Removal And Installation
ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
WARNING:
- Position the vehicle on a flat and solid surface.
- Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.
- Attach proper slingers and bolts described in PARTS CATALOG if engine is not already equipped.
CAUTION:
- Always be careful to work safely.
- Never start working until exhaust system and coolant are cool enough.
- If items or work required are not covered by the engine section, refer to the applicable sections.
- Always use the support point specified for lifting.
- Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift. If board-on type must be used, support the rear axle jacking point with a transmission jack or similar tool before starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.
- For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, 2-Pole Lift.
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.
REMOVAL
Outline
Remove the engine and the transaxle assembly from the vehicle downward. Separate the engine and the transaxle.
Preparation
1.Release fuel pressure. Testing and Inspection.
2.Drain engine coolant from radiator. Draining Engine Coolant.
CAUTION:
- Perform this step when the engine is cold.
- Never spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3.Remove the following parts:
- Front road wheels and tires (RH and LH).
- Front fender protector (RH and LH). Exploded View.
- Drive belt: Service and Repair.
- Battery and battery tray. Exploded View.
- Air duct (inlet), air duct, and air cleaner case assembly. Removal And Installation.
- Radiator hose (upper and lower). Exploded View.
- Exhaust front tube. Exploded View.
Engine Room LH
1.Disconnect all connections of engine harness around the battery, and then temporarily secure the engine harness into the engine side.
CAUTION:
Protect connectors against foreign materials during the operation by wrapping in a plastic bag.
2.Disconnect heater hoses. Exploded View.
3.Disconnect fuel feed hose at engine side. Removal And Installation.
4.Disconnect control linkage cable from transaxle. Removal And Installation (M/T models), Removal And Installation (CVT models).
5.Disconnect clutch tube on transaxle side from clutch damper. Exploded View.
Engine Room RH
1.Remove alternator. Exploded View.
2.Disconnect vacuum hose at engine side.
3.Remove EVAP hoses at engine side.
4.Remove air conditioner compressor from the engine with the piping connected. Temporarily position the air conditioner compressor on the vehicle side with a rope without placing a heavy load on the piping.
Vehicle Underbody
1.Remove ground cable at transaxle side.
2.Remove drive shafts (RH and LH). Exploded View.
3.Remove rear torque rod (1).
4.Preparation for the separation work of transaxle is as follows:
- Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Exploded View.
Removal
1.When engine can be hoisted, install engine slinger to cylinder head front left side (A) and rear right side (B) and support the engine position with a suitable tool.
Slinger (A) bolts : 65.0 Nm (6.6 kg-m, 48 ft-lb)
Slinger (B) bolts : 25.0 Nm (2.6 kg-m, 18 ft-lb)
2.Use a suitable tool (A) to securely support the bottom of the engine and the transaxle assembly.
CAUTION:
Put a piece of wood or an equivalent as the supporting surface and secure in a stable condition.
3.Remove engine mounting insulator (RH) (1).
4.Remove engine mounting through bolt-securing nut (C).
5.Carefully lower jack, or raise lift to remove the engine and the transaxle assembly. Observe the following cautions:
CAUTION:
- Check that no part interferes with the vehicle side.
- Before and during lifting, always check if any harnesses are left connected.
- During removal, always be careful to prevent the vehicle from falling off the lift due to changes in the center of gravity.
- If necessary, support the vehicle by setting jack or suitable tool at the rear.
Separation
1.Remove starter motor. Exploded View.
2.Lift with a hoist and separate the engine from the transaxle assembly. Exploded View
(M/T models), Exploded View (CVT models).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- Never allow engine oil to get on engine mounting insulator. Be careful not to damage engine mounting insulator.
- Check that each mounting insulator is seated properly, and tighten mounting nuts and bolts.
- When installation directions are specified, install parts according to the direction marks on them, referring to the figure of components. Exploded View.
Engine Mounting Insulator (RH)
- Tighten mounting bolts in the numerical order as shown.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
- Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required quantity, fill to the specified level.
- Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
- Turn ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leakage at connection points.
- Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
- Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal and installation, slack in the guide may generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop after hydraulic pressure rises.
- Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including engine oil and engine coolant.
- Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
- After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to specified level, if necessary.
- Summary of the inspection items:
