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Engine Mount LH: Installation

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  1. Clean the engine mount-to-cylinder block mating surfaces of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation.
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  2. Install the LH engine mount, the new bolts finger-tight and then tighten in sequence.

    Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

    Fig 1: LH Engine Mount Tightening Sequence
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    • If removed, install new studs.

      Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    • Install the new gasket.

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  3. Install the LH catalytic converter and the new nuts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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  4. Raise the jackstand.
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  5. Install the new transmission crossmember bolts.

    Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)

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  6. Remove the adjustable jack stand.
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  7. NOTE: Make sure that the LH and RH engine mount studs are in the subframe when raised.

    With the aid of an assistant, raise the front and rear jack stand evenly.

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  8. Install the new front subframe bolts finger tight.
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  9. Install the new middle subframe bolts finger tight.
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  10. Install the new rear subframe bolts finger tight.
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  11. Tighten the front subframe bolts.

    Torque: 195 lb.ft (265 Nm)

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  12. Tighten the middle subframe bolts.

    Torque: 195 lb.ft (265 Nm)

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  13. Tighten the rear subframe bolts.

    Torque: 52 lb.ft (70 Nm)

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  14. Remove adjustable jack stands.
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  15. Install the exhaust crossmember and the fasteners.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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  16. If equipped, install the transmission cooler hose bracket nut.

    Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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  17. Position the LH underbody shield and install the bolt.

    Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

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  18. Position the RH underbody shield and install the bolt.

    Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

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  19. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing the engine mount nuts or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    Install the new LH and RH engine mount nuts.

    Torque: 184 lb.ft (250 Nm)

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  20. Position the coolant tubes and install the bolt.

    Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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  21. Install the front radiator support bar bolts.

    Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

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  22. Attach the wiring harness retainers to LH subframe.
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  23. Connect the HO2S electrical connector and attach the wiring harness retainers.
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  24. Connect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector and attach the wiring harness retainer.
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  25. Position the splash shield and install the pin-type retainer to the LH subframe.
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  26. Install the steering shield pin-type retainers to the LH subframe.
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  27. Attach the wiring harness retainers to the RH subframe.
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  28. Install the splash shield pin-type retainer to the RH subframe.
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  29. Install the steering shield pin-type retainers to the RH subframe.
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  30. NOTE: Use the internal or external hex-holding feature to prevent the ball and stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nuts. The link boot seal must not be allowed to twist while tightening the link nuts or damage to the boot seal will occur.

    Position the RH sway bar link and install the new nut.

    Torque: 129 lb.ft (175 Nm)

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  31. NOTE: Use the internal or external hex-holding feature to prevent the ball and stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nuts. The link boot seal must not be allowed to twist while tightening the link nuts or damage to the boot seal will occur.

    Position the LH sway bar link and install the new nut.

    Torque: 129 lb.ft (175 Nm)

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  32. Install the following items:

    1. LH and RH exhaust flexible pipes. Refer to: Exhaust Flexible Pipe .
    2. Front wheels and tires. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .

  33. Install the rear underbody shield, bolts and the pin-type retainers.

    Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

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    • Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

      Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

    • Install pin-type retainer.

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  34. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-F072 Support Bar, Engine.
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  35. Remove the two M8 x 1.25 bolts and the special tools. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-050 (T70P-6000) Lifting Bracket, Engine.
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  36. Install the engine front cover bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) - Stage 2: 45°

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  37. Install the throttle body. Refer to: Throttle Body .
  38. Install the new steering shaft bolt.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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  39. Install the bracket and the bolts.

    Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

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  40. Attach the hose retainers and install the bolt.

    Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

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    • Position the coolant pipe.

    • Install the coolant pipe bolts.

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    • Attach the wiring harness retainers.

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    • Install the intake manifold bracket and bolts.

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    • Install the coolant pipe bracket retaining bolts.

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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  41. Install the following items:

    1. Charge air cooler outlet pipe. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Outlet Pipe .
    2. Air cleaner. Refer to: Air cleaner .
    3. Cowl panel. Refer to: Cowl Panel .

  42. Install the suspension support bar and the bolts.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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  43. Install the upper radiator panel and the retainers.
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  44. Remove the holding device.
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  45. Start and check the exhaust system for leaks.