Engine - Installation

INSTALLATION - ENGINE





1. Position the engine in the vehicle.
2. Install the transmission bellhousing to engine mounting bolts (3). Tighten the bolts to 41 Nm (30ft. lbs.)




3. Install the engine mount thru bolts (3).




4. Install the torque convertor bolts (3).




5. Install the starter (2).
6. Connect the crankshaft position sensor.
7. Install the engine block heater power cable, if equipped.




CAUTION: The structural cover requires a specific torque sequence. Failure to follow this sequence may cause severe damage to the cover.

8. Install the structural cover.

NOTE: New clamps must be used on exhaust manifold flanges. Failure to use new clamps may result in exhaust leaks.

9. Install the left and right exhaust pipes.




10. Install the axle isolator bracket (2).
11. Connect the left and right oxygen sensors.
12. Connect the knock sensors.
13. Remove Engine Lifting Plate Special Tool.




14. Position the intake manifold
15. Install the ignition coils (1) and manifold retaining bolts torque to 12Nm (106 in. lbs.), starting from the middle and working outward in a crisscross pattern.
16. Install the spark plug wires (3).
17. Install the engine oil dipstick tube.
18. Install the power brake booster vacuum hose.
19. Install the breather hoses.
20. Install the PCV hose.
21. Install the fuel rail.




22. Connect the engine wiring harness at the following points:
- Fuel Injectors
- Engine Oil Pressure Switch
- Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
- Manifold Absolute Pressure MAP) Sensor
- Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
- Ignition coils
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) (2)
- Crankshaft Position Sensor





23. Connect the ground strap on the right (3) side of the cowl.




24. Connect the ground strap on the left (2) side of the cowl.




25. Reinstall the radiator assembly.
26. Connect lower radiator hose.
27. Connect upper radiator hose.
28. Connect throttle and speed control cables.
29. Install the heater hose assembly.
30. Install coolant recovery bottle.
31. Install the power steering pump.
32. Install the generator (3).




33. Install the A/C compressor (2).




34. Install the drive belt (2).
35. Install the fan shroud with the viscous fan assembly.
36. Recharge the A/C system [1][2]Capacity Specifications.




37. Install the cowl grille (4), and cross-bar beam. Cowl Panel Cover - Installation
38. Install the air cleaner assembly.
39. Refill the engine cooling system.
40. Check and fill engine oil.
41. Connect the battery negative cable.
42. Start the engine and check for leaks.