Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the transmission to the engine.
- Install the upper transmission to engine bolts (1) and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Install the torque converter to flex plate bolts (1) and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement (LUV)Starter Replacement (2H0) .
- Position the powertrain under the vehicle and slowly lower the body onto the powertrain.
- Install the NEW left transmission mount to transmission bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus 70 degrees.
- Install the right side engine mount (1). Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side .
- Connect all previously disconnected electrical connections.
- Install the frame (3) rear bolts (2) and front bolts (1) and tighten a little bit.
- Install the frame (3) rear bolts (2) and tighten to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).
- Install the frame (3) front bolts (1) and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
- Install the upper frame suspension retaining bolts (1) on both sides and tighten to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).
- Remove the lift table.
- Install the lower transmission bolts (2, 4) and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Install the lower transmission bolts (3) and the lower transmission nut (1) and tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Install the front exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV)Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (2H0) .
- Install the wheel drive shafts. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Left Side , and Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Right Side .
- Connect the evaporative emission pipe (1). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Connect the fuel feed pipe. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Install air conditioning compressor and condenser hose to the refrigerant hose.
- Install air conditioning compressor and condenser hose nut (1) tighten nut to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install the radiator surge tank (2). Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LUV, 2H0, LUJ) .
- Connect the fan connector.
- Install the transmission range selector lever cable (2) to the cable bracket.
- Connect the transmission range selector lever cable terminal (1) to the transmission manual shift lever pin.
- Adjust the automatic transmission range selector lever cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
- Connect the heater inlet hose from the heater core. Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (2H0)Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LUJ, LUV) .
- Connect the heater outlet hose (2) from the heater core. Refer to Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (2H0)Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUJ, LUV)Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LUJ, LUV Rear) .
- Install the ground nuts (1) and wiring harness (2).
- Clip in the wiring harness plugs (1).
- Install the junction block to the base (3).
- Install the junction block bolts (2) and tighten to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Install the junction block nut (1) and tighten to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Install the battery positive cable to the battery positive cable junction block and tighten nut (1) to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Connect the body wiring master harness connector (2), to the battery positive cable junction block.
- Position the positive battery cable (2) to the junction block.
- Install the positive battery cable nut (1) and tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
- Install the junction block cover (1).
- Install the air cleaner assembly (1). Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Install the lower intermediate steering shaft bolt (1). Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (NJ1)Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (N40) .
- Install the battery and battery tray. Refer Battery Tray Replacement .
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Chevrolet)Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Buick) .
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (R-134a) .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
CAUTION:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .