Repair Procedures: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Engine removal is not required for this procedure.
NOTE:
- Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
- To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
Information
- Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.
- Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
- Remove the RH front wheel.
(Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")
- Remove the engine room under cover.
- Remove the engine cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "ENGINE COVER ")
- Remove the cylinder head cover.
(Refer to Cylinder Head Assembly - "CYLINDER HEAD COVER ")
- Drain engine oil and remove the oil pan.
(Refer to Lubrication System - "OIL PAN ")
- Remove the engine mounting bracket.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "ENGINE MOUNTING ")
- Remove the crankshaft damper pulley.
(Refer to Timing System - "CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY ")
- Remove the water pump.
(Refer to Cooling System - "WATER PUMP ")
- Remove the A/C compressor.
(Refer to Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning - "COMPRESSOR ")
- Remove the front engine hanger (A).
- Remove the alternator.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "ALTERNATOR ")
- Remove the timing chain cover (A) by gently prying the gaps between the cylinder head and cylinder block.CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage the contact surfaces of cylinder block, cylinder head and timing chain cover.