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.
Installation Procedure
- Remove the engine from the engine stand.
- Align the engine to the frame and automatic transaxle.CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the automatic transaxle bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 75 N.m (55 lb ft) .
- Place a block of wood between the frame and the engine oil pan in order to support the engine on the frame once the engine hoist is removed.
- Remove the engine hoist and lift chain.
- Remove the engine support adapters from the engine. Refer to ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE .
- Install the torque converter bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft) .
- Install the starter motor. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install the engine to transaxle brace (3) and bolts (1, 2).
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) .
- Install the throttle body assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- If equipped with an engine coolant heater, connect the coolant heater cord.
- Connect the engine electrical wiring harness to the following components:
- Transmission module (4)
- Retainer clips (3, 2)
- Battery cable (1)
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) .
- Connect the engine electrical wiring harness to the following components:
- A/C compressor (8)
- Oil pressure switch (10)
- A/C compressor hose (8)
- Retainer clips (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9)
- Generator (1)
Tightening torque
Tighten the nut to 13 N.m (115 lb in) .
- Connect the left and right cylinder head engine electrical wiring harness to the following components:
- Camshaft position actuators (2)
- Camshaft position sensors (1)
- Connect the engine electrical wiring harness to the following components:
- Install wire harness to retainers (5, 6, 8, 9)
- Ground leads (7, 11)
- Ignition coils (3, 4, 10)
- EVAP purge solenoid (2)
- Oxygen sensor (1)
- Connect the wiring harness retaining clips near the right and left shock towers.
- Install NEW frame-to-body bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft) .
- Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame reinforcement. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Raise the vehicle up away from the frame support fixture or jackstands and remove the support fixture or jackstands from under the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the bolts (2) that secure the right engine mount (1) to the engine (3).
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) .
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the block of wood (1) between the frame and the engine oil pan used to support the engine while the bolts were removed from the right engine mount.
- On all wheel drive (AWD) models, install the rear wheel driveshaft. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- On front wheel drive models, install the right and left front wheel drive shafts into the transaxle. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE and INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- On all models, install the right and left lower ball joints to the steering knuckles. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install the right and left stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT .
- Install the right and left tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to RACK AND PINION OUTER TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT .
- Connect the steering intermediate shaft to the steering gear.
- Install a NEW pinch bolt to the steering intermediate shaft.
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb ft) .
- Install the right and left engine splash shields. Refer to ENGINE SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT - LEFT SIDE and ENGINE SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT - RIGHT SIDE .
- Install the front tires. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install the catalytic converters. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE and INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install new seals and connect the transaxle oil cooler lines to the transaxle. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install the radiator outlet hose. Refer to RADIATOR OUTLET HOSE REPLACEMENT .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the radiator inlet hose. Refer to RADIATOR INLET HOSE REPLACEMENT .
- Connect the heater hoses to the engine. Refer to HEATER OUTLET HOSE REPLACEMENT .
- Untie the radiator, AC condenser, and fan module assembly from the upper radiator support.
- Connect the transaxle shift control cable to the transaxle. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install the AC compressor hose assembly to the compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT .
- Connect the engine fuel hose/pipe (3) to the chassis fuel hose/pipe (2). Refer to METAL COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE .
- Connect the EVAP hose/pipe to the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve. Refer to PLASTIC COLLAR QUICK CONNECT FITTING SERVICE .
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Connect the brake booster vacuum hose (2) to the intake manifold.
- Position the clamp (1) on the brake booster vacuum hose connection.
- Connect ground wire from frame, near battery box.
- Connect the ECM connector to the under-hood fuse block.
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Install the battery box, battery and ECM. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
- Fill the engine with engine oil. Refer to APPROXIMATE FLUID CAPACITIES , FLUID AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS and MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (NORTH AMERICAN EMISSIONS) .
- Fill the engine with coolant. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (LY7 GE 47716 FILL) and DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (LY7 STATIC FILL) .
- Check the transaxle fluid level. Refer to SEALERS, ADHESIVES, AND LUBRICANTS , TRANSMISSION GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS and FLUID CAPACITY SPECIFICATIONS .
- Charge the AC system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
- Prime the fuel system.
- Cycle the ignition ON for 5 seconds then OFF for 10 seconds. Repeat cycling twice.
- Crank the engine until it starts. The maximum starter motor cranking time is 20 seconds.
- If the engine does not start, repeat the steps.
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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.