Removal And Installation

ENGINE ASSEMBLY

Removal and Installation


WARNING:
- Place chocks at the front and back of the rear wheels.
- For engines not equipped with slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts as described in the Parts
Catalog.

CAUTION:
- Do not start working until the exhaust system and coolant are cool.
- If items or work required are not covered by the engine main body section, follow the applicable procedures.
- Use the correct supporting points for lifting and jacking. Refer to "Garage Jack and Safety Stand" Garage Jack And Safety Stand.
- In removing the drive shaft, be careful not to damage the grease seals on the transaxle.
NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.

REMOVAL

1.Remove engine cover using power tool. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
2.Release fuel pressure. Refer to "Work Procedure" Testing and Inspection.
3.Disconnect the negative and positive battery terminal. Refer to "Removal and Installation (Battery)" Removal And Installation.
4.Disconnect the fuel rail at the fuel hose quick connector (engine side). Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
5.Drain the engine coolant. Refer to "Changing Engine Coolant" Service and Repair.
6.Remove the engine under cover. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
7.Remove hood assembly. Refer to "HOOD ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
8.Remove core support cover.
9.Remove the front air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
10.Remove battery and battery tray. Refer to "Removal and Installation (Battery Tray)" Service and Repair.
11.Remove cowl top. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
12.Remove strut brace. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
13.Disconnect EVAP hose and vacuum hose from intake manifold.
14.Remove upper and lower radiator hoses (engine side).
15.Remove CVT cooler lines.
16.Disconnect engine room harness connector at the CVT and ECM connectors.

CAUTION:
Protect the harness connector with plastic bags or suitable covering to help prevent damage and intrusion of foreign materials into the connectors.
17.Remove the brake booster vacuum hose.
18.Disconnect the heater hoses.
19.Remove the front wheels and tires using a power tool. Refer to "Adjustment" Adjustment.
20.Remove the fender protector side covers (RH) and (LH). Refer to "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
21.Remove tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
22.Remove the power steering gear bolts and support the power steering gear. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
23.Remove rear cover plate.
24.Remove the torque converter nuts.
25.Remove the rear engine mount torque rod.
26.Remove front exhaust tube and gaskets. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
27.Remove the LH and RH drive shafts. Refer to "Removal and Installation (Left Side)" Removal And Installation, "Removal and Installation (Right Side)" Removal And Installation.
28.Remove the drive belt. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
29.Remove the front suspension member. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
30.Remove the A/C compressor with piping connected and support using suitable wire.
31.Disconnect the transaxle shift controls. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.





32.Install engine slingers into the rear of the cylinder head (A) and front engine mounting bracket holes (B).
- Use engine mounting bolt holes for front slinger.
- Use the holes in the rear of the cylinder head for the rear slinger.

Slinger bolts (A): 28 Nm (2.8 kg-m, 21 ft-lb)
Slinger bolts (B): 48 Nm (4.9 kg-m, 35 ft-lb))

33.Support engine and transaxle assembly with engine lifting equipment from the top with the vehicle raised on a hoist.
34.Remove the RH engine mount torque rod, RH engine support bracket and RH engine mounting insulator and bracket.
35.Remove LH transaxle mounting insulator through-bolts.
36.Lower the engine and transaxle assembly from the engine compartment using suitable tool.

CAUTION:
- Before and during this procedure, always check if any harnesses are left connected.
- Avoid any damage to, or any oil/grease smearing or spills onto the engine mounting insulators.
37.Remove the starter motor. Refer to "QR25DE : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
38.Remove engine and transaxle harness.
39.Separate engine and transaxle. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Tighten the transmission bolts to specification. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
- Do not allow oil to get on mounting insulators. Be careful not to damage mounting insulators.
- If parts have a direction mark (arrow) this indicates front of the vehicle, and the parts must be installed according to the identification mark.





- Install the RH engine mounting bracket bolts in the following steps:
- First install bolts (A) and (B) loosely.
- Install and tighten the five RH engine mounting bracket bolts to specification in the order as shown.
RH engine mounting bracket bolt: 48.2 Nm (4.9 kg-m, 36 ft-lb)

-White arrow indicates : Front

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: