Engine - Installation
INSTALLATION - ENGINE
1. Install engine lift fixture (2) Special tool # 8984 and 8984-UPD (4).
2. Position the engine in the engine compartment.
3. Lower engine into compartment and align engine with transmission.
4. Mate engine and transmission and install two transmission to engine block mounting bolts finger tight.
5. Lower engine assembly until engine mount studs rest in frame perches.
6. Install remaining transmission to engine block mounting bolts (1, 2)and tighten.
7. Install and tighten engine mount to frame nuts.
8. Install drive plate to torque converter bolts (1).
9. Install the torque convertor access cover (1).
10. Install the starter (1) and connect the starter wires.
11. FOR AWD ONLY Install the intermediate shaft (2) to the oil pan (3). Torque fasteners to 28 Nm (21ft. lbs).
12. FOR AWD ONLY Install the front differential through the opening at the rear of the cradle, and attach to the oil pan.
13. FOR AWD ONLY Fasten the differential (4) to the oil pan (3) Torque to 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs).
14. FOR AWD ONLY Install the differential support bracket (1) to the differential and the engine block.
15. FOR AWD ONLY Install the left (2) and right front drive axles.
16. FOR AWD ONLY Install front drive shaft into the differential and transfer case.
17. Install exhaust pipe to manifold.
18. Lower the vehicle.
19. Remove engine lift fixture (2), special tool # 8984 and 8984-UPD (4).
20. Connect the fuel supply line.
21. Reinstall the power steering pump.
22. Connect the heater hoses(1, 1,).
23. Reconnect the ground wires to the rear of each cylinder head.
24. Install the intake manifold.
25. Install the generator (2), generator support bracket (1), and wire connections.
26. Install a/c compressor (3).
27. Install the accessory drive belt.
28. Install the radiator fan shroud.
29. Connect the radiator lower hose.
30. Connect the transmission oil cooler lines to the radiator.
31. Connect the radiator upper hose.
32. Install cowl top panel.
33. Install the air cleaner resonator and duct work.
34. Add engine oil to crankcase
35. Fill cooling system.
36. Install the engine cover (1).
37. Connect battery negative cable.
38. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
39. Install the belly pan (2).
40. Road test vehicle.