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Installation Procedure

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  1. Assemble the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Assemble
  2. Fig 1: Oil Pan
    GM1581040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Installation .
  4. Connect the oil level senor electrical connector.
  5. Raise the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement .
  6. Install the engine mount struts.
  7. Fig 2: Raising Transaxle Assembly
    GM630964Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the transmission mount bolts. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Left .
  9. Install the engine mount struts.
  10. Fig 3: Identifying Engine Mount Lower Nuts
    GM96002Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the right engine mount nuts. Refer to Engine Mount Inspection .
  12. Fig 4: Identifying J 28467-34
    GM1401475Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
  14. Fig 5: Wiring Harness, Retainers and Cradle
    GM1581006Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the battery cable wiring harness in the retainers on the cradle.
  16. Fig 6: View Of Front Wheel Speed Sensor Harness Connectors
    GM1209233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the speed sensor wiring harness in the retainers on the cradle.
  18. Fig 7: Speed Sensor Electrical Connectors
    GM1580150Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Connect the speed sensor electrical connectors.
  20. Install the transmission cooler lines in the retainers on the cradle.
  21. Install the power steering lines in the retainers on the cradle.
  22. Fig 8: Securing Power Steering Gear To Exhaust Manifold
    GM378919Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Install the steering rack on the cradle. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement in Power Steering System.
  24. Install the tie rods in the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power steering system.
  25. Fig 9: Strut Upper Mounting Nuts
    GM1209238Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  26. Install the retaining bolts for the struts. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement in Front Suspension.
  27. Install the brakes calipers. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (RPO J65, JL9) in Disc Brakes.
  28. Install the engine splash shields. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body Front End.
  29. Install the oil level indicate.
  30. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  31. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .