Engine Installation

Special Tools Required 

Front subframe adapter EQS02BMDXSB0

1. Install the accessory brackets and tighten their bolts to the specified torques.
   Fig 1: Installing Accessory Brackets Bolts

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2. Position the engine/transmission assembly under the vehicle. Attach the chain hoist to the engine, then lift the engine into position in the vehicle.
   NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts/support nuts in the sequence given. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce bushing life.
3. Support the front subframe with the front subframe adapter and a jack, and lift it up to the body.
4. Loosely install the four front subframe mounting bolts (A) and the six 12 x 1.25 mm bolts (B), (C) with the stiffeners (D).
   Fig 2: Installing Front Subframe Mounting Bolts

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5. Align all reference marks (A) on the front subframe (B) with the edge of the body (C), then tighten the bolts on the front subframe to the specified torque.
   Fig 3: Aligning All Reference Marks On Front Subframe With Edge Of Body

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6. Remove the front subframe adapter and a jack.
7. Tighten the transmission lower rear mount nuts (A) and transmission lower front mount nuts (B).
   Fig 4: Tightening Transmission Lower Rear And Front Mount Nuts

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8. Tighten the rear engine mount bolts.
   Fig 5: Tightening Rear Engine Mount Bolts

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9. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
10. Tighten the front engine mount nut.
    Fig 6: Tightening Front Engine Mount Nut

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11. Tighten the upper half of the side engine mount bracket bolts.
    Fig 7: Tightening Upper Half Of Side Engine Mount Bracket Bolts

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12. Remove the chain hoist from the engine.
13. Raise the vehicle on the hoist to full height.
14. Install the A/C compressor.
    Fig 8: Installing A/C Compressor

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15. Install the power steering (P/S) hose.
    Fig 9: Installing Power Steering P/S Hose

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16. Connect the power steering pressure switch connector.
    Fig 10: Connecting Power Steering Pressure Switch Connector

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17. Install a new set ring on the end of each driveshaft, then install the driveshafts. Make sure each ring "clicks" into place on the differential and intermediate shafts.
18. Connect the suspension lower arm ball joints (see LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
19. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints (see step 22 in STEERING GEARBOX INSTALLATION ).
20. Connect the stabilizer links (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
21. Install the transfer assembly (see TRANSFER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION ).
22. Install the shift cable (see SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT ).
23. Align the reference marks (A) on the propeller shaft (B) and transfer shaft flange (C), then install the propeller shaft.
    Fig 11: Aligning Reference Marks On Propeller Shaft And Transfer Shaft Flange

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24. Install exhaust pipe A using new gaskets (B) and new self locking nuts (C).
    Fig 12: Installing Exhaust Pipe A

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25. Install the front subframe stiffener.
    Fig 13: Installing Front Subframe Stiffener

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26. Install the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hoses.
    Fig 14: Installing Automatic Transmission Fluid Cooler Hoses

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27. Install the splash shield.
    Fig 15: Installing Splash Shield

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28. Install the front wheels.
29. Lower the vehicle on the hoist.
30. Install the radiator (see RADIATOR AND FAN REPLACEMENT ).
31. Install the ground cables.
    Fig 16: Installing Ground Cables

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32. Install the upper radiator hose (A) and lower radiator hose (B).
    Fig 17: Installing Upper And Lower Radiator Hose

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33. Install the heater hoses.
    Fig 18: Installing Heater Hoses

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34. Install the power steering pump outlet hose (A) with a new O-ring (B) to the pump (C), and secure the hose clamp (D) with the bolt.
    Fig 19: Installing Power Steering Pump Outlet Hose

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35. Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
36. Install the alternator cable (A), then install the harness clamps (B).
    Fig 20: Installing Alternator Cable

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37. Connect the powertrain control module (PCM) connector (A) and the engine wire harness connectors (B) on the right side of the engine compartment.
    Fig 21: Connecting Powertrain Control Module Connector

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38. Install the harness clamps (C).
39. Align the reference marks (A) on the steering joint and steering gearbox pinion shaft. Connect the steering joint (B) to the steering gearbox pinion shaft (C). Tighten the steering joint bolt.
    Fig 22: Aligning Reference Marks On Steering Joint And Steering Gearbox Pinion Shaft

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40. Install the steering joint cover (D).
41. Install the carpet (see CARPET REPLACEMENT ) and driver's side console lower panel.
42. Install the brake booster vacuum hose (A), evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (B), and vacuum hose (C).
    Fig 23: Installing Brake Booster Vacuum Hose

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43. 2003-2004 models: Install the fuel feed hose (A) with new washers (B).
    Fig 24: Installing Fuel Feed Hose (2003-04 Models)

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44. 2005-2006 models: Connect the fuel feed hose (see FUEL LINE/QUICK-CONNECT FITTING INSTALLATION ), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (A).
    Fig 25: Connecting Fuel Feed Hose (2005-06 Models)

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45. Install the shift cable with the spring clip/washer, then install the shift cable bracket (see step 45 ).
46. Install the starter motor cable (A), harness clamp (B), and ground cable (C).
    Fig 26: Installing Starter Motor Cable

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47. Install the battery base (A), then install the harness clamps (B).
    Fig 27: Installing Battery Base And Harness Clamps

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48. Install the intake air duct (A), then install the breather pipe (B).
    Fig 28: Installing Intake Air Duct

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49. Connect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor 2 connector (C).
50. Install the intake manifold cover.
    Fig 29: Installing Intake Manifold Cover

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51. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
52. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel line. Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
53. Move the shift lever to each gear, and verify that the A/T gear position indicator follows the transmission range switch.
54. Refill the engine with new engine oil (see ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT ).
55. Refill the transmission with ATF (see ATF REPLACEMENT ).
56. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open (see step 8 in COOLANT REPLACEMENT ).
57. Refill the power steering system fluid (see FLUID REPLACEMENT ).
58. Do the powertrain control module (PCM) reset procedure (see HDS CLEAR COMMAND ).
59. Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure (see HDS CLEAR COMMAND ).
60. Inspect the idle speed (see IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ).
61. Inspect the ignition timing (see IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION ).
62. Check the wheel alignment (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
63. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's audio presets.
64. Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
65. Set the clock.