Installation Procedure

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Install the transmission to the engine.TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT
Position the powertrain and support table under the vehicle.
Raise the powertrain into position under the vehicle.
With the table positioned, if required, lower the vehicle over the powertrain.
Install the drivetrain and front suspension cradle to the vehicle. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Replacement (LTG)
Lower the vehicle.
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Transmission Mount Bolt (3) - Install NEW [4x] - Transmission Mount Replacement (Left Side)
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NOTE:
Install NEW bolts.

Engine Mount Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Engine Mount Replacement
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Transmission Range Selector Lever Cable (2) - Connect - Automatic Transmission Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement
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Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose (2) @Radiator Surge Tank - Connect - Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (LTG) , or Engine Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (LTG Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe to Radiator Surge Tank)
Front Wheel Drive Shaft-Left Side - Install - Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Left Side (M3E)
Front Wheel Drive Shaft-Right Side - Install - Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft Replacement - Right Side (LTG)
Exhaust Front Pipe - Install - Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LTG)
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Connect the intermediate shaft (2) then install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt (1). Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
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NOTE:
Connect the left and right sides. Left side shown, right side similar.

Front Stabilizer Shaft Link (1) @Front Stabilizer Shaft - Connect - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement
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NOTE:
Connect the left and right sides. Left side shown, right side similar.

Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. (3) Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
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Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe (2) @Transmission - Install
Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Nut (1) - Install
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Heater Inlet Hose (2) - Install - Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LTG)
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Heater Outlet Hose (2) - Install - Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG)
Air Conditioning Compressor Hose - Install - Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LTG)
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Radiator Inlet Hose (2) - Install - Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LTG)
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Radiator Outlet Hose (2) - Install - Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG)
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Evaporative Emission Front Pipe (1) - Install - Evaporative Emission Front Pipe Replacement
Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Tube - Install - Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Tube Replacement
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Air Cleaner Assembly (1) - Install - Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
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Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pipe - Install - Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pipe Replacement (LTG)
Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without KL9) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With KL9)
Fill the cooling system to the proper level. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)
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Fuel Feed Front Pipe (2) - Install - Fuel Feed Front Pipe Replacement
Battery Tray - Install - Battery Tray Replacement (LTG)
Recharge the refrigerant. Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (R-1234yf)

NOTE:

Prelube is necessary if the engine is replaced or overhauled.

If the engine is replaced with a new engine or has been overhauled, perform the engine prelubing procedure. Engine Prelubing
If prelubing has not been performed, fill the engine oil. Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement