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Installation - Engine

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Fig 1: Engine Lift Fixture And Adapter
GC0015474Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
1 - Bolts
2 - Engine Lift Fixture
3 - Adapter Bolt
4 - Adapter
5 - Adapter Nut
  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.
    Fig 2: Removing Transmission to Oil Pan Bolts
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    1 - BOLTS
    2 - ENGINE OIL PAN
    3 - TRANSMISSION
    Fig 3: Remove/Install Transmission to Engine Bolts
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    1 - ENGINE
    2 - BOLTS
    3 - TRANSMISSION
  6. Install remaining transmission to engine block mounting bolts (1, 2)and tighten.
  7. Install and tighten engine mount to frame nuts.
    Fig 4: Torque Converter Bolts
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    1 - Bolts
  8. Install drive plate to torque converter bolts (1).
    Fig 5: Removing Torque Converter Access Cover
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    1 - ACCESS COVER
    2 - BOLT
  9. Install the torque convertor access cover (1).
    Fig 6: Relocate Starter
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    1 - STARTER
    2 -BOLTS
  10. Install the starter (1) and connect the starter wires. Refer to INSTALLATION .
    Fig 7: Front Drive Axle Assembly
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    1 - LEFT FRONT DRIVE AXLE
    2 - INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
    3 - OIL PAN
    4 - FRONT DRIVE AXLE HOUSING
  11. FOR AWD ONLY  Install the intermediate shaft (2) to the oil pan (3). Torque fasteners to 28N.m (21ft. lbs).
    Fig 8: Front Drive Axle Assembly
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    1 - LEFT FRONT DRIVE AXLE
    2 - INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
    3 - OIL PAN
    4 - FRONT DRIVE AXLE HOUSING
  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 N.m (48 ft. lbs).
    Fig 9: Front Drive Axle Housing
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    1 - BRACKET
    2 - BOLT
    3 - DRIVE AXLE HOSING
    4 - FRONT DRIVE SHAFT SHIELD
  14. FOR AWD ONLY  - Install the differential support bracket (1) to the differential and the engine block.
    Fig 10: Left Drive Axle & Intermediate Shaft
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    1 - FASTENER
    2 - LEFT FRONT DRIVE AXLE
    3 - INTERMEDIATE SHAFT HOUSING
    4 - OIL PAN
  15. FOR AWD ONLY  - Install the left (2) and right front drive axles. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  16. FOR AWD ONLY  - Install front drive shaft into the differential and transfer case. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  17. Install exhaust pipe to manifold.
  18. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 11: Engine Lift Fixture And Adapter
    GC0015474Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - Bolts
    2 - Engine Lift Fixture
    3 - Adapter Bolt
    4 - Adapter
    5 - Adapter Nut
  19. Remove engine lift fixture (2), special tool # 8984 and 8984-UPD (4).
  20. Connect the fuel supply line. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  21. Reinstall the power steering pump.
    Fig 12: Heater Hose Return
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    1 - Heater Hose
    2 - Clamp
    3 - Tube
    Fig 13: Heater Supply Hose
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    1 - Heater Hose
    2 - Clamp
    3 - Tube
  22. Connect the heater hoses(1, 1,).
  23. Reconnect the ground wires to the rear of each cylinder head.
  24. Install the intake manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD - INTAKE .
    Fig 14: Generator Mounting - 5.7L
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    Fig 15: Generator Support Bracket - 5.7L
    GC0015494Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  25. Install the generator (2), generator support bracket (1), and wire connections. Refer to INSTALLATION .
    Fig 16: A/C Compressor Mounting - 5.7L
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  26. Install a/c compressor (3). See 5.7L/6.1L ENGINES .
  27. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to 5.7L/6.1L .
  28. Install the radiator fan shroud. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  29. Connect the radiator lower hose.
  30. Connect the transmission oil cooler lines to the radiator.
  31. Connect the radiator upper hose.
    Fig 17: Engine Cover
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    1 - Engine Cover
    2 - Attaching Studs
  32. Install cowl top panel. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  33. Install the air cleaner resonator and duct work.
  34. Add engine oil to crankcase. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  35. Fill cooling system. Refer to **STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  36. Install the engine cover (1).
    Fig 18: Front Belly Pan
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  37. Connect battery negative cable.
  38. Start engine and inspect for leaks.
  39. Install the belly pan (2). Refer to INSTALLATION .
  40. Road test vehicle.
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