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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2011CALIBER EXPRESSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL2.0L ENGINE (SERVICE INFORMATION)INSTALLATIONENGINE
2011 Dodge and Ram Caliber Express

2.0L Engine (Service Information): Installation: Engine

2011 Dodge and Ram Caliber ExpressSECTION Engine
Fig 1: Right Engine Mount Assembly
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  1. Position engine assembly over vehicle and slowly lower the engine into place.
  2. Continue lowering engine until engine and transaxle are aligned. to mounting locations.
  3. Install engine mount adapter (2) and tighten bolts (3). Install mount through bolt (4) and tighten to 118 N.m (87 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Lift Chain
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  4. Remove engine lift chain (1).
  5. Install oil control valve.
    Fig 3: A/C Compressor & Mounting Bracket
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  6. Raise vehicle.
  7. Install A/C compressor (1).
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Exhaust Manifold, Heat Shields & Oxygen Sensor
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  8. Install exhaust manifold and heat shields (2). Refer to MANIFOLD, Exhaust , Installation .
  9. Install oxygen sensor and connect electrical connector (3).
    Fig 5: Crankshaft Position Sensor & Bolt
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  10. Install crankshaft position sensor (2) and connect connector.
    Fig 6: Removing/Installing Exhaust Manifold, Heat Shields & Oxygen Sensor
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  11. Install manifold to exhaust pipe bolts (1) and tighten bolts.
  12. Install generator.
    Fig 7: Removing/Installing Torque Converter Bolts & Lower Bellhousing Bolts
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  13. Install lower bell housing bolts (2) and tighten bolts.
  14. Align torque converter and flex plate mark. Install torque converter bolts (1) and tighten.
    Fig 8: Inspection Cover
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  15. Install inspection cover (1).
    Fig 9: Removing/Installing Damper Bolt
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  16. Install crankshaft damper
  17. Install Damper holder (special tool #9707, Holder, Vibration Damper) (1).
  18. Apply clean engine oil crankshaft damper bolt threads and between bolt head and washer. Tighten bolt to 210 N.m (155 ft. lbs.).
  19. Install right splash shield.
  20. Install tire.
    Fig 10: Oil Cooler & Oil Filter
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  21. Install coolant hose to oil cooler (2).
  22. Install new oil filter (3).
  23. Lower vehicle.
  24. Install upper idler pulley.
    Fig 11: Coolant Temperature Sensor, Capacitor Electrical Connector & Coolant Adapter
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  25. Install coolant adapter assembly (3).
    Fig 12: Ground Strap
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  26. Install Ground strap (1) near right strut tower.
    Fig 13: Power Steering Line Support
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  27. Install power steering line support bracket (1).
  28. Install power steering pump.
  29. Install accessory drive belt.
  30. Connect electrical connectors at block ground, starter, A/C compressor, knock sensor, Oil pressure sensor, generator, Coolant temperature sensor at block, and block heater (if equipped).
    Fig 14: Removing/Installing Intake Bolts In Sequence
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  31. Install intake manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD, Intake , Installation .
    Fig 15: Throttle Body Support & Wiring Harness
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  32. Install throttle body support bracket (1).
  33. Install harness retainer (2).
  34. Install engine oil level indicator.
    Fig 16: Coil Connectors, Air Hose, Fuel Line, Injectors & PCV Hose
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  35. Install PCV hose (5) to valve cover.
  36. Install make-up air hose (2).
  37. Connect manifold flow control valve and electronic throttle control electrical connectors.
  38. Install vacuum lines at throttle body and intake manifold.
  39. Install intake air tube to throttle body.
    Fig 17: Coil Connectors, Air Hose, Fuel Line, Injectors & PCV Hose
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  40. Connect coil electrical connectors (1).
  41. Connect injector electrical connectors (4).
  42. Connect fuel line (3) to rail.
  43. Connect intake and exhaust oil control valve electrical connectors.
    Fig 18: Upper Radiator Hose Support
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  44. Install grill trim panel.
  45. Install upper radiator support bracket (1).
    Fig 19: Coolant Temperature Sensor, Capacitor Electrical Connector & Coolant Adapter
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  46. Connect coolant temperature sensor (1).
  47. Connect capacitor electrical connector (2).
  48. Install coolant hoses at coolant adapter (3).
    Fig 20: Windshield Washer Reservoir, Power Steering Reservoir & Coolant Reservoir
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  49. Install coolant reservoir (3) and connect hose.
    Fig 21: Battery Tray
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  50. Install battery tray (1).
    Fig 22: Battery & Battery Cables
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  51. Install battery (3).
  52. Connect battery cables.
    Fig 23: Air Cleaner Housing, Fasteners, Battery, Intake Air Temperature Sensor & Clean Air Tube
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  53. Install air cleaner housing (1) and connect inlet air hose.
  54. Install clean air hose (5).
  55. Fill with coolant.
  56. Fill with oil.
  57. Start engine and check for leaks.
    Fig 24: Engine Cover - 2.0L
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  58. Install engine cover (1).
  59. Install hood.
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