Removal Procedure
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CAUTION:
When raising or supporting the engine for any reason, do not use a jack under any sheet metal, or the crankshaft pulley, or damage may occur.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove the upper intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side .
- Remove the engine mount to frame bolts (1)
- Remove exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side .
- Remove the upper (long) and lower (double joint) I-shaft. Refer to Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
- Position an adjustable jack and a block of wood under the engine oil pan and raise the engine slightly.
- If equipped, remove the electronic suspension front position sensor attachment bolt and reposition. Refer to Electronic Suspension Front Position Sensor Replacement .
- Working through the wheelhouse opening, remove the engine mount to engine block bolts (1).
- Remove the engine mount toward the front of the vehicle.