Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Section 1080 (Engine): Removal: Engine
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Disconnect Tool, Transmission Cooler Tube | 307-569 | |
| Engine Lifting Bracket | 303-1245 | |
| Heavy Duty Floor Crane | 014-00071 or equivalent | |
| Powertrain Lift | 014-00765 | |
| Remover, Front Hub | 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or equivalent | |
| Remover, Halfshaft (Extension) | 205-243 (T89P-3415-A) | |
| Remover, Halfshaft (Plate) | 205-290 (T89P-3415-B) | |
| Slide Hammer | 100-001 (T50T-100-A) | |
| Spreader Bar | 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent | |
| Tie-Rod End Remover | 211-105 | |
| Universal Adapter Brackets | 014-0001 | |
| Lifting Bracket Set, Engine | 303-D095 (D94L-6001-A) or equivalent | |
All vehicles
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Recover the air conditioning system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS .
- Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
- Remove the accessory drive belt and the power steering belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE .
- Disconnect the power steering cooler hose and drain the power steering fluid into a suitable drain pan.
- Remove the degas bottle. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
- Remove the engine air cleaner and air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
- Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
- Disconnect the battery harness electrical connector.
- Remove the nut and disconnect the power feed from the battery terminal.
- Remove the bolt and the ground wire.
- Detach the 2 wiring harness retainers from the cowl.
- Disconnect the vacuum hose from the upper intake manifold.
- Disconnect the upper evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube quick connect coupling from the purge valve. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Disconnect the upper radiator hose, lower radiator hose and 2 heater hoses from the thermostat housing.
- Detach the wiring harness retainer from the transaxle control cable bracket.
- Disconnect the transaxle control cable from the control lever.
- Detach the control cable from the bracket.
- Disconnect the transaxle control electrical connector.
- If equipped, detach the engine block heater harness retainers from the radiator support and the A/C suction tube.
- Remove the nut and disconnect the A/C pressure tube fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- Remove the safety clip from the A/C fitting.
- Disconnect the A/C suction tube fitting.
- Disconnect the hose from the power steering reservoir.
- Disconnect the fuel supply tube. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Disconnect the fuel hose routing clip from the transaxle stud and position the fuel hose aside.
- Disconnect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
- Detach the electrical connector from the LH valve cover.
- Remove the oil level indicator.
- Detach the wiring harness retainer from the RH valve cover stud bolt.
- Remove the bolt and the ground wire from the engine front cover.
- Remove the nut, the ground wire and the radio interference capacitor wire from the engine front cover stud.
- Loosen the exhaust flexible pipe clamp and disconnect the 2 exhaust hangers.
- Remove the 4 nuts and the exhaust flexible pipe and Y-pipe as an assembly.
- Discard the nuts and the gasket.
- Remove the 3 pin-type retainers, the 7 screws and the radiator splash shield.
- Remove the LH inner splash shield. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
- Remove the 2 secondary latches from the transmission fluid cooler tubes.
- Using the special tool, disconnect the transmission cooling tubes.
- Remove the 4 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
- Remove the 2 fasteners and the inspection cover.
- Remove and discard the 3 torque converter bolts.
- Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil.
- Install the drain plug and tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the engine oil filter.
- Remove the power steering cooler bracket bolt from the RH side of the subframe.
- Remove the 4 bolts and support the driveshaft with a length of mechanic's wire.
- Remove and discard the RH front halfshaft nut.
- Remove the 2 nuts and the roll restrictor heat shield.
- Remove the engine roll restrictor-to-subframe through bolt.
- Remove and discard the power steering pressure (PSP) tube-to-pump banjo bolt and the 2 seals.
All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles
All vehicles
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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