Section 1576 (6.7L Engine (Service Information) - 2500 Hd): Installation
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- If removed, install the transmission adapter plate. Refer to PLATE, TRANSMISSION ADAPTER, INSTALLATION, 6.7L .
- If necessary, remove the cylinder head bolts (1 and 3) for cylinders 4 and 5.
- If necessary, install the Engine Lifting Bracket (special tool #9009, Bracket, Engine Lifting) (2). Tighten bolts to 105 N.m (77 ft. lbs.).
- Attach the chain to the engine lifting brackets and a suitable engine hoist.
- Position the engine into the engine compartment and carefully lower and install the engine into mount.
- Install the engine mount through-bolts and nuts and tighten to 136 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
- Remove the chains and engine hoist.
- Lower the transmission and remove the jack.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE
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- Bend the tap (1) up and install the brake line retainer (2).
- Install the transmission to engine bolts:
- Automatic transmission, tighten bolts to specifications. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Manual transmission, tighten bolts to specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the Barring Tool (special tool #7471B, Barring Tool) (1).
- Using the Barring Tool (special tool #7471B, Barring Tool) (1), rotate the engine and install the torque converter bolts. Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (65 ft. lbs.).
- On manual transmission models, install the dual mass flywheel bolts. Tighten bolts to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).
- Remove the Barring Tool (special tool #7471B, Barring Tool) (1).
- Install the torque converter access cover (2). Tighten the bolts (1, 3) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Install the right side lower engine block bracket. Tighten the bolts to 89 N.m (66 ft. lbs.).
- If equipped, install the transmission dust shield (2) and securely tighten the bolts (1).
- Using a NEW V-clamp and gasket, install the exhaust pipe to the turbocharger elbow (1). Tighten the V-clamp to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Install the transmission vent hose to the back of engine.
- Remove the Engine Lifting Bracket (special tool #9009, Bracket, Engine Lifting) (2).
- Check the cylinder head bolt length and install into cylinders No. 4 and No. 5.
- Tighten the head bolts to:
- Step 1 Tighten to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
- Step 2 Back off 360°.
- Step 3 Tighten to 105 N.m (77 ft. lbs.).
- Step 4 Rotate 90°.
- Install cylinders 5 and 6 fuel injector. Refer to INSTALLATION
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- Install the rear engine lifting bracket (2) and tighten the bolts (1) to 83 N.m (61 ft. lbs.).
- Install the fuel rail. Refer to RAIL, FUEL, INSTALLATION .
- Install the intake manifold TMAP. Refer to SENSOR, TMAP, INSTALLATION
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- Install the pushrods, rocker arms (1), and pedestals (2) for cylinders No. 4, No. 5, and No. 6. Tighten the bolts (1) to 36 N.m (27 ft. lbs.).
- Adjust the intake and exhaust valve lash on cylinders 4, 5, and 6. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Install the two plugs into cowl.
- Install the EGR cooler. Refer to COOLER, EGR, INSTALLATION .
- Connect both the heater hoses to engine.
- Install the rocker housing and the cylinder head cover. Refer to COVER(S), CYLINDER HEAD, INSTALLATION, 6.7L .
- Attach the three engine harness retainers securing wire harness along the engine block.
- Install the B+ cable to the starter and tighten the nut to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
- Install the starter solenoid wire harness connector.
- Connect the fuel heater and water in fuel sensor wire harness connector.
- Connect the fuel supply and return lines to the fuel filter housing.
- Connect the fuel line quick connector at the fuel injection pump.
- If equipped, install the generator above the fuel injection pump. Refer to GENERATOR, INSTALLATION .
- Connect the transmission wire harness connector C2 to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
- Install the bolts securing the PCM wire harness to the PCM.
- Install the nut securing the ground cable to frame on the left side and securely tighten.
- Install the intake manifold. Refer to INSTALLATION .
- Install the oil dip stick tube and tighten the bolt to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
- Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR, INSTALLATION
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- Install the pressurized coolant bottle lower coolant hose (1) to the coolant tube.
- Install the intake air heater cable (2) to the solenoid. Tighten the nut (1) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Connect the engine block heater harness connector (1).NOTE:
Lower radiator hose removed for clarity.
- Remove the tape or plugs from the opened refrigerant line fittings and compressor ports.NOTE:
Use only the specified O-ring seals as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system.
NOTE:Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
- Lubricate the NEW O-ring seals and the NEW gasket with clean refrigerant oil and install them onto the refrigerant line fittings.
- Install the A/C suction line (3) and A/C discharge line (4) to the A/C compressor (2). Tighten the nuts (1) to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
- Install the upper and lower coolant hose onto the engine.
- Install the power steering pump. Refer to PUMP, INSTALLATION .
- Install the belt tensioner. Refer to TENSIONER, BELT, INSTALLATION .
- Install the radiator. Refer to RADIATOR, ENGINE COOLING, INSTALLATION .
- Install the radiator closure panel. Refer to PANEL, CLOSURE, RADIATOR, INSTALLATION .
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Install the left and right wheel house splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Position the main wire harness back unto the cowling and install the nut and securely tighten.
- Install the left side cowl panel cover.
- Install the push pin fasteners securing the main wire harness to the cowl.
- Install the B+ cable to the Power Distribution Center (PDC) and securely tighten the nut.
- Connect the single wire harness connector (1).
- Connect the bulkhead wire harness connector (1).
- Install the air cleaner body and air tube. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION, 6.7L .
- Evacuate and recharge A/C system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Fill the cooling system with coolant. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Change the oil filter and fill with recommended engine oil.
- Install the right side negative battery cables to the engine block and securely tighten.
- Route the battery cables forward through other wire harness.
- Install the negative battery cables on the left side and right side of engine block.
- Install the left side engine block-to-frame ground wire.
- Attach both left side battery cables to the battery tray.
- Install the hood. Refer to HOOD, INSTALLATION .
- Connect both negative and positive battery cables.
- Start the engine and inspect for engine oil, coolant, and fuel leaks.
- Install the engine cover (3). Tighten the bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
- Install the oil dipstick (2).