Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect electrical connectors as necessary.
- Install the engine to the transmission. Transmission Replacement (M5N with LTG Engine)
- Remove the straps and binders securing the powertrain to the support table.
- Ensure when lowering the body the following items are clear from the frame:
- Vacuum lines
- Steering knuckles
- Electrical wiring harnesses
- Ensure that the fuel pump connector (1) clears the body structure when installing the engine.
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame with the powertrain attached. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation (V-Series)Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation (Non V-Series)
- Install the front wheel drive shaft. Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Left Side , and Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Right Side
- Connect the vacuum line at the brake booster. Power Brake Booster Vacuum Check Valve and Hose Replacement (LCV, LTG)
- Connect the vacuum brake booster vacuum switch electrical connector.
- Connect the heater outlet hose at the heater core. Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG with KL9)Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG without KL9)
- Connect the heater inlet hose at the heater core. Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LCV, LTG)
- Connect the engine harness retainers at the right engine compartment frame rail and position the harness on the engine.
- Install the ground cable nut at the right inner core support and reinstall the cable.
- Connect the lever lock connector attached to the base of the ECM bracket.
- Install the ECM. Engine Control Module Replacement (LTG)
- Install the front compartment fuse block housing. Front Compartment Fuse Block Housing Replacement (With Out KlL9)Front Compartment Fuse Block Housing Replacement (With KL9)
- Install the positive cable at the 100 amp pre-fuse base and position the cable on the engine.
- Connect the evaporative emission line at the canister purge solenoid and install the line to the retainer.
- Connect the transmission cooler pipes to the engine and transmission. Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With AWD, Without V03)Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With RWD, Without V03)Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With RWD, With V03)Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With AWD, With V03) , and Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With AWD, Without V03)Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With RWD, Without V03)Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With RWD, With V03)Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LTG With AWD, With V03)
- Install the two piece drive shaft. Two-Piece Propeller Shaft Replacement (LTG, LGX, LCV)
- Connect the range selector lever cable. Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement
- Connect the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose. Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (LTG)
- Connect the fuel feed hose to the engine. Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement (LTG)Fuel Feed Pipe Replacement (Chassis Fuel Feed Pipe to High Pressure Fuel Pump)
- Install the radiator outlet hose. Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG without V03)Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement (LTG with V03)
- Install the radiator inlet hose. Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LTG)
- Connect the radiator surge tank inlet hose (1) to the engine. Radiator Surge Tank Inlet Hose Replacement (LTG)
- Refill the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static)Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716)
- If the engine is replaced with a new engine or has been overhauled, perform the Engine Prelubing procedure. Engine Prelubing
- Install the charge air cooler inlet air tube. Charge Air Cooler Inlet Air Tube Replacement (LTG)
- Install the charger air cooler outlet tube. Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Tube Replacement (LTG)
- Recharge the refrigerant system. Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
- Connect the negative battery cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Perform the throttle learn procedure. Q38 Throttle Body: Throttle/Idle Learn
NOTE:
Prelube is necessary if the engine is replaced or overhauled.