Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Engine: Service and Repair


1. Disconnect battery ground cable, then drain cooling system.
2. Mark position of hood hinges, then remove hood.
3. Remove engine undercover, then drain transmission fluid.
4. Remove air cleaner, then the radiator shrouds, as needed.
5. Disconnect radiator hoses, then remove radiator.
6. Disconnect alternator, then the starter.
7. Disconnect water temperature unit connectors, then the coil wire.
8. Disconnect battery positive cable, then the transmission harness connector.
9. Disconnect oxygen sensor connector, then the oil pressure gauge unit connector.
10. Disconnect accelerator cable, then the power steering oil pipe.
11. Disconnect air conditioner compressor pipe, then remove gear shift assembly.
12. Remove rear propeller shaft, then the No. 2 crossmember.
13. Attach a suitable lifting device, then remove engine and transmission assembly.
14. Remove engine to transmission attaching bolts, then separate engine from transmission.
15. Reverse procedure to install.