steering gear (3).
    Fig 4: Power Steering Gear, Inlet And Outlet Hose And Bolts
    GM2028068Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install power steering gear inlet and outlet hose bolts (1) and tighten to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
  13. Instal NEW the lower steering intermediate shaft (1) bolt and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
    Fig 5: Lower Steering Intermediate Shaft Bolt
    GM2452074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Connect the front steering knuckles to the strut assemblies. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement .
  15. Install NEW the stabilizer link nut (1) to the strut assemblies. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    Fig 6: Stabilizer Link Nut
    GM2028083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Connect the right wheel drive shaft from the intermediate shaft.
  17. Install the front brake caliper (1) and tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolt (2) to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
    Fig 7: View Of Brake Caliper And Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
    GM2027317Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (except 2.0L Diesel LUZ) .
  19. Connect the wheel speed connectors to the steering knuckles.
  20. Remove the engine support fixture.
  21. Connect the wiring connectors and ground strap to the transmission.
  22. Connect the wiring harness to the accessory wiring junction block.
  23. Connect the electrical connectors to the ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement .
  24. Install the wiring harnesses (2).
    Fig 8: Wiring Harnesses And Ground Nuts
    GM2027867Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  25. Install the ground nuts (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
  26. Connect the wiring harness plugs (1).
    Fig 9: Junction Connector
    GM2452065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  27. On vehicles equipped with a automatic transmission, connect the transmission range selector lever cable terminal (1) to the transmission manual shift lever pin.
    Fig 10: View Of Transmission Range Selector Lever & Cable Connection
    GM2001179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  28. On vehicles equipped with a automatic transmission, press the locking tabs outward in order to lock the transmission range selector lever cable (2) to the cable bracket.
  29. On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, connect the shift lever cables (2) to the shift levers (3)
    Fig 11: Selector Lever Cable, Bracket And Transmission Control Housing
    GM2191413Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  30. On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, install the shift lever cables (2) to the cable bracket (1).
  31. Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .
  32. Connect inlet (2) and outlet (1) heater core hoses.
    Fig 12: Heater Core Inlet And Outlet Hoses
    GM2452058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  33. Connect the power brake booster vacuum pipe (1).
    Fig 13: Brake Booster Vacuum Pipe
    GM2452054Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  34. Connect the coolant hose and reposition the clamp (1).
    Fig 14: Radiator Surge Tank Outlet Hose Clamp
    GM2452057Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  35. Connect the fuel feed line (1) and reposition away from the engine. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief .
    Fig 15: Fuel Feed Pipe
    GM2452047Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  36. Connect the EVAP hose (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
    Fig 16: Fuel Ventilation Pipe
    GM2452052Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  37. Install refrigerant hose (2) and tighten the nut (1) to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
    Fig 17: Refrigerant Hose And Nut
    GM2452043Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Use NEW O-ring seals. Refer to Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement .
  38. Install the charge air cooler inlet air hose. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Inlet Air Hose Replacement .
  39. Install the charge air cooler outlet air hose. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Replacement (Manual Transmission) and Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Replacement (Automatic Transmission) .
  40. Connect engine coolant hoses as necessary.
  41. Connect electrical connectors as necessary.
  42. Install the front fascia.
  43. Install the front wheelhouse front liners.
  44. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
  45. Fill the engine cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE-47716 Fill) and Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) .
  46. Charge the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  47. Check engine oil level. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  48. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  49. After replacement of the engine, use a scan tool to program and reset functions. Refer to K20 Engine Control Module: Programming and Setup (LUV, LUW or LWE) .