Part 2
Engine
Installation
NOTICE: If the oil pan was removed during engine disassembly, it must be installed after engine and transaxle are assembled and the transaxle-to-engine bolts are installed. Failure to follow this assembly sequence can result in engine oil leaks.
51. Install the ground wire-to-inner fender and bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
52. Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
53. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector.
54. Connect the power feed wires to the battery terminal and install the 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
55. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to Battery.
56. Install the engine Air Cleaner (ACL) and ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.
57. NOTE: Lubricate the engine oil filter gasket with clean engine oil prior to installing.
Install a new engine oil filter.
- Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
58. Position the transmission fluid cooler tubes in place. Install the transmission fluid cooler tubes in the transaxle by inserting the tube into the fitting until a click is heard/felt. Pull back to confirm connection is secure and install the secondary latches.
59. Place the subframe assembly on the Powertrain Lift and raise the subframe into the installed position.
60. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the front subframe nuts.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
61. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Position the subframe brackets and install the bolts finger-tight.
62. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the subframe nuts.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
63. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Tighten the subframe bracket-to-body bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
64. Attach the 3 wiring harness retainers to the LH front of the subframe.
65. Connect the 2 Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) electrical connector on the front of the subframe.
66. Install the intermediate shaft and the LH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints.
67. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the stabilizer bar links and nuts to the struts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
68. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Install the tie-rod ends and nuts.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Install the cotter pin.
69. Install the engine roll restrictor and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
70. If equipped, install the heat shield and the 2 bolts.
71. Slide the steering gear-to-dash seal onto the steering gear and engage the 4 retaining clips (2 shown) into the body.
- From under the vehicle, verify that the seal is properly installed on the steering gear and the retaining clips are fully engaged into the body.
AWD vehicles
72. Line up the index marks on the rear driveshaft to the index marks on the PTU flange made during removal and install the 4 bolts (3 shown).
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
All vehicles
73. Install the exhaust flexible pipe. For additional information, refer to Exhaust System &/or Catalytic Converter.
74. Install the LH splash shield and the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown).
75. Position the LH fender splash shield and install the 4 screws.
76. Install the EPAS ground wire and bolt in the RH front wheel well.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
77. Install the RH splash shield and the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown).
78. Position the RH fender splash shield and install the 4 screws.
79. Install the steering intermediate shaft onto the steering gear and install the bolt.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
80. Install the steering joint cover and the 2 nuts.
81. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
82. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.
83. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System &/or Engine Block Heater.
84. Check the transaxle fluid and add fluid if necessary. For additional information, refer to the transmission fluid drain and refill procedure in Automatic Transmission/Transaxle &/or Transmission Control Systems.
85. Recharge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to Heating and Air Conditioning.
86. If the engine was disassembled, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure following the on-screen instructions.