Engine, Installing

Installing


Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:

Note:
Always replace self-locking nuts, bolts as well as gaskets and 0-rings.

- Install clutch

- Make sure centering sleeves for engine to transmission are correctly installed in cylinder block. Install or replace if necessary.

- Lubricate splines on transmission input shaft lightly using thin coating of G 000 100. Do not lubricate guide sleeve for release bearing.

- Check centering of clutch disc.

- A pilot needle bearing must be installed in the crankshaft in engines for vehicles with manual transmission.

- Install spacer between engine and transmission.

- Install ribbed belt. Refer to: "Engine : Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories : Drive Belt : Service and Repair" Service and Repair

- Fill up coolant.

- Check transmission fluid level in manual transmission

Notes:
- Only reuse drained coolant if cylinder head or engine block was not replaced.
- Dirty coolant must not be reused.

- Install engine mounts without tension or preload by aligning engine with shaking motions before tightening engine mounts.

- Install lock carrier with attachments. Refer to: "Body and Frame : Radiator Support : Service and Repair : Lock Carrier, Service Position"

- Install exhaust system free of stress.

- Attach vacuum lines.

- Only remove and install spark plugs using 3122B spark plug removal tool.

- After connecting battery, enter anti-theft code for radio.

- Fully close front power windows to stop.

- Then activate all power window switches ("up") for at least one second to activate automatic window raising/lowering.

- Set clock to correct time.

- Check engine oil level before starting engine.