Installation

Installation Procedure





1. With the powertrain supported on the jacking table, raise the powertrain into position.

Notice: If the radiator assembly is not properly positioned to the cradle, damage could occur.

2. Raise the powertrain assembly into position. Align the lower radiator alignment pins with the cradle assembly. Be sure all the hoses and the electrical harnesses are correctly routed and free from the loading path of the powertrain assembly.
3. Raise the transaxle into the vehicle to align the input shaft to the center of clutch. Guide the transaxle into position, rotate back and forth to align the input shaft splines to the clutch disc manual transmission only.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions

Important: The body to cradle bolts are a one time use fastener and should be discarded after removal.

4. Position the cradle guide pins into the location and install the new cradle-to-body bolts.
^ Tighten the frame-to-body bolts to 155 Nm (114 ft. lbs.).
5. Lower the vehicle.





6. Install the right hand (RH) engine mount-to-engine bracket bolts.
^ Tighten the engine mount-to-engine bracket bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the RH engine mount assembly and the nuts.
^ Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.).





8. Install the left-hand (LH) transaxle mount-to-transaxle bolts.
^ Tighten the left-hand (LH) transaxle mount-to-engine bracket bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
9. Raise the vehicle.
10. Remove the wood blocks between the cradle and the powertrain.

Important: Do not damage the transaxle and the bearing races when the axles are seated.

11. Swing the axle shafts into position and fully seat the axles into the transaxle.
12. Position the strut assemblies onto the lower control arms.
13. Install the lower control arm nut.
^ Tighten the lower control arm-to-knuckle nut to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.) +150°.
14. Verify the axles are fully seated.
15. Position the stabilizer link into position and install the nut.
16. Install the stabilizer nut.
^ Tighten the stabilizer link to strut to 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.).





17. Install tie rod end into strut knuckle assembly.
^ Tighten the tie rod knuckle assembly to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





18. Install the steering shaft to the intermediate shaft.
19. Install the steering shaft-to-intermediate shaft bolt.
^ Tighten the steering shaft-to-rack bolt to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).
20. Install the propshaft into position. Hand-tighten the center bearing nuts, AWD Only.
21. Install the propshaft into position, AWD Only.
22. Install the propshaft-to-PTU bolts -AWD Only.
^ Tighten the propshaft-to-PTU bolts to 25 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).
23. Install the propshaft into the rear axle assembly, AWD Only.
24. Install the propshaft to rear module bolts, AWD Only.
^ Tighten the propshaft-to-rear module bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
25. Tighten the propshaft support bearing bolts, AWD Only.
^ Tighten the propshaft support bearing bolts to 25 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).
26. Install the propshaft support strap, AWD Only.
^ Tighten the propshaft guard strap to 25 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).





27. Connect the transaxle lines-to-transaxle.
^ Tighten the transaxle cooler lines-to-transaxle stud 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.), Automatic Only.
^ Tighten the transaxle cooler lines-to-transaxle nut 10 Nm (89 ft. lbs.), Automatic Only.
28. Install the gasket and down pipe-to-intermediate pipe assembly.
29. Hand tighten the nuts.
30. Install the gasket and down pipe-to-exhaust manifold.
^ Tighten the down pipe-to-intermediate pipe nuts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
31. Route the 02 harness into position at heat shield.





32. Install the A/C compressor to the engine block.
^ Tighten the A/C compressor-to-block bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
33. Connect the A/C compressor harness-to-compressor.
34. Connect the A/C pressure transducer-to-sensor.





35. Install the route belt around alternator and the A/C compressor.
36. Install the J 39914 onto the tensioner and unload the spring tension from the tensioner while positioning the belt.
37. Release the tensioner and remove the tool.
38. Attach the front air deflector to the cradle assembly.
39. Route and install the shifter cable onto the bracket.
40. Install the right engine inner splash shield.
41. Install the right wheel and hand tighten the wheel nuts.
42. Install the left-hand (LH) inner splash shield.
43. Install the left wheel and hand tighten the wheel nuts.
^ Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.).
44. Lower the vehicle.
45. Connect the shifter cable to the transaxle range switch. Adjustment is required.





46. Connect the clutch hydraulic line to the actuator cylinder by inserting and pushing in the C-clip until it stops manual transmission only.
47. Connect the shift cables into the shift cable bracket manual transmission only.
48. Connect the shift cable ends to the transaxle manual transmission only.
49. Connect the heater hoses to the heater core at the front of the dash.
50. Connect the purge hose at the purge solenoid.
51. Connect the fuel transfer line to the quick connect to the fuel line.
52. Connect the surge hose at the bottom of the surge tank.
53. Connect the degas hose at the surge tank.





54. Connect the lower radiator hose at the coolant pipe.
55. Connect the upper radiator hose at the engine cylinder head.
56. Cut the radiator support straps and remove.





57. Install the headlamp assemblies and the torque bolts.
58. Route the engine ground under the A/C line.
59. Install the engine ground-to-body bolt.
^ Tighten the engine ground-to-body bolt to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
60. Install the Under Hood Fuse Block (UHFB) and the battery tray.
61. Install the UHFB and the battery tray bolts.
^ Tighten the battery tray bolts to 16 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
62. Route the engine harness into position and install the main engine and the body harness connectors into the UHFB housing.





63. Snap the connectors into position in the UHFB.
64. Connect both electrical connectors (2) underneath the UHFB.

Important: Make sure the engine and body harnesses are properly positioned to avoid damage to the harness.

65. Install the UHFB while aligning the UHFB with the connectors
66. Snap the UHFB into position.
67. Tighten the UHFB connector bolts (1).
^ Tighten the UHFB connector bolts to 4 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
68. Install the battery and electronic power steering (EPS) feed wire to the UHFB stud and tighten the nut.
^ Tighten the battery positive-to-UHFB stud to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
69. Install the UHFB fuse cover into position.
70. Connect the electrical connectors to the TOM, if equipped.
71. Install the battery cable and the harness attachment clips on the side of the battery tray/UHFB bracket assembly.
72. Install the battery and the cover.
73. Install the brake vacuum hose into the booster.
74. Connect the rear 02 sensor connector.
75. Secure the rear 02 sensor to the body clips, near air cleaner assembly.
76. Remove the shop towel from the throttle body opening.





77. Position the outlet resonator/duct assembly into position.
78. Connect the PCV fresh air vent hose assembly
79. Tighten the clamp at the throttle body assembly.
80. Position the outlet resonator/duct assembly up with the support bracket and install the pushpin.
81. Tighten the clamp at air the cleaner assembly.
82. Connect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor connector.
83. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).





Notice: All entrapped air must be purged from the powertrain cooling system before the final coolant level can be determined. Proper coolant level is critical to avoid engine damage.

84. Fill the coolant system.
85. Start the engine and fill the transaxle fluid.
86. Check for leaks.
87. If excessive engine idle vibration is noticed, mount adjustment procedure can be performed.
88. Verify the wheel alignment is within specifications.